Bicarbonate is a magic product.
Why ? Because it has the power to replace all products trade.
Yes, yes you read that right, all commercial products that cost an arm and a leg!
And this is true for cleaning, hygiene and beauty products alike.
great savings in perspective, right?
Especially when you know that commercial products are full of toxic substances...
And that these toxic substances cause real ecological disasters.
Why ? Because we are all used, once used, to throw these toxic substances in our sinks...
The concern is that afterwards, these pollutants pass through the treatment plants and are discharged into our rivers and end up contaminating groundwater and therefore the water we drink.
Everything is connected.
Result ? Ecological disasters such as triclosan, this biocide used in beauty products and which is now found in alarming quantities in the organism of marine animals such as dolphins.
Fortunately, there is a solution to replace all those commercial polluting products that we use on a daily basis.
I named the baking soda.
Ecological, bicarbonate presents no danger for our friends the dolphins.
It is also a perfect alternative to commercial cleaners, as it is just as effective.
Indeed, household products contain chemicals that expose us to serious illnesses , such as asthma, cancer and many other disorders documented by scientific research.
Bicarbonate is also an ideal alternative to beauty and personal hygiene products. Yes, beauty products also pollute the planet and contaminate our bodies.
Why ? Because these products contain synthetic fragrances made from synthetic molecules, sodium lauryl sulphate and parabens.
Finally, baking soda is much more economical than any other commercial product. It only costs €3 per kilo on average . Not bad, right?
Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, regulates pH levels . This means that it can balance the pH of substances, whether acidic or alkaline.
The other advantage is that the bicarbonate delays further changes in pH levels, a property called "the buffering effect".
If bicarbonate has so many effective uses, it is precisely thanks to its 2 properties:its regulating effect and its buffer effect.
That's why baking soda can neutralize acidic odors, such as bad smells from the fridge, and balancing the pH level, like that of the water in your washing machine, which increases the cleaning action of your laundry!
These are simple chemical reactions. But as you will see, these little reactions are quite simply phe-no-me-nal and you make household chores easier !
Without further ado, here are the 51 magic uses for baking soda. Watch:
To replace commercial toothpaste stuffed with fluoride, brush your teeth with a paste based on bicarbonate and 10 volume hydrogen peroxide. (Alternatively, you can also try this homemade recipe using baking soda and coconut oil.) And for thorough tooth brushing, just sprinkle some baking soda on your regular toothpaste!
Pour 1 teaspoon of baking soda into a half-filled glass of water. Stir and use this mixture as a mouthwash . Spit it out and rinse your mouth with clean water. Effective, because baking soda not only masks bad smells, it completely neutralizes them! Check out the trick here.
Soak braces, dentures, or even mouth guards in baking soda (2 teaspoons of baking soda in 1 glass of warm water). The baking soda will dissolve food particles and neutralize bad odors from all your braces and dentures. In addition, you can also clean your devices thoroughly by brushing them with a little baking soda. Check out the trick here.
Baking soda is perfect as an invigorating face and body scrub. Just mix 3 volumes of baking soda to 1 volume of water, until you get a smooth paste. Gently apply this paste to gently exfoliate your skin , making circular movements. Then rinse with clear water. Another advantage, know that this treatment is gentle enough for daily use. For deeper exfoliation, use this homemade baking soda and coconut oil face wash recipe.
Commercial deodorants are full of chemicals that are harsh on the skin. Fortunately, replacing them is easy as pie. Indeed, you can put baking soda directly under your armpits to neutralize body odor. Check out the trick here.
Baking soda is a safe and effective remedy for relieving heartburn and heartburn associated with heartburn. Be sure to follow the instructions on your baking soda packaging. Check out the trick here.
For stings insects, make a paste of water and baking soda, then use this paste as a balm to spread on the bite. To relieve itching of the skin, pour a little baking soda into the palm of your hand and rub it gently on your damp skin, when you get out of the shower or bath.
