Clever Uses for Expired Milk: Repair, Clean, and Revitalize

January 19, 2024

The shelf life of milk is relatively short, especially if it is not finished after opening, it is more likely to spoil. But if you just throw it away, it's a bit of a waste. So, what can expired milk be used for? Here are a few clever uses for expired milk.




【Repair Cracks】

If there are tiny cracks in porcelain, you can place it in a pot, pour in milk to soak, heat it to boiling, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45 minutes. The protein in milk will combine with the clay in the porcelain and repair the cracks.

【Remove Oil Stains】

After repairing a car, your hands may be covered in oil stains and dirt, making them very dirty. At this time, mix oatmeal and milk to form a paste, rub it on your hands. It can remove dirt and moisturize your hands, making them softer and smoother.

【Leather Care】

Use a cloth soaked in milk to clean leather, it will make it look like new. If you want to deeply treat leather products, you can apply milk and let it air dry completely, and then polish it. Milk can close up cracks and wear on the leather, making it shiny and new.

【Facial Mask】

Milk has good moisturizing properties. You can mix it with honey, gently massage your face, and leave it on for 15 minutes before rinsing with water. If your skin is itchy, bitten by mosquitoes, or sunburned, you can also use milk to apply to the affected areas, which can provide some relief.

【Remove Rust】

Soak silverware in spoiled milk (or add some vinegar to milk) to remove rust and stains from the surface. After soaking, rinse clean and dry. It can also be used to polish furniture. While deeply moisturizing the wood, the acidic components can also remove dust and dirt, with good results.

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