Five uses of Aspirin you did not know about

Rida Lodhi

24 Oct, 2016

Life & Style

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WEB DESK: One of the most easy cure of headache or pain in any part of the body are two pills of aspirin or pain killers. But are you aware of the benefits of aspirin that can be easily used as hacks?

According to the Bright Side, here are five aspirin hacks you should be aware of.

1. Helps reduce acne

Â Aspirin helps calm acne due toÂ its anti-inflammatory properties. Crush 2-3 uncoated aspirin pills, and mix them with lemon juice. Apply the mixture toÂ the pimple, and let itÂ sit for aÂ couple ofÂ minutes before washing itÂ off. Avoid using this paste before sun exposure.

2. Relieves insect bites

Â Aspirin can also help reduce swelling and soothe the itching caused byÂ mosquito bites. Dampen anÂ uncoated aspirin inÂ aÂ tablespoon ofÂ water, and apply itÂ toÂ the affected area for aÂ few minutes.

3. Keep dandruff atÂ bay

Â Dandruff â€™snowflakesâ€™ not only make your scalp itch but are also quite unsightly. ToÂ get rid ofÂ dandruff, wash your hair with 2Â crushed aspirin pills mixed into your normal amount ofÂ shampoo.

4. Eliminates calluses onÂ the feet

Â These tablets also help soften the soles and remove dead skin easily. Shred 7Â aspirins and add half aÂ tablespoon ofÂ lemon juice toÂ form aÂ paste. Apply the mixture onÂ the soles ofÂ the feet, and cover with aÂ warm cloth. Leave for 10Â minutes, and then exfoliate the hard areas with pumice.

5. Repairs damaged hair

Your hair will also benefit from the use ofÂ aspirin. For healthy and shiny hair, dissolve aÂ strip ofÂ aspirins inÂ aÂ cup ofÂ warm water and apply toÂ clean hair. Leave for about 15Â minutes, and then rinse.