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No more using these commercial soaps that are too aggressive for the skin! To gently clean stubborn dirt and neutralize bad odors on your hands, use a baking soda paste:1 part water to 3 parts baking soda. It also works with mild liquid soap:3 volumes of baking soda for 1 volume of homemade liquid soap. Finish by rinsing your hands with clean water. Know that steel soap is also super effective in removing bad odors from hands.
We have already told you about the incredible benefits of white vinegar for hair. But baking soda also deserves its place in your shower! Add a pinch of baking soda to your favorite shampoo in the palm of your hand. Shampoo as usual and rinse thoroughly with clean water. The baking soda will eliminate the residue stubborn commercial hair care products. Result, with bicarbonate, your hair is cleaner and less rebellious .
For shinier hair, with more shine, your brushes and combs must be impeccably clean. The problem is that sebum and hair care residue accumulate there quickly. The trick to easily cleaning your combs and hairbrushes is to soak them in a small basin of hot water mixed with 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Rinse with clear water and allow to air dry.
For a good feeling of softness on your skin, add half a glass of baking soda to your bath. Indeed, the bicarbonate will neutralize the acidities to the surface of the skin and remove oil and perspiration . Check out the trick here. Be aware that Epsom salt baths (or magnesium sulphate) also have miraculous properties. Discover all their benefits here.
Soak your tired or swollen feet in a basin of hot water mixed with 3 tablespoons of baking soda. Rub and massage your feet for a relaxing effect. Check out the trick here.
Looking for an effective, chemical-free product to gently clean your bathroom surfaces? To clean the bathtub, the sink, the tiles, and even the fiberglass surfaces, just sprinkle a little baking soda on a damp sponge. Rub the surfaces with the sponge, rinse thoroughly and dry with a dry cloth. For even more cleaning power, you can also prepare a homemade scouring cream made from baking soda, coarse salt and dishwashing liquid. Check out the trick here.
Add 2 large tablespoons of baking soda to your dishwater, without forgetting to put a little dishwashing liquid in it. Baking soda will quickly break down grease and food that sticks to dishes, pots and pans. For burnt pots and pans , first soak them in baking soda water. Then, rub them with a damp sponge sprinkled with baking soda. You will see, the advantage is that baking soda is a mild abrasive that does not scratch the surfaces of your pans and saucepans . Check out the trick here.
To clean and disinfect smelly sponges, soak them in hot water with plenty of baking soda:about 4 tablespoons of baking soda to 1 liter of hot water. Alternatively, for even more sanitizing power, you can also use your microwave . Check out the trick here.
Put some baking soda on a damp sponge to thoroughly clean the interior and exterior surfaces of your microwave, but without scratching . In addition, baking soda does not leave any unpleasant odors like chemicals. Finish with a good rinse with clean water. Check out the trick here.
Use a clean, damp sponge or cloth to rub your silver cutlery with a baking soda paste:3 parts baking soda to 1 part water. To give more shine to your silver cutlery and dishes, rinse thoroughly with clear water and polish with a soft cloth. Check out the trick here.
Sometimes coffee and tea pots have caked-on stains, which make coffee and tea bitter. To clean them thoroughly, just soak them in hot bicarbonate water :60 g of bicarbonate for 1 liter of hot water. For stains really stubborn, add a little washing-up liquid to this solution and let it soak overnight. Otherwise, you can also put some baking soda on a damp sponge and rub your teapots, coffee pots and cups. Check out the trick here.
Sprinkle the bottom of your oven with baking soda. Then, use a spray bottle filled with water to make the baking soda moist. Let stand overnight. The next day, pass a damp sponge to easily remove all the dirt. You can also use your vacuum cleaner to remove the baking soda. Finish by rinsing with clear water. Check out the trick here.
To remove stubborn dirt and marks from your tiled or vinyl floors, clean them with a mop and bicarbonated water:100 g of bicarbonate in 1 bucket of hot water. Then, finish by rinsing with clear water and your floors will be sparkling clean! And to remove shoe marks, rub your floors with a damp sponge sprinkled with baking soda and rinse with clear water.
