30+ Uses For Mayo You Probably Didn’t Know About
By Milli
2 years ago
1. Get sticky chewing gum out of hair
Image Source/ The MirrorIt's happened to the best of us! And what an inconvenience it is. If you rub a small amount of mayo onto the affected part of the hair, it will soften the gum so it should be easier to remove! This method doesn't need scissors which saves you the embarrassment of that awkward tuft of hair for a few months while it regrows.2. Soothe your sunburn
Image Source/ BuzzFeedDid you forget to put suncream on? We've all been there. Well now you don't need to pay over the odds for lotion. Mayonnaise contains egg yolk and oil. Both of these ingredients can help soothe your sunburnt skin! It's smooth texture and cold temperature from the fridge will be soothing for the pain.3. Get your household plants shining
Image Source/ Bob VilaYou must always give your plant babies the best treatment! Well turns out you might have been missing a trick. Mayonnaise, of course! A microfibre cloth paired with a little mayo and get to work. They will be polished and shining in no time! Everyone who visits will be asking how you keep them looking so healthy.4. DIY Head Lice Remedy
Image Source/ Raising Children NetworkMayonnaise, would you believe, is a great natural head lice remedy! Using it as a scalp treatment will kill the head lice. Apply a layer over your head at bed time, cover with a shower cap and sleep. Wash thoroughly in the morning and problem solved!5. Bake an amazing chocolate cake
Image Source/ RedditIf you're clued up about the hack of putting oil in your cake to make it more tender, then you NEED to add this trick to your notes too. Adding mayonnaise to your chocolate cake! It will make it so moist you will never bake without it again! The lemon juice in your mayonnaise really makes the chocolate flavour pop.6. Loosen tight rings
Image Source/ ImgurMayonnaise strikes again! Or more accurately, the oil it includes does. There is no longer any need to panic when you can't get your rings off. Just grab some mayonnaise from your fridge and coat your rings. They should slide right off! See... no need to panic.7. Especially Creamy Frosting
Image Source/ Liv For CakeWant to know how to make your cake frosting extra creamy? You need to add some mayonnaise! Add just a dab to your next batch of frosting and I promise it will change your cake game forever! Everyone will be asking you for your recipe or requesting you bake their next birthday cake!8. Keep your piano keys sparkling
Image Source/ WikipediaAccording to music experts, the bacteria found in mayonnaise helps clean the yellowed ivory piano keys. It is a gentle cleaner, so won't be too abrasive on your favourite piano! Make sure you buff it with a dry cloth afterwards. And yes, this is a real thing!9. The best grilled cheese ever
Image Source/ Bobby BoydThe crust on a grilled cheese is what makes it great. Did you know you can use mayonnaise to create the crispiest, tastiest crust on your grilled cheese sandwich? Dip your bread in the mayo before adding to the hot pan, but remember to go full fat! Light mayo won't crisp up the same.10. No more squeaky hinges
Image Source/ ThriftyFunNo more WD40! Use the mayonnaise from your fridge to fix your squeaky door hinges. Plus, save a bit of money on the way! Slather the hinge with mayo, open and shut it a few times then wipe away. Problem solved. No more annoying, squeaky hinges!11. Keep your chicken breasts moist
Image Source/ Fit Foodie FindsThanks to the acid from the lemon juice, if you cover your chicken breasts in mayonnaise, it will keep your chicken moist while it cooks and make them unbelievably tender to eat! Think of all the recipes you can try this on. Oven baked, slow cooked, grilled... the lot!12. Removing those annoying, sticky price tags...
Image Source/ TwitterHow annoying is it when you buy a nice, new vase for your house and you can't get the sticky price tag off!? Or when you're trying to reuse a tupperware! Mayonnaise is a smart hack you need to learn. The oil in the mayo helps remove the sticky residue. Let it sit for a few minutes then wipe it off.13. Polish your silver jewellery
Image Source/ ShaadivaaleThere are lots of home remedies for cleaning your silver jewellery, but I bet you haven't heard this one before. Mayonnaise! The acid from the lemon juice and the vinegar will remove tarnish quickly and add a lovely shine to all your favourite jewellery.14. Making Pancakes
Image Source/ All RecipesWant to wow your other half with some INSANELY fluffy pancakes!? Well you need the secret ingredient...mayonnaise! Add two or three tablespoons to your pancake batter and get to work. Serve as you normally would with your choice of toppings. You would never know the difference!15. Condition your hair
Image Source/ The XplorionMayonnaise is a natural moisturiser for your hair! The egg yolk involved is rich in fats and proteins so is great nourishment for your hair. The oil seals in the moisture so it lasts for longer. Use it like you would any other conditioner! Let it work for 20 minutes then rinse.16. Bread crumb your fish
Image Source/ Food.comThe infuriating task of getting your bread crumbs to stick! You should try using mayonnaise as a binder! It doesn't matter how you're cooking it, but layer up your fish with mayo before bread crumbing and you will get the best results! This will change your cooking game completely!17. Remove watermarks from wood
Image Source/ Sometimes HomemadeFor all you clean freaks out there, I'm going to bet you haven't tried this one! Next time you notice those nuisance watermarks on your wood furniture, try this trick. Rub some mayo on the mark, let it rest for a few hours and then wipe. The moisture in the mayo displaces the moisture in the wood and allows you to get rid of it!18. Get rid of crayon marks
Image Source/ Reader's DigestDo you have kids that think they're budding artists? White walls they have decorated with colourful crayon drawings? The oils in the mayonnaise are great for breaking down crayon marks, so you can dab a bit on the marks, leave it for a few hours and then wipe it away. Et Voila!19. A homemade facial
Image Source/ All RecipesDon't want to spend all your money on expensive face treatments and moisturisers? Well look no further than your own fridge. Add this step into your next pamper night and you won't regret it. It may not have the spa like scent you're after, but it will definitely do the trick.20. Wipe away fingerprints
Image Source/ Home Stories A to ZStainless steel shows up all marks, especially greasy fingerprints! A little mayonnaise on a microfibre cloth can work miracles on those fingerprints marks! They will disappear from all your stainless steel appliances in no time. Best of all, it's an all natural remedy with no chemicals involved!21. Mayonnaise Biscuits!
Image Source/ All RecipesSounds weird, right? You can make super easy, savoury biscuits using mayonnaise! Mix it with flour and milk and bake for around 30 minutes! Some people also recommend adding some parmesan or onion powder for a bit of extra flavour. Don't they sound delicious!22. Cuticle cream
Image Source/ Get The GlossA good idea for your next girls night... Homemade cuticle cream! Try soaking your nails in a dish of mayo before you do your manicure. The mayonnaise will moisturise and soften your cuticles meaning your nails will be even stronger than before with all the added protein.23. Make perfect potatoes
Image Source/ DelishPotatoes are great in all forms. But potatoes with mayo are even greater. Try tossing potatoes with mayonnaise and seasoning, then grill them! The mayonnaise helps the potatoes retain their moisture, so when they cook they're nice and crispy on the outside but soft on the inside!24. Clean up your car
Image Source/ Smart MotoristHow infuriating when you're trying to clean your car and you're scrubbing and scrubbing at all the tar and sap, but it just won't budge! Well we are here to save the day. If you cover the tar and sap with a thick layer of mayo and leave for a few minutes, it should wipe clean off with a cloth!25. Remove dead skin
Image Source/ Chick AdvisorUse your regular, store bought mayo on the rough patches of your skin and you'll be amazed at what a difference it makes. Dab it on, leave for 10 minutes then rinse. Doing this will soften and remove dead skin from your elbows, or your feet or anywhere else you put it.26. Your very own ice cream
Image Source/ InstructablesNope, we are NOT joking. Don't knock it until you've tried it! It's definitely a unique flavour, but the texture is to die for! Luxurious and creamy, what more could you want? Mix it with cream, milk, sugar and egg yolks to get your concoction. Then you will need an ice cream maker to finish it off. We thoroughly recommend trying this one!27. Unstick your grilled fish
Image Source/ Food Fire FriendsSick of your fish sticking to the grates when you're grilling? Well we can help you there! Slather your fish in a layer of mayo before grilling and it will stop it sticking! It sticks to the fish nicely but also enriches the flavour, so a win win! Your guests will all be wanting your secret recipe when they have tried this!28. Remove your embarrassing bumper stickers
Image Source/ Car AdviseCringing at that sticker you once stuck on your bumper? We can tell you've tried to scratch it off, but not without injury to your paintwork. Well, we bet you wish you would have known this earlier. If you rub some mayonnaise over the sticker and let it sit for a few minutes, it will dissolve the sticky residue and your sticker will wipe clean off!29. Mexican sweet corn
Image Source/ Rachel Ray ShowHave you ever tried Mexican sweet corn? If you haven't then you won't know that mayonnaise is a key ingredient. You can make it on the cob or you can simplify it and make it in a dish in the oven like a pasta bake! This super creamy concoction will be a staple at all your BBQs from now on.30. Alfredo sauce
Image Source/ Red RecipesYou can't beat an Alfredo sauce. An absolute staple on the weekly menu. But what happens when you run out of cream? Well we can let you in on a little secret... Mayonnaise is a great substitute! It may alter the flavour slightly but it keeps its same creamy texture and we are confident no one will be complaining!31. Make The Perfect 'Green' Summer Dressing
Image Source / Reader's DigestGuacamole is a number one dip choice for the summer (and any other time of year, come to that) but you can up your dip game using mayo. Combine avocados, green onion, parsley, basil, lime juice and garlic mayo (or normal mayo, if you prefer it). The result is the perfect dip!32. Create A White Barbecue Sauce Alternative
Image Source / Barbeque Smoker RecipesWhen you think of barbeque sauce, you might not think of mayo - or white. But Alabama white barbecue sauce with tasty mayo is just as smokey and just as creamy as the red alternative - and you might even prefer it!33. Make Some Delicious Lemon Bars
Image Source / RedditLemon surprise bars are a delicious sweet treat, but mayo might be the secret ingredient you're looking for. To perfect the light and crispy crust, you can combine a 3/4 cup of mayo with flour and sugar for your next batch.34. Get Those Stickers Off Your Wall
Image Source / Reader's DigestIf you're in a rental property and need to make sure your walls are clean and bare when you leave - or maybe you've just changed your mind about those once-quirky stickers - you can use mayo to help get rid of the sticky residue. Get as much of the sticker off as you can yourself, and then apply a thick layer of mayo to what's left. Leave it for a few minutes, then rub away!35. Treat Cracked And Dry Skin On Elbows Or Knees
Image Source / Medical News TodayWe all know how annoying it is to get that dry skin on elbows and knees, but mayo can take care of that. The natural moisturising properties mean you can apply as a conditioning treatment by rubbing on the rough patches and letting it soak in for about 10 minutes.36. Or Use To Fix Those Cracked Heels!
Image Source / DermNetCracked heels are another dry skin nightmare, but mayo as a moisturiser is here to save the day. Rub a generous amount onto your cracked heels as a foot treatment and let it settle before rubbing away. (Make sure not to forget you have it on and start walking around the house!).
37. Remove Grease From Your Hands
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This one's handy if you work with cars all day and get a lot of grease or oil on your hands. But mayo is good for anything stubborn which soap and water is having trouble getting off. You can apply mayo to yours hands instead to get off those tough stains.
38. Get Rid Of Gum From Your Shoe
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We've had mayo as a great gum-remover for your child's hair (or your hair, accidents can happen after all) but it's also ideal for removing gum from, well, anything really. If you happen to tread in some gum on the street (ew) you can let mayo take care of that when you get back home by applying the mayo to your shoe.
39. Fix Those Cracks In Your Furniture
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If you've sadly caused, or found, cracks in your precious wooden furniture, never fear - mayo can help with that too. If you have small cracks, fill them with mayo and leave it overnight. This will cause the wood to swell and hopefully the crack will then be unnoticeable. You can then wipe away the mayo residue!
40. Treat Those Minor Burns
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If you turn on the hot tap instead of the cold or pick up a too-hot coffee mug, mayo can help to ease minor burns as well as that pesky sun burn. Just apply a layer of mayo onto the burn (after running under cold water, of course) and let the soothing moisturising properties do the rest.
41. Give Your Light Switches Some Spring Cleaning
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Your light switches see a lot of dirt and grime all day every day when fingers and germs are constantly switching them on or off - or maybe young children just want to get their sticky fingers all over them for no reason. Mayonnaise can help clean light switches and get rid of that grime.
42. Clean Your Outdoor Furniture
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Whether you want your outdoor furniture to look sparkling clean for the rest of summer, or if you want to give them a clean before you pack them away, all you need is a jar of mayo. Simply use a sponge and some mayo to clean away the dirt and grime and then rinse away when you're done!
43. Tidy Up Paint Splashes
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Whether you've recently been decorating or maybe you paint for a hobby, paint splashes can always happen - and they're the worst. For easy clean up, use a small amount of mayo - this will loosen up the paint and make it a lot easier to clean up.
44. Treat Those Scratches On Your Wooden Floors
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Wooden floors are a breeding ground for pesky scratches, especially if you don't have a 'no shoes in the house rule', so scratches are inevitable. You can tackle these in the same way as cracks and scratches on wooden furniture - by using mayo to fill them in and then leaving overnight.
45. Prevent Cloudy Wood
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Cloudy wood happens when moisture gets trapped underneath the finish before it can fully harden, which gives it that cloudy appearance. To fix this, you can spread mayonnaise over the surface and let it soak overnight. Then simply wipe away in the morning!
46. Exfoliate Your Skin
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As well as using as a moisturiser for your skin, you can also use mayo as a homemade exfoliating scrub. Mix mayonnaise together with sugar to use as a scrub to buff away dead skin cells. And you'll also be moisturising while you're there, so it's a win win!
47. Make Yourself A Face Mask
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If you're more of a face mask let-it-sit kinda person, then you can get all the benefits of the moisturisation or the exfoliating scrub as a face mask instead. Apply your mayo treatment to your face and let it sit for a while before cleaning away.
48. Clean Away Tree Sap
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Tree sap can be difficult to clean away if you get it on your skin, clothes or even on your car. But once again, mayo can help with that! Just like grime and oil, it can also help to clean away tree sap. Simply rub a layer of mayo on and wipe away.
49. DIY Massage Cream
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Because of the benefits as a moisturiser for the skin, you could also use it as a quick massage cream, especially if you want to give your face a boost. Because it's a great hair conditioner too, if you're already putting it in your hair for that reason, you could use for lubricant while head massaging, too!
50. Clean Away Water Spots On Leather
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Whether it's a leather bag, leather jacket or your leather couch, mayo can help with water spots. You can use a mix of dish soap, rubbing alcohol and mayonnaise and apply to wherever you have a stain problem.
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