Why Put Tangerine Peels in Shoes: An Unexpected Trick

13.01.2024 12:25

However, it usually only takes a few days for shoes to become a source of "extra odor." Eventually, taking off your shoes when visiting becomes uncomfortable.

In this case, tangerines, or more precisely, their peel, will save the day.

Typically, the peels from these citrus fruits end up in the trash.

However, experienced housewives know that even fruit peels can be used usefully in everyday life.

The thing is that fresh peel needs to be put into boots.

Tangerines
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Their natural absorbent and aromatic properties perfectly refresh shoes and eliminate unpleasant odors.

It is advisable to put fresh or slightly dried crust into the shoes for 6-8 hours.

You can also get rid of excess odor using baking soda, which perfectly absorbs moisture.

But if you combine baking soda and tangerine peels, you will get a more effective remedy for combating unpleasant odor from shoes.

Previously, we talked about how else you can use tangerine peel in everyday life.

Olga Kotova Author: Olga Kotova Internet resource editor