Hairspray is ideal for giving strong hold to updos, adding volume to bouffant hairstyles and fixing beach waves. But did you know that there are other uses for the aerosol? Whether forPreserving flowersor for removing lint, this miracle spray can do it all. Unexpectedly? Yes. Practical? Completely. Today we'll tell you what else you can use hairspray for.
Use hairspray to preserve flowers and wreaths
Spray your bouquet with hairspray to make it last a few days longer. This also works for wreaths and othersCrafts made from natural materialsorfresh pine greens. The polymer contained in the hairspray locks in moisture so your wreath looks fresher for longer. It also provides a nice shiny effect.
Tame eyebrows with hairspray
Do you have unruly eyebrows that just can't be shaped? Lightly mist an old toothbrush or eyebrow brush with hairspray and brush it over your brows. Now all the hairs are in place perfectly!
Use hairspray to prevent static clothing
You know what it's like: You're wearing an airy skirt that keeps getting caught on your tights. Simply spray the tights or your clothing with hairspray before putting them on. Just like antistatic sprays, the styling product also contains water, alcohol and surfactants - all ingredients thatneutralize static charge!
Thread a needle
Threading a frayed thread through a needle sounds easy, but it is often a frustrating task. Simply spray the end of the thread with hairspray. This makes it stiffer and easier to thread through the needle hole.
Remove stains with hairspray
Have you smeared makeup or lipstick on your shirt collar or spilled red wine on your clothes? Spray the stain generously with hairspray and let it sit for a few minutes. Then wash it with detergent at as high a temperature as the garment allows. The stain should come out immediately when washed! By the way, this also works on fresh hair color stains.
For ink stains, look for a hairspray that lists alcohol as an ingredient on the label. These are often the cheapest hairspray products. Hairspray or other forms of alcohol work best on polyester or polyester blends.
If you want to remove stains from leather shoes, bags or sofas, you can also use hairspray. Apply a small amount of alcohol-based hairspray to a white cotton rag, wait a few seconds, and gently blot away the stain. Always test the hairspray on an invisible area of the leather before using it. Ingredients vary from brand to brand, and some may leave an unsightly stain.
Dry nail polish faster
There's nothing worse than painting your nails and then realizing you have to go to the bathroom. If you find yourself in this situation and need to dry your nails immediately, spray them with hairspray to set the nail polish. They are then immediately dry to the touch again.
Remove animal hair and lint
We all love our furry friends, but we're not so keen on the pet hair that's everywhere and is often difficult to remove. If you don't have a lint roller on hand, spray a cloth with a little hairspray and rub it over the furniture and clothing. Just like with pet hair remover, the lint sticks to the hairspray!
Remove adhesive residue from labels
Stickers can sometimes be difficult to remove and can leave a sticky residue when peeled off. You can easily get rid of sticker residue with hairspray. Simply spray on and rub off with your fingers. You can find more home remedies for removing stickersin this article.
Use hairspray to make shoes less slippery
With a little hairspray you can prevent your feet from slipping back and forth on slippery shoe soles. Simply spray a generous layer onto your heels to provide additional adhesion and prevent blisters.
Prevent runs in tights
If you're worried your new tights might tear, spray on some hairspray before putting them on. This makes them more stable and tear-resistant. You can also use hairspray to stop a run that has already formed!
Prevent a zipper from opening on its own
A zipper that keeps coming undone is very embarrassing. Spray a little hairspray on the zipper to hold it in place.
Use hairspray to hold chalk art and pastel paintings in place
Did your child paint a masterpiece with pastels? Spray it with hairspray to keep the colors from smudging. This also works with colored pencils and chalk.
