She Buys Dishwashing Soap But Uses It For More Than Her Dishes, And It's Genius

#1 Dish Soap Is Useful In Many Ways

It's made for getting your dishes sparkling clean, and grease free, but did you know that there are dozens of other uses for that bottle of dishwashing soap sitting beside your sink? It's so powerful that animal rescuers even use it to clean oil from wildlife caught in disastrous oil spills. Here are just a few other amazing things you can do with a single bottle of dish soap..

#2 Fight Stains

Dishwashing soap can fight stubborn stains on clothes that refuse to come off. Rub dishwashing soap on the stained area, let it sit for 30 minutes, and then do your laundry as usual. No need to buy extra stain removers.

#3 Get Rid Of Pesky Pests

Do you have fleas or other pests around the house? Mix a tablespoon of dishwashing soap with water in a spray bottle. Then, spray the mixture in areas where you have pests lurking. It will kill them.

Dishwashing soap can also be used to get rid of ants. Rub soap along edges of doors or windows where insects are often found.

#4 Extra Cold Ice Packs

Pour dishwashing soap in a Ziploc bag to make a reusable ice pack. The soap will stay cold for longer periods of time than water will, and keep your food and beverages much cooler. Double bag it in case of a leak.

#5 Remove Oil Stains

Have motor oil stains on your driveway? Mix dishwashing soap with hot water in a bucket. Then, pour the mixture on the area with oil. Scrub with a brush or broom and then rinse it off. Try it on carpeting as well. It works great!

#6 Make Tie-Dyed Art

Kids will love this art project. Put milk and a few drops of food coloring on a paper plate. Then, dip a cotton swab in dishwashing soap. Next, dip the swab in the center of the plate and just watch what happens. It's really cool!

#7 Clean Your Oily Or Dyed Hair

Do you have unwanted oil or hair dye in your hair? You can wash away the excess oil by using a small amount of dishwashing soap and water. Doing this once a week for your hair will remove the excess oil.

#8 Stop The Spread Of Poison Ivy

If you have a rash from poison ivy, you can wash the infected area with dishwashing soap. This will help prevent the rash from spreading elsewhere because it removes the oils. I also keeps the itching down.

#9 Make Homemade Bubbles

If you want to do a fun activity with your kids, then create homemade bubbles. Mix one part dishwashing soap with two parts water in a bowl. Now, blow bubbles with your kids!

#10 Unclog Your Toilet

If your toilet is clogged, then pour one cup of dishwashing soap in the toilet bowl. Let it sit for about 10 minutes. Then pour a bowl of hot water and flush. It'll unclog your toilet!

#11 Give Your Pet A Bath

Dishwashing soap can remove the oils and other bacteria on your pets. Try to give them a bath in it! Soaps like Dawn will not irritate their eyes and are not harmful to your pet, but really get the dirt and oils out, and leave the fur soft and manageable.

#12 Clean Makeup Sponges

If your makeup sponge is clogged, then use dishwashing soap to clean them. It will rejuvenate them!