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To clean and restore shine to your wooden furniture, you can use this homemade furniture cleaner based on lemon essential oil. To clean and erase all types of marks, including colored pencil marks on your painted walls and furniture, you can gently rub them with a little baking soda on a damp sponge. Wipe off excess with a clean, dry cloth.
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To clean and deodorize your plastic shower curtain, use a damp sponge sprinkled with baking soda. Rub the shower curtain with the sponge and rinse with clear water. To air dry the curtain, simply hang it up on the shower rod. Check out the trick here.
To boost the cleaning power of your liquid detergent, pour 100 g of baking soda directly into your machine. Baking soda will balance the pH of the water in your washing machine and make your laundry even cleaner , fresher and with more vibrant colors.
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The sensitive skin of babies requires suitable detergents, which are more and more readily available on the market. Unfortunately, commercial stain and odor removers tend to be too harsh for sensitive skin. To remove stubborn stains from baby clothes, add 100 g of baking soda to your detergent drawer. And to eliminatebad smells , pour 100 g of bicarbonate directly into the washing machine, during the rinse cycle.
Unlike Pampers which contain toxic substances, cloth diapers have the advantage of being safe for babies and also of being environmentally friendly. To clean cloth nappies thoroughly, just soak them well in bicarbonated water:100 g of bicarbonate in 2 liters of water.
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To wash and deodorize stinky sports gear, use bicarbonate water by putting 4 tablespoons of bicarbonate in 1 liter of hot water. Similarly, you can also sprinkle baking soda directly into your gym bag to neutralize bad odors. To clean golf clubs WITHOUT scratching, use a brush and a baking soda paste by mixing 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water. Finish with a good rinse with clean water.
To discover: 5 Tips for Properly Cleaning Your Smelly Gym Gear.
Is the floor of your garage or your garden path marked with oil stains? Put some baking soda on the stains and scrub with a stiff bristle brush to remove them. Check out the trick here.
Thanks to its alkaline property, bicarbonate neutralizes corrosion and oxidation of car or lawn mower batteries. Before you begin, take care to remove the terminals and cables from your battery. With a damp cloth, apply a paste of baking soda (3 parts baking soda to 1 part water) on the pods and rub to remove traces of corrosion and oxidation. To prevent corrosion, you can put a little Vaseline on the lugs after reconnecting the cables. Take great care when working on batteries, as they contain extremely caustic acid. Check out the trick here.
Bicarbonate is perfect for cleaning the car, and this without any risk to make micro-scratches. In particular, you can use it for:
- clean and shine chrome,
- erase scratches on the windows,
- clean dirty bodywork,
- clean the seats, or
- clean car interior and carpets.
To wash the car, it is enough to use bicarbonate water (50 g of bicarbonate in 1 liter of hot water). Apply this solution to your car with a sponge or soft cloth. Soda water will easily remove road grime, resin stains, bugs, and even tar. Put a little baking soda on a damp sponge (or a soft-bristled brush) to get rid of really stubborn stains.
To neutralize bad smells, put a cup filled with baking soda on a shelf at the back of your refrigerator. Check out the trick here.
Generously sprinkle your cutting board with baking soda. Rub with a damp sponge and rinse with clear water. For deep natural cleansing, you can also use coarse salt and a lemon. Check out the trick here.
Tired of having flies hovering around your trash can? The trick to eliminating bad odors is to sprinkle baking soda inside the trash can. Check out the trick here.
As you add stuff to recycle, sprinkle baking soda in your recycling bin. And don't forget to clean it from time to time. It's very simple:put a little baking soda on a damp sponge and rub the inside walls of the tank with it. Finish by rinsing with clear water.
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Yes, baking soda also eliminates bad pipe odors in your kitchen and bathroom. Plus, it keeps those lingering odors from coming back. Run hot water and pour 100 g of baking soda directly into your pipes. The bicarbonate will neutralize the acid and alkaline pH to completely deodorize the pipe. For this trick, use the cup of baking soda in your fridge when you change it. There are no small savings ! Check out the trick here.
Between each wash, put baking soda in your dishwasher to eliminate bad smells. Once the cycle has started, the baking soda will also degrease and descale the interior of the dishwasher. Check out the trick here.
Does your garbage disposal smell bad? So, pour some baking soda down the drain, running hot water. Thanks to its balancing effect on acid and alkaline pH, baking soda will sanitize your garbage disposal.
Between each use, put a small cup of baking soda in the food boxes that serve as bowls for your family. No more persistent bad smells in Tupperware!
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Sprinkle baking soda liberally on your carpet. Leave on overnight, or longer if possible. The longer you let it act, the better the baking soda will be able to absorb bad odors. Use a broom to remove most of the powder. Then use your vacuum to remove the rest. Don't forget to empty your vacuum bag. Check out the trick here.
Eh yes ! By using the previous trick, you will not only deodorize your carpet, but also eliminate bad odors from your vacuum cleaner. The 2 in 1 trick!
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To always have a pleasant fresh smell in your closet, put a cup of baking soda on one of the shelves.
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Over time, bad odors permeate the fabrics of car seats and carpets. And every time you sit or walk on the interior fabrics, musty odors are released into the cabin. To eliminate them, sprinkle baking soda directly on all interior fabrics. Leave on for 15 minutes or longer for stubborn odors and vacuum up the baking soda. Check out the trick here.
Generously sprinkle baking soda on the bottom of your cat's litter box. Then, fill the box with litter, as usual. And to clean the air between 2 changes of litter, sprinkle baking soda on the fresh litter, after cleaning the box thoroughly. Check out the trick here.
Baskets for dogs or cats are very practical. But over time, they tend to smell bad. To deodorize them, generously sprinkle baking soda in the pet beds. Leave on for 15 minutes or longer in case of persistent odors and vacuum.
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Do your sports shoes stink? No problem, there is a radical solution. Sprinkle the inside of shoes with baking soda when you're not wearing them. Before putting your shoes back on, just shake them well to remove all the baking soda. Check out the trick here.
During the rinse cycle, pour 100 g of bicarbonate into your washing machine. You will see, baking soda will deodorize towels and sheets, even if they have a musty smell.
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Do your sports clothes smell particularly bad? Neutralize stubborn odors in clothes by adding 100 g of bicarbonate to your washing machine during the rinse cycle.
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Are your children's favorite soft toys and comforters starting to smell bad? So, sprinkle them with baking soda and leave for 15 minutes. Use a brush to remove excess baking soda. Check out the trick here.
Did you know that baking soda is an essential product to take with you when you go camping? Among other things, baking soda can help you do the dishes, scour your pots, clean your hands thoroughly, replace your deodorant or toothpaste, and even put out campfires!
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Baking soda is particularly effective in putting out small cooking oil fires in the kitchen. Indeed, when baking soda is heated, it releases carbon dioxide, a gas that smothers the flames. For small kitchen fires (stoves, pots, ovens and grills), turn off the gas or power supply, but only if you can do so without risk. Then, step away from the heat and pour slowly baking soda on the base of the flames, until the fire is completely extinguished. Check out the trick here.
For a septic tank in good working order, regularly put a little baking soda in your pipes. It's easy, every week, pour 175 g of baking soda directly into the pipes. Bicarbonate will act on the pH balance of your septic tank, allowing good bacteria to develop there.
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Do you no longer know how to remove the dirt and residue that sticks to your fruits and vegetables? The natural trick is to use a little baking soda on a damp sponge to disinfect your fruits and vegetables. Finish by rinsing with clear water. Check out the trick here.
There you go, now you know all the magic uses of baking soda!
If you are looking for baking soda, I recommend this baking soda that I use daily at home.
You can also buy baking soda in supermarkets. Here is our article on where to buy baking soda easily.
And for the curious, we even wrote an article that explains the difference between baking soda and sodium!
