Hand wash cashmere

Hand wash cashmere
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Cashmere is from the fine, soft underlayer or undercoat of hair from certain types of goat. So if baby shampoo is gentle enough for baby’s hair, then why not for your cashmere sweater? Simply hand wash with baby shampoo and lay flat to dry.

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Go ahead and wash all the wool things

Go ahead and wash all the wool things
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If it’s gentle enough for cashmere, then it’s gentle enough for all of your wool items, right? Right. Simply wash your woollens the way you’d wash your cashmere.

Unstick a zipper

Unstick a zipper
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Got a stuck zipper? Try putting a drop of baby shampoo on a cotton swab, then dab it on the zipper. As long as the zipper’s not broken, the shampoo will help the zipper run smoothly and the shampoo will rinse out in the wash.

Shampoo your dog (in a pinch)

Shampoo your dog (in a pinch)
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You’d think that if shampoo is gentle enough for a baby that it’s gentle enough for your four-legged best friend. But dog skin and human skin have different Ph balances, according to the American Kennel Club. Using a human shampoo – even a gentle one – can be too strong for a dog’s skin, making it more vulnerable to bacteria and parasites. It can also make him itchy. That said, if your dog rolled in something gross and it’s an emergency, a gentle baby shampoo is an OK option. Your own shampoo might work if it has soothing ingredients like oatmeal and aloe vera.

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Wash your makeup brushes

Wash your makeup brushes
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Dirty makeup brushes can be a breeding ground for bacteria. This can hurt your health and complexion by triggering acne breakouts and rashes. Dirty brushes can also spread a serious infection caused by E. coli or a Staph or fungal infection.

To keep your skin safe, wash your brushes every seven to 10 days in a mixture of water and gentle shampoo. Only wash and rinse the tips. Squeeze out extra moisture, then lay them flat to dry.

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Make washable paint for fun kiddie baths

Make washable paint for fun kiddie baths
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Bath toys are loads of fun, but sometimes kids just want to make a colourful mess in the bath. Just a drop of food colouring and a bit of cornstarch added to baby shampoo, and you have bathtub paints for your kids. How much easier does cleanup get than when you use soap-based paint?

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