You can even reuse ice packs

Up until last time, I talked about reusing things that were previously thrown away, such as tea leaves, coffee grounds, and desiccants. This time, I will talk about how to reuse the ice packs that are given to you for free when you buy things like cakes.

Why not try getting creative with the ice packs sleeping in your freezer?

<Reuse as is>

This is the original way to use ice packs.

o Wrap it in a towel and apply it to your forehead to cool down when you have a fever or heatstroke.

o Wrap it in a towel and apply it to the swollen area when you have a bruise or sprain to cool it down.

o (In summer) Use it to keep your lunch box cool.

o (In summer) Place it by your pillow on uncomfortable, hot nights to help you sleep soundly.

o (In summer) Wrap it in a towel and cool your neck, armpits, or thighs to feel refreshed.

o Use it for cooling down after sports.

o Use it as an auxiliary cooling source in a cooler box to keep drinks cold when fishing or camping.

o Use it as an emergency cooling agent for food in the refrigerator during a power outage.

o Use it in an insulated bag when bringing home fresh food.

o Cool down oil residue in a frying pan to solidify it, making it easier to remove.

o Wrap it in a towel and place it under your pet's cooling mat.

o Place it in front of an electric fan to turn it into a makeshift air conditioner.

o Once thawed, the contents can be used as a squishy toy for children.

o (Pro tip) Soak it in warm water around 40°C for a few minutes to warm it up, then use it for tired eyes or as a hand warmer. However, heating it in a microwave is strictly prohibited. It is dangerous as it may burst.

<Use by removing the contents>

Thaw it at room temperature, and if it is a transparent gel, cut the bag with scissors and use the contents.

Put them in small transparent containers, add color with paint, or insert dried flowers to use them as a display.

Put them in small containers and place them in refrigerators, shoe cabinets, or restrooms to use as deodorizers.

Put them in small transparent bottles and add a few drops of perfume or aroma oil to use as air fresheners.

Taking advantage of their water-absorbent properties, they can also be used as emergency portable toilets.

Spread them on top of soil to serve as a substitute for watering when you are away on trips, etc.
Using too much can cause root rot, so a guideline is about 10% of the soil volume.

Mixing them into the soil increases water retention, which can reduce the need for watering.
They are not suitable for cacti and other plants that prefer dry conditions. We have summarized which plants are suitable and which are not in a table.

(Pro tip) Apply a small amount of the contents to a sponge and gently scrub sinks or faucets to make them shiny.

<When to replace>

Discard items that are over a year old or have become cloudy.

Usually, the deodorizing effect lasts for about 2 to 3 weeks.

Discard them when you feel the effect has faded.

<Precautions for reuse>

When discarding, either throw them away as combustible waste as they are, or soak the contents into newspaper or old towels and then discard as combustible waste.

Never flush them down the toilet or drain. It will cause clogging.

Be careful of mold growth, and check them frequently to discard them when necessary.

Be careful to prevent accidental ingestion by children or pets.

Some aroma oils are harmful to pets, so you need to check in advance.

<Summary>

When you have a few accumulated, it is fun and interesting to try these out in order.

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