I have to tackle the big job of bathing both dogs this weekend. I have to wait for a warm sunny day so I can put them outside to dry. Both have long hair and it takes forever for them to dry. I have to brush and comb and fluff. But Momma Said, “If you have a dog, you accept the responsibility of their care.” I don’t mind because I know it makes them feel better.
I tried Blue Dawn the last time I bathed them and it worked great. It is a lot cheaper than dog shampoos and it does not have a perfume scent to it like some shampoos. It cut the grease buildup and dirt on them and didn’t dry out their skin. And a big plus, it is supposed to kill fleas. Momma Said, “All that in one product will save a bunch of money, plus it gets the dishes clean too.”
I have a list for you of some of the other things Blue Dawn can be used for. It must be the original Blue or these ideas will not work. Momma Said, “Give these a shot and see how much money you can save on other products.”
BUBBLES
According to Bubbles.org, Dawn dishwashing liquid makes great homemade bubbles. Here is the Giant Bubble Recipe used in bubble makers at many children’s museums: 1/2 cup Ultra Dawn, 1/2 gallon warm water, 1 tablespoon glycerin (available at any drug store) OR White Karo syrup works too! Stir gently. Skim the foam off the top of the solution (too much foam breaks down the bubbles). Dip bubble wand and get ready for some good, clean fun!
HAIR PRODUCT BUILDUP
Once a month use original Dawn as you would shampoo. It will remove excess oil from your hair and scalp and strip away any build-up of styling products without any damage. Perform this once a month and you won’t have to buy expensive salon products that do the same thing.
PETS AND PESTS
Use it to bathe the dogs. It kills fleas on contact and is much cheaper than expensive dog shampoos.
ICE PACK
Partially fill a strong zip-type sandwich bag with Dawn dishwashing liquid, close and freeze. The liquid soap stays cold much longer and it can be re-frozen many times. It will conform to the place you need an ice pack.
REPEL ANTS
Spray counter-tops, cupboards and any other area where you see ants with a solution of Dawn and water. Wipe dry. The slight residue of Dawn that remains will not be a problem at all for kids or pets, but ants hate it. Should you see a trail of ants, go ahead and hit them with the Dawn spray.
POISON IVY
Poison ivy spreads through the oil within the blisters. Wash the affected area with Dawn, especially on children who keep scratching the blister’s open, it helps dry up the fluid AND keep it from spreading.
TUB AND SHOWER CLEANER
Take a spray bottle and fill it halfway with white vinegar then heat in the microwave. Fill the rest of the way with blue Dawn. Put lid on and shake to mix well. Spray on your tub and shower walls. Allow to sit for a few minutes and rinse away. It will totally melt away the soap scum and dirt.