Majority of us have them every single morning after our much-needed cup of java, but never think to do anything with them. However, coffee grounds are quite handy!
Finding alternative uses for something that would otherwise be thrown in the trash is one way to start living a little greener and can be a lot of fun!
From fertilizing to exfoliating, here are ten alternative uses for coffee grounds:
Use coffee grounds as plant food. Certain plants such as rose bushes and evergreens that prefer acidic soil can really benefit from dumping your used coffee grounds in the dirt around them.
A new deodorizer in multiple ways. Deodorize your fridge by drying out the used coffee grounds then putting them in a bowl. They have the same effect as using baking soda! Or you can dump the grounds in your garbage disposal to neutralize any odor.
Introducing your new cat repellent! To keep outdoor cats from using your garden as their personal outhouse, sprinkle the grounds around your plants. I’ve heard it works and I’m not really sure but it is definitely worth a shot.
Use coffee grounds as a dust inhibitor. Before you clean out your fireplace this winter, toss wet coffee grounds over the ashes to keep the dust from the ashes under control.
Need something dyed brown? Steep grounds in hot water and you can make brown dye for just about anything, including paper and fabric!
Rid the scratches. Similar to dying fabric or paper, steep grounds and apply a bit of the liquid to your scratched wood furniture using a cotton ball or Q-tip. It helps make those dings a little less noticeable.
Use coffee grounds to exfoliate for your skin. Just mix grounds with your body wash.
Here’s another beauty idea for the brunettes out there: Mix coffee grounds in with your shampoo to enhance the color of your hair.
And I had to save my favorite alternative coffee ground favorite for last. Let me state that I have not tried this and won’t try this, but for those of you who are willing to try a “different” remedy for cellulite, let us all know how it works!
Use coffee grounds to rid cellulite. Mix 1/4 cup of warm used coffee grounds and a tablespoon of olive oil. While standing over an old towel or newspaper, apply the mixture to your problem areas. Next, wrap the areas with shrink wrap and leave it on for several minutes. Unwind the wrap, brush the loose grounds off your skin and then shower with warm water. This recipe comes from DIY Maven, and they suggest repeating this process two times a week. Again, if you do try this out, please report back and let us know how it worked!
Thoughts?
I have made bath scrubs with coffee grounds, I mix a little Epsom salt, used coffee grounds and olive oil to get a good paste mixture and scrub on wet skin while in the shower then rinse off. Smells good, works to relieve dry skin and is a great wake up first thing in the morning.
what about clogging your drain with the coffee grounds> sounds like a problem to me.
I’ve been using coffee grounds in my shampoo and different recipes of scrubs, and I love it with brown sugar and tree oils, vE and whatever I decide to throw in it. I don’t have cellulite but I can’t think of a reason why you wouldn’t scrub your whole body with it. Love love love coffee
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When I asked my dermatologist what to use under my eyes to get rid of puffiness, he told me to buy one of the OTC products with CAFFEINE in it (e.g., Garnier undereye roller). So, I guess if caffeine works under the eyes, it probably works the same way on cellulite!
I use coffee grounds around the foundation of my home to keep the ants out. They don’t like the smell but we do
. Love my coffee!!!
Many years ago I collected coffee grounds from neighbors and made a piece of artwork of the happy sad clowns, the different shades of the coffee grounds won me a prize
I use coffee grounds in my garden to stop bugs and it is good for the soil.
These all work but you can also use the ground to get rid of the odor on your hands from chopping onions! Simply grab a handful and scrub your hands well, rinse and then wash as usual. The odor will be gone. Be sure and get it under your nails too!!
My dad taught me also to put used coffee in to the container of worms when you go fishing. They thrive on it. It must be damp though. The fish just live the motion. they also like tea grounds too. Rip the bag open and pour the used leaves into the worm container. Black tea though, OK. Good luck. It worms. Remember to keep the worms in a cool place.