9 Amazing Uses Of Aspirin, No.3 Will Shock You

Salicylic acid has been used to relieve pain and inflammation since the 5^th century. Furthermore, it is effective in the prevention of blood clots and heart disease. Salicylic acid is the main ingredient of Aspirin and therefore, it is highly recommended that you have Aspirin at any time. Here are some of the surprising beneficial uses of aspirin, apart from being uses as general pain-killer.

1. Your flowers will last longer

You can simply add a crushed aspirin in the water your flowers are in and they will last much longer.

2. Rejuvenates your skin

Aspirin contains salicylic acid which can make your skin crystal clear. It reduces swelling, redness, and acne due to its ability to eliminate the excessive oil and dead skin cells. Crush 5 aspirin tablets and mix them with ¼ cup of water, and one teaspoon of honey. Apply the resulting paste to your skin and allow it to act for 10 minutes. Wash it off with warm water. You can use it daily, weekly, or monthly until you obtain the desired results.

3. Restore hair color

Chlorinated water can have a negative effect on your hair color, especially if you have light-colored hair. Fortunately, you can make your hair color perfect and shiny again by dissolving 6-8 aspirins in a glass of warm water. Rub the resulting solution onto your hair and let it act for 10-15 minutes.

4. Remove perspiration stains

Crush two aspirin tablets and combine with ½ cup of warm water. Soak the stain in this solution for two to three hours and the stain will be gone.

5. Treat hard calluses

This powerful ingredient can also help you with hard calluses. Crush 5-6 aspirins into a powder and combine with ½ teaspoon of lemon juice and water. Apply the resulting mixture to your feet and wrap them in a warm towel. Cover with a plastic bag and let it stay for at least 10 minutes. Remove the bag and towel and rub the softened callus with a pumice stone.