Brilio.net - Nowadays, cell phones are the most important item to carry everywhere. To keep it safe and scratch-free, the cellphone can be wrapped in a casing. There are many types of casings, one of the most popular is the silicone casing.
However, whatever the type, casing that has been used for a long time easily turns dirty. For example, on a clear silicone casing, if it becomes dirty, the color usually turns yellowish or brownish. As a result, the previously aesthetic casing becomes less attractive, right?
Even though it's dirty, the cellphone casing can be cleaned so it's clear again, you know. One trick, you can wash it with the help of kitchen ingredients, namely baking soda. Baking soda is known to be abrasive, so it can remove stains on cellphone casings .
However, different from netizens on the Gue Geo YouTube account, this man admits that he has other kitchen ingredients that are no less effective in making dirty casings clear again, you know.
How to clean a dirty cellphone casing using kitchen ingredients.
The first thing you have to do is apply toothpaste to the entire surface of the cellphone casing. After that, rub the cellphone casing slowly with the help of a brush.
photo: YouTube/Gue Geo
If so, prepare a basin filled with warm water. Soak the cellphone casing in the warm water. Next, sprinkle the cellphone casing with 2 teaspoons of salt. Yup, salt is the main kitchen ingredient for practicing this trick for cleaning cellphone casings.
Stir so that the salt is mixed evenly with the water. After that, let the cellphone casing soak for a few minutes so that the stains disappear.
"Basically, we soak it and wait for 15 minutes," emphasized the owner of the YouTube account Gue Geo, quoted by BrilioFood on Monday (6/5).
Finally, rinse the cellphone casing with clean water until there is no remaining toothpaste or salt attached. HP casings that originally looked shaggy can shine again after cleaning them with this trick, you know.
photo: YouTube/Gue Geo
So, even without baking soda, your cellphone casing can still be cleaned easily, right? Taking a peek at the comments column on Gue Geo's YouTube upload, which has been watched 635 thousand times, quite a few netizens have succeeded in trying this trick, you know.
"Be careful, if the water gets too hot, the casing will loosen a bit where it's pressed," added YouTube @alifiazahra8477 and received a response from the video owner, "Yep, that's right, don't make the water too hot, make sure you watch the video until the end so you don't fail to understand."
"Great, thanks for the tutor, I repeated it twice and immediately cleaned it again," said YouTube @chaerurrizkymaulana8296.
"It's great that my yellowed cellphone casing looks like new again," wrote YouTube @dindaramadhani14.
How to use salt as skincare.
Salt can be used in a number of ways in skin care, but keep in mind that it can irritate the skin for some people, especially if used in large amounts or under certain conditions. Here are some common ways to use salt as part of skin care.
1. Salt scrub.
Mix salt with oil (such as coconut oil, olive oil, or almond oil) to make an effective scrub for removing dead skin cells. Apply this mixture to wet skin and massage gently in circular movements. Rinse with warm water and dry gently. Make sure not to rub too hard, especially on sensitive skin.
2. Soak your feet in salt water.
Add salt to warm water and soak your feet in it for a few minutes. This can help reduce tired and dry feet and provide a relaxing sensation. After that, dry your feet gently and apply moisturizer.
3. Epsom salt.
Epsom salt, also known as magnesium sulfate, can be used in baths to help reduce stress and relieve tense muscles. Just add a few spoons of Epsom salt to warm bath water and soak your body in it for some time.
4. Salt mask.
Mix salt with several other ingredients such as honey, yogurt, or oatmeal to make a face or body mask that can clean and rejuvenate the skin. Apply this mixture to the desired area, leave it for a few minutes, then rinse with warm water.
It is always important to do a sensitivity test first before using salt extensively on your skin, especially if you have sensitive skin or certain skin problems. If you experience irritation or negative reactions, stop use and consult a dermatologist.