10 tips to make good use of your coffee grounds

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10 tips to use your coffee grounds wisely

Written by: Svenja Schindler | July 17, 2023 | Reading time 4 min

Coffee grounds contain a variety of antioxidants that offer protection against free radicals. Free radicals are very aggressive and attack our cells. Our cell structure can change as a result or, in the worst case, damage our cell function or DNA. Coffee grounds are full of effective ingredients and are therefore far too valuable to be thrown away. Using coffee grounds saves money and protects the environment. But what exactly can you do with coffee grounds?

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CELLULITE PEELING WITH COFFEE GROUNDS

It is said that caffeine stimulates circulation and has a dehydrating effect. This is said to lead to a tightening of the connective tissue during a body peeling, gently removing dead skin cells and stimulating cell renewal.

Application:

Mix the coffee grounds with a little vegetable oil
Apply the peeling to your body with circular movements
Leave the coffee scrub on your skin for about 20 minutes
Wash off the peeling in the shower and then pat your skin dry. This way, parts of the oil can continue to nourish your skin and be absorbed

COFFEE GROUNDS AS A HAIR TREATMENT

The coffee hair treatment gives your hair shine, volume and strength. The caffeine contained in the treatment promotes blood circulation in the scalp, which stimulates the hair roots and ultimately leads to hair growth.

And this is how it works:
Application of the coffee cure 15 minutes

1. MIX INGREDIENTS

Mix about 3-4 tablespoons of coffee grounds with water to form a paste

2. DISTRIBUTE TREATMENT IN HAIR

Apply the mixture to your hair. Massage the hair treatment into your scalp so that the caffeine reaches the hair roots

3. EFFECTIVE TIME AND EFFECTIVENESS

Leave the treatment on for at least 10 minutes and then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
Regular use is recommended as the caffeine is broken down quickly. Regular use increases the effectiveness of the caffeine

Tip: Only use the coffee hair treatment on dark hair, otherwise discoloration may occur.

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COFFEE GROUNDS AS FERTILIZER IN THE GARDEN

Coffee grounds contain nutrients such as nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus and can therefore be used as fertilizer for many plants. Since coffee grounds are slightly acidic, they are ideal for plants that require acidic soil. These include hydrangeas and rhododendrons, but coffee grounds fertilizers are also well suited for natural plants such as cucumbers, tomatoes, zucchini, blueberries and strawberries.

Danger: Because of the tannic acid, not all plants like coffee fertilizer. These include carrots, potatoes, garlic, asparagus, grapes, raspberries and elderberries.

The coffee grounds should always be cool and dry so that the root ball does not become moldy. To do this, place it in an open container to air dry. Interesting to know: Many snails do not like caffeine and can therefore be kept away from vegetable beds by using coffee fertilizer.

COFFEE GROUNDS MAKE SCRATCHES IN WOOD DISAPPEAR

The rest of the brewed coffee powder can also be reused in the household, as it can be used to repair light scratches in dark wooden furniture.

Application:

Moisten the coffee grounds a little
Apply it to the affected area with a cotton swab
The coffee grounds fill the scratches of the wooden furniture and the oils contained in them seal them

REMOVE UNPLEASANT RUMORS WITH COFFEE GROUNDS

The coffee grounds can remove unpleasant rumors because they have the ability to absorb outside rumors.

NEUTRALIZE CHEESE SMELLS FROM THE REFRIGERATOR

Cheese smells from the refrigerator can be removed with coffee grounds.

This is how it works:
Place the fresh coffee grounds in a bowl and then place it in the fridge overnight. The surface of the coffee grounds absorbs the odor molecules and thus neutralizes the smell.

GET RID OF ONION SMELL ON YOUR HANDS

To get rid of the onion smell on your hands, you can rub your hands with coffee grounds and then rinse them with water.

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COFFEE POWDER REMOVES SWEAT SMELL IN SHOES

Simply sprinkle the dry coffee powder into your shoes overnight. The next morning, your shoes will smell neutral.

COFFEE GROUND AS A TAX RESOURCE

Who hasn't experienced it? The stubborn dirt on the grill or the burnt pan. The coffee grounds work like scouring cream - with the decisive advantage: no harmful chemicals. Deposits in vases can also be removed with hot water and two spoonfuls of coffee grounds.

COFFEE GROUNDS AS A MIRACLE REMEDY AGAINST WASPS AND MOSQUITOES

Mosquitoes and wasps are not welcome - whether on a summer evening while barbecuing or relaxing on the terrace. The realization that mosquitoes and wasps do not like the smell of coffee makes summer evenings more bearable. Unfortunately, simply sprinkling coffee around does not help to get rid of them.

To get rid of the insects, you should light the dry coffee grounds in a fireproof bowl. The smell that rises is perceived as unpleasant by the insects. People, on the other hand, only notice the smell faintly or even find it pleasant.

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COFFEE GROUNDS REDUCE DARK CIRCLES

Anyone who has ever had a bad night's sleep and has to leave the house early knows what it's like: dark circles under the eyes. But if you know how to use your coffee grounds, you'll have fewer problems because the caffeine they contain promotes blood circulation. To do this, apply the coffee grounds under your eyes and leave them on for 5-10 minutes. The caffeine constricts the blood vessels and draws fluid away from the swelling.

Here you will find further tips against dark circles under the eyes.

LIP PEELING

In summer and winter, it is essential to care for our lips. Coffee grounds contain oils that have an antibacterial effect and promote blood circulation in the lips, making them appear fuller.

Recipe for the lip scrub:

1 teaspoon coffee grounds
1 teaspoon of baking soda (alternatively you can use sugar)
1 teaspoon coconut oil

Mix the three ingredients together in a bowl, massage the scrub into your lips for 2-3 minutes and remove any remaining scrub with warm water.
Use the product once a week and dry lips will be a thing of the past.

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EMPTYING THE CHIMNEY WITH COFFEE GROUNDS

This tip involves using the coffee grounds while they are still warm and moist. Sprinkle the grounds on the ashes before you remove them from the fireplace. The coffee grounds can bind the dust and ash, which makes emptying the fireplace much easier as no dust is stirred up.

CONCLUSION: COFFEE GROUNDS DO NOT BELONG IN THE TRASH

Coffee grounds are far too valuable to throw away. So the next time you find a portion of coffee grounds in your filter, you now have a few uses for them. They are a real all-rounder and you are doing something good for the environment and your wallet.