10 Unexpected Ways to Use Olive Oil

by Kosher River Cruise Kosher Tour Operator

If you haven't cooked with olive oil, then you're missing out on half of your life. But did you know there are plenty of other ways to use olive oil that doesn't necessarily involve the kitchen?

Beauty

Moisturizer
Olive oil is an excellent moisturizer for dry skin. You can rub a thin layer on your skin after the shower for deep hydration, brush it through your hair, or even use it to soothe chapped lips.
Makeup Remover
Kiss makeup wipes goodbye forever! Switch out your makeup removers for a bottle of olive oil on your vanity. Olive oil effectively breaks down makeup, without the use of harsh chemicals, making it easy to wipe off your face, and it won't clog your pores.

Health
Oil Pulling
An ancient Ayurvedic ritual dating back over 3,000 years, oil pulling involves placing a tablespoon of extra virgin organic cold pressed oil into your mouth and then swishing it around for up to 20 minutes, minimum 5 minutes. It is believed to detox the body of toxins and whiten teeth.
Aids in Weight Loss
Extra virgin olive oil helps in supporting your weight loss goals effectively. This is because of the satiating power of the fatty acids found in olive oil. This means that the regular consumption of extra virgin olive oil leads to a greater feeling of fullness.
Soothe a Sore Throat
A teaspoon of olive oil can help soothe a tickling or a sore throat, and in some cases, if taken just before bed, some say it can alleviate snoring.

Industrial
Shine Stainless Steel
Rub some olive oil on stainless steel pots, pans, flatware, and sinks as an effective and safe way to make them shine. Unlike a harsh product like ammonia, this gentle one won't corrode or dull your stainless-steel items.
Soap Base
Because of its versatility, olive oil can be the base or additive of different personal care products. Due to its moisturizing properties, you'll leave your shower feeling soft and hydrated. As opposed to other bar soaps that dry and damage the skin. The personal care market is growing, and "clean" products are all the rage. Suppose you want to enter this industry, find an industrial olive oil supplier to purchase olive oil at lower, wholesale prices.
Condition and Shine Leather
Like any furniture, it needs to be cleaned. Make sure you dust your leather pieces regularly and clean them with leather cleaner twice a year. Mix ½ cup olive oil, ¼ cup brewed tea, and ¼ cup white vinegar in a spray bottle. Lightly spritz leather, let sit for 5 minutes, then wipe dry. Once the leather is dry, bring back its shine with a few drops of olive oil on a soft washcloth and rub the material in circular motions. Good as new!
Cure Creaky Doors
Drip a bit of olive oil into the door hinge to stop it from creaking. You can even use it on bicycle chains!
Business
Start an olive oil line! L&P Global is an industrial olive oil supplier. We work with a wide range of clientele who want to start their own olive line.