Good to the last drop
The trick(s) to squezzing every bit out of that container

How annoying is it to reach for your favorite face cleanser and find the bottle empty? Is it really? Or is there a way to get that last bit of cleanser out of that tube and onto your face? The answer is, YES! It is annoying when you KNOW there is an extra squirt left in the tube, bottle, jar, etc., but no matter what and how hard you squeeze – NOTHING! Well, I have the answer…..

I have been known to bang things against the wall trying to get the last drop of my favorite shampoo out of the bottle – Most of the time to no avail, but with bathroom dramatics taking place… My husband rushes into the bathroom as if the walls are falling down and I am trapped under the rubble, “What is going on in here, are you OK what is with all the banging?” I simply shrug my shoulders (in defeat and embarrassment) and explain that I was trying to get the last bit of my favorite shampoo out of the bottle. His answer, “Cathy go buy a new one ” – That answer is not going to work at that particular moment — why explain – he can’t relate! Continue banging and pray you will get just enough to wash your hair and you promise your self that:

A. You will NOT do this again (because you will have a back-up shampoo in the closet)
B. There has to be a solution to getting the last drop out of any container — no matter what! AND you WILL find that answer!

Ladies, does it or does it not feel as if you are throwing good money away when you finally give up and toss a container with even a few drops and or smudges of your favorite shampoo, conditioner, face cream, etc. into the trash can? When you know there is at least one more application in that bottle — and you have been defeated! NOT ANYMORE!

SOME TRICKS I HAVE LEARNED ABOUT SQUEEZING EVERY BIT OUT OF THAT CONTAINER:

SOAPS AND DETERGENTS:
Add a small amount of water or poke a small hole in the bottom corner of the container and allow the contents to drain into a cup or bowl.

TOOTHPASTE:
A TOOTHPASTE SQUEEZER (WHICH IS AVAILABLE ON MY WEBSITE FOR $2.00) works well and is well worth the investment. If that does not interest you, simply cut the tube of toothpaste in half and place in a plastic bag. You will get the extra tooth paste no matter which way you choose.

MAYONNAISE AND PEANUT BUTTER:
Stock up