The Many Uses Of Dish Soap You Can Use Every Day

Published on August 24, 2020
Dish soap is an essential item that you use every day in the kitchen. It is perfect for cleaning greasy pots, dirty dishes, and even the kitchen table. But Dawn liquid soap can offer much more than this! There are multiple ways to use it to make your life simpler. Some of them, for example, including using Dawn to clean windows, are well known. Some are going to be a surprise for you, though. Having liquid soap is life-saving, sometimes even literally. Keep reading to discover 40 different ways to use liquid soap to make your life easier.

Eyeglass Cleaner

Are you fed up with dirty and foggy glasses? Create an eyeglasses cleaner. You need to mix one part of water, with one part rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle. Then add a drop of Dawn dish soap. That’s it!

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Eyeglass Cleaner

Remove Oil Stains from Driveway

Dawn dish soap is the best solution to remove oil from any surface. If you had an oil leak on your driveway, don’t worry. Scratch the stain with a brush, and add a bit of soap. Then rinse it with water.

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Clean Windows

Cleaning windows with dish soap is the sweet secret of all cleaning companies. Swap expensive detergents for the Dawn dish soap to perfectly clean glass. It’s going to leave your windows shiny and smudge free.

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Tool Degreaser

Oil and grease often appear on the tools. Although they seem hard to clean, Dawn dish soap is all you need to make them look like new. Mix a tablespoon of soap with a gallon of water to instantly remove dirt.

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Grill Cleaner

Dish soap is great to get rid of oil and grease from any surface, even those as problematic as a grill. Pour water into a bucket, add one or two drops of soap and soak it for 10-15 minutes. Scrub and rinse.

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Homemade Bubbles

Preparing bubbles by yourself is fun, and it helps you save money. Just get six cups of water, a cup of Dawn, 1/4 cup of corn syrup, and a container. Mix water with dish soap, add syrup, and enjoy!

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Grout Cleaner For Tile

Cleaning grout is the worst, but this trick could help you: warm a cup of vinegar in the microwave for one minute and add it, along with one tablespoon of Dawn, into a spray bottle. Shake it and start cleaning.

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Create a Cold Compress Bag

Put water with a bit of Dawn dish soap into a zip bag and freeze it. You will get a compress that is cold but not solid. It is perfect for wrapping problematic areas, such as knees, or elbows.

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Fix Your Hair Color

If you dyed your hair at home and got a bit over the top with the darkness of the color, don’t worry. Add dish soap to your shampoo. After a few showers, your hair is going to have a perfect shade.

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Carpet Cleaner

Carpet cleaning can be expensive. This is why you should first try this method: mix two ounces of hydrogen peroxide with one ounce of dish soap. Spray the problematic area and rub with a brush. Your carpet is going to be like new.

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Remove Soap Scum

To get rid of soap scum from your bathtub, pour Dawn dish soap on dirty areas and let it soak overnight. Rinse it the next day and enjoy a perfectly clean surface—all of this without destroying the material.

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Wash Your Car

You don’t need to take your car to the car wash to make it perfectly clean. To get a shiny surface, mix a tablespoon of Dawn dish soap with a gallon of water, and then clean your car with a soft sponge.

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Unclog Your Toilet

In the case of a clogged toilet, don’t rush to call a plumber. First, try this bulletproof method: as a dish soap can break down oils, a mix of hot water and Dawn can flush away a clog.

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Homemade Repellent

If you have a problem with insects, you don’t have to buy special repellent. Mix one spoon of hydrogen peroxide, mouthwash, and Dawn dish soap in a spray bottle. Spray the area, let it sit for 15 minutes, and then rinse.

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Brush Cleaner

Oils and hair products often build upon brushes or combs. You should regularly clean them to keep them hygienic. Fill your sink with hot water and add a bit of dish soap. Let them soak and then rinse with water.

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DIY De-Icer

Icy stoops and sidewalks can be really dangerous. To not break your leg, mix a teaspoon of dish soap with a tablespoon of rubbing alcohol and a half-gallon of warm water. Pour this mixture on the stoop to prevent re-freezing.

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Non-Toxic Pest Repellent

If insects attack your garden, Dawn dish soap is a great non-toxic solution. Mix water with a few drops of dish soap in a spray bottle. Then sprinkle it on the plants. It is the best solution for spider mites and aphids.

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Flea Medication

Flea medication can irritate your dog’s skin. Instead of spending extra money, prepare a warm bath with a cup of Dawn dish soap. Let your dog soak for five minutes, then scrub it and remove fleas with a comb.

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Solve Problem of Oily Face

If your face skin is oily, you don’t have to invest in expensive cosmetics. Few drops of dish soap mixed with warm water can help in your daily routine. Remember to rinse your face with a lot of water after use.

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Get Rid of Fleas from Your House

If your pet had fleas, most probably, they already live in your carpets. Using a 16-ounce spray bottle with water and a tablespoon of dish soap can help you get rid of them. Sprinkle your carpet, leave for a while, and then vacuum.

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Wall and Floor Cleaner

After a while, the floors and walls can get filthy. What you need to make them look new, is a mix of a teaspoon of Dawn, one teaspoon of ammonia, and half a cup of Borax, to two gallons of warm water.

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Insects Prevention

To prevent your house plants from insects, prepare a mixture of a drop of Dawn dish soap with a bit of water. Shake them in a spray bottle, and regularly sprinkle leaves of your plants to keep them safe.

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Stain Remover

Pour greasy food on your brand new T-shirt or favorite dress? Don’t worry. Dish soap can help with this. Prepare a mix of two tablespoons of Dawn, two spoons of vinegar, and warm water. Pour on stains to dissolve them.

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Daily Shampoo

Using Dawn dish soap instead of shampoo daily is a good solution if you have greasy hair. A few drops of Dawn mixed with water are enough to keep your hair fresh and allow you to save money on shampoo.

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Fireplace Cleaner

Stuck-on soot on fireplace bricks doesn’t look great. To get rid of it quickly, prepare a paste made of equal part of Morton salt, and dish soap, mixed with water. 10 minutes is enough to make your fireplace look like new!

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Paint Remover

It doesn’t matter if you are an artist or a wall painter, dish soap is all you need to remove paint from your body. Pour Dawn on the stained area, let it dry, and then wash it with warm water.

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Clean Car Wheels

After a while of using a car, wheels can get very dirty. To make them look brand new, mix a few drops of dish soap with a bucket of water and clean wheels with a sponge.

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Find a Hole

Finding a hole in a tire can be challenging. To make your life easier, combine a few drops of dish soap with water, and brush your tire with this mixture. Little bubbles should appear where the air is leaking.

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Prevent Yeast Infection

If you ever had a yeast infection, you know how unpleasant they can be. To prevent the yeast from spreading, drop Dawn dish soap your underwear, scrub it with water, and throw it in the washing machine.

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Insect Prevention

Dawn is great to get rid of insects from your house, but it can also prevent them from entering your apartment. Put a line of dish soap around doors and on thresholds to catch ants before they even get inside.

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A Perfect Manicure

If you love painting your nails, this solution is right for you. Put your fingers in the bowl with warm water and drop of Dawn liquid soap to soften cuticles and remove oil. After that, your nails are ready for polish!

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Kids’ Pool Cleaner

After the summer season, the plastic swimming pool your kid uses can get very nasty. You should avoid unhealthy bleach. Instead, wash it with a sponge and a bit of dish soap. After a while, it is going to shine!

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Poison Ivy Remedy

Poison ivy rashes can be hard to heal when the blisters’ oil moves to other areas of your skin. As you know, Dawn dish soap is excellent with oils. Wash the affected skin with it to avoid oil spreading.

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Swimming Pool Cleaner

You already know that Dawn is excellent at cleaning the kids’ pool, but you can also use it to wash bigger pools. Pour dish soap into the water to make all dirt move to the edges and make cleaning easier.

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Squeaky Door Lubricant

A squeaky door can be very annoying, but you can fix it faster than you think. Just put a few drops of dish soap on hinges and regain your peace and quiet. Dawn not only cleans, but it also lubricates.

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Tree Savior

You already know the magic mixture against insects: one gallon of water, plus one spoon of Dawn. You can also use it to save your trees from aphids. Sprinkle the mixture on your plants, leave for 15 minutes, and rinse with water.

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Diapers Help

If you are a pro-eco mom or dad, you have, for sure, swapped Pampers for cloth diapers. They are great for the environment but nasty to clean. To make it easier, add few drops of dish soap to your laundry. That helps a lot!

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Jewelry Cleaner

Liquid soap is a perfect solution for tarnished jewelry. Cleaning your earrings, rings, or other jewelry in a mixture of seven parts of water, one part ammonia, and few drops of liquid soap can give them a new life.

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Kitchen Floor Wash

The kitchen floor can get very greasy. To remove old oily stains and footsteps, cover the floor with a thin layer of Dawn liquid soap. Leave it overnight. The next morning use a mop to wash the floor with water.

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Life-Saving Cleaner

Dawn liquid soap can save a life – literally. Animal rescuers use it after an oil spill. It can remove grease without hurting animals’ skin or birds’ feathers. It is also biodegradable and safe for the environment.

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DIY Ice Pack

One of the best uses for Dawn dish soap is quite useful. If you find yourself in a pinch and in need of an ice pack, simply fill a resealable bag with the soap and water and stick it into the freezer. The soap will prevent the water for completely solidifying, so the ice pack will be malleable and perfect for icing aching joints.

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Clean Brake Dust From Wheels

Dawn dish soap is known for its ability to easily cut right through grease, it’s a safe cleaning agent to use on your car. Mix together a bit of the soap with water and you can sponge down your car’s wheels in order to get a great and gentle clean.

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Guide Cables Through Conduits

Everyone knows that guiding cables through small spaces is a very tough task. You can ease this difficulty using a spray bottle filled with a bit of Dawn dish soap and water. Spray a bit on the cable before putting it through the conduit. This will help make sure the cable smoothly travels all the way through.

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Makeup Sponge Cleaner

It is of utmost importance to keep your makeup sponges and brushes clean, and one of the simplest way to do so is with Dawn soap. Mix two cups of warm water and one to two drops of soap and then soap the sponges in the solution for about 30 minutes. Rise and repeat until they’re fully clean. Allow the sponges to dry fully before using them again.

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Prevent Bathroom Mirror Fog

You know how it goes: after a hot shower, your mirror is rendered unusable for at least 10 minutes due to the steam that’s covered it all up. You can circumvent this whole situation by mixing a little bit of Dawn soap in water and applying it onto the mirror. The film will prevent the fog from sticking to it.

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Help Eczema

Eczema is a skin condition that plagues many people. While there is still no clear cause for this condition, many swear by washing their skin with Dawn soap. You can try it out and see that if it helps. Always consult with a doctor before trying any skin treatment regimen.

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Clean Tree Sap Off

Anyone who works outdoors chopping wood knows how annoying it is to get tree sap and how difficult it is to get off. Dawn dish soap is the answer! It will cut right through the pesky tree sap.

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Remove Makeup Stains

Ever take off your shirt only to nice annoying marks left from makeup? Whether it’s some foundation or a colorful lipstick, don’t despair. Using Dawn dish soap as a pre-stain treatment can help you remove those smeared-on makeup stains.

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Unstick Gum From Hair

Every once in a while, kids (or even adults) get gum stuck in their hair. You might think you have to cut it out of the hair, but before you get out those shears, first try using some Dawn dish soap. Rub it onto the spot and easily lift the gum out the hair.

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Clean Patio Furniture

Every once in a while, it’s important to wash your outdoor patio furniture. There’s no need to buy any specialty cleaner, simply use some Dawn soap, scrub the furniture down, and hose off the soapy residue. Good as new!

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Catch Fruit Flies

If you’re finding a lot of annoying fruit flies zooming around your home, you might start pulling your hair out. Don’t fuss! You can create a solution using some white vinegar and Dawn soap. They flies will be attracted to the vinegar and the soap will trap them.

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Clean Pool Filter

Dawn soap is a great pool cleaning solution, but it’s also fantastic for cleaning your pool filter as well. Soak the filter in a solution made up of water, Dawn soap, and baking soda. Let it sit for a bit, then thoroughly rinse it before placing it back in its place.

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Clean Kitchen Cabinets

Tired of that film of grease that always seems to coat your kitchen cabinets? You can easily get rid of this grime by mixing Dawn soap with some water in a spray bottle. Spray the cabinets and wipe them down with a damp cloth. Then dry them with a dry cloth, and your cabinets are grease-free!

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Remove Sweat Marks

If you find a gross sweat mark strain around the collars or armpits of your shirts, you can easily treat it with Dawn soap. Mix some soap with hydrogen peroxide and baking soda and use it as a stain treatment. Wash your shirt and it’ll be as good as new.

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Clean Your Delicates

It’s always a good idea to hand wash your delicates rather than throwing it in the washing machine. You also don’t need to invest in any fancy detergents. If you’re ever out of your regular detergent, you can absolutely use Dawn dish soap as a replacement.

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DIY Cleaning Bomb

You’ve heard of bath bombs, but what about a cleaning bomb? Mix together a little bit of liquid soap, citric acid, and baking soda. Mix well and mold the mixture into an ice cube tray. Once it’s fully frozen, take one out and toss it into the toilet. Watch the magic fizz clean your toilet immediately.

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Loosen Up Tight Ring

Sometimes rings that once fit us suddenly become too tight, whether it’s due to a significant change in the weather or if your body changes. If you find that your ring is stuck on your finger and won’t budge, rub some Dawn dish soap on it and wash your hands, it will help you be able to slip the ring off.

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Naturally Kill Weeds

No need to spray any nasty chemicals around your garden. Mix together a teaspoon of Dawn soap, a cup of epsom salt, and a gallon of distilled white vinegar. Pour the mixture into a spray bottle and use it as needed in order to kill weeds.

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DIY Tie Dye Art

This one is perfect for the kids. Mix together milk and a few drops of food coloring on a plate or on some paper. Next, dip a cotton swab into Dawn dish soap and dip the swab in the center of the plate of food coloring. It looks absolutely amazing!

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Blender Cleaner

Sick of stuck-on smoothie residue sticking to the bottom of your blender? Here’s another great use of Dawn dish soap. Add some soap into the blender and add some warm water until the blender is a quarter full. Turn on the blender and watch the residue fly off. Rinse well and you’re done!

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