10 Amazing Things Coffee Powder Can Do

Simply put, I don’t like coffee and don’t know how to enjoy it, but my wife is addicted to it just like my dad, but recently, I found some articles about the many uses of coffee grounds and I’m glad that finally, I can also take advantage of this beverage.

According to statistics, office workers in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou drink an average of 3 cups of coffee a day, so imagine how much used coffee grounds are thrown into the trash. If you drink coffee, don't throw it away. Here are 10 amazing uses for it.

1. Eliminate odors

The first thing to do is to dry the coffee, then put it in a bowl and put it in the refrigerator to eliminate the smell. You can also put it near the trash can to keep it smelling better and fresher.

2. Fertilizer Accelerator

If you have a garden, then you must make use of coffee grounds as they are highly acidic. Simply, spread them on your flower beds Coffee grounds also contain potassium, magnesium, phosphorus and copper. So, as they degrade, they release nitrogen that helps in making rich compost.

3. Fisherman’s Friend

If you like fishing, you can use coffee grounds to grow bait (earthworms, worms, etc.). After a period of time, they will be very fat and are perfect for fishing.

4. Flavor Enhancer

You can add brewed coffee or instant coffee grounds to intensify the flavor of your brownies, you'd be surprised! Also, you can add a spoonful to meat marinades to give meat tenderization an extra smoky flavor.

5. Clear acne

You may have heard this before, but coffee has natural antioxidant and astringent properties that can work as a toner and facial cleanser. You can mix milk and coffee grounds until you make a paste, then rub it all over your face for a minute. Let it sit for 20 minutes, then rinse it off!

6. Enhance hair color

People with darker hair can rinse their hair with a strong cooling coffee when their hair is dry and clean to make it look shinier. Let it sit on your hair for about 15 minutes and then rinse it out to make it more vibrant. You can also add 1-2 spoons to your conditioner. This is not recommended for anyone with blonde or silver hair.

7. Exfoliate

Caffeine can stimulate skin cells, promoting firmer, healthier skin. So take advantage of it by mixing it with jojoba oil, vitamin E, or coconut oil, then massage your body with it in the shower. Use it once a week!