Diamonds lost their sparkle? Queen Elizabeth knows what to do. The 93-year-old monarch has her royal jewels regularly cleaned with gin and water, which is said to clean out the crevices and leave them twinkling.
As a jewellery cleaner
5 other uses for gin besides, you know, drinking it
Got any leftover gin lying around the house? We thought not. But hypothetically if you did, here are five surprising ways you can use it.
As a fungicide
While it may seem like a terrible waste, you can also use gin to make an anti-fungal foot bath. Not only can gin kill foot fungus but it will also get rid of any unpleasant odours.
As an air freshener
Love the nose on that London dry gin? Simply fill a spray bottle with your most aromatic gin and spritz around the room. The alcohol will quickly evaporate, leaving the irresistible scent of citrus and pine behind. Add a spray to your sports shoes and not only will it remove the stench, it’ll also kill unwanted bacteria.
As a multi-purpose cleaner
Spill some gin on the table accidentally on purpose? Gin makes for an excellent house cleaner, particularly for glass and mirrors. It can even remove mould and mildew, simply leave to sit for several minutes, then wipe away the stubborn spores.
As an aftershave
Running low on the Old Spice? Why not try splashing a little gin on your face or legs. Sure, you might smell a bit like an alcoholic, but it will also help to tighten the skin and sanitise any nicks or cuts.
