Every time you buy a new pair of shoes, you probably see a few little bags filled with tiny beads in the box.
Most people tend to throw these away immediately, assuming they serve no further purpose. But they’re totally wrong!
These non–toxic inert desiccant bags contain silicon dioxide, which can essentially be used to keep items (like shoes) dry.
Next time you find a couple of these bags in your new shoes, here’s how you can use them again:
Keep them in your gym bag.
Every time you throw your sweaty workout clothes back into the same gym bag, you run the risk of finding gross mold. Placing one of these little packets inside your bag can easily help fight mold and bacteria—plus they eliminate odor!
Put them between soggy towels.
Again, these non-toxic beads are great for removing moisture, so they’re excellent at preventing mold buildup on your towels. Next time you’re folding laundry at home, try sticking one of these baggies in between your fresh towels to keep them fresh and smelling great.
Eliminate window fog.
YES! These handy packets can instantly clear up a foggy windshield. Just place a couple of these inside your car on the windshield and see what a difference they make—no more fog!
Freshen up your makeup.
Place a couple of these silica packets inside your makeup bag to keep any powder from getting damp and curdling.
Make your razors last longer.
Razors are so expensive and it feels like they only last a couple of times before they become rusty and dull. Next time you buy a new razor, try storing it in a tightly sealed container with a few silica packs to keep it from getting wet.
Save your phone from water damage.
We’ve all heard the old rice trick, but silica bags actually work much better at preventing your phone from water damage. Try filling up a jar or container with these neat packets and place your phone inside. They’ll instantly soak up the water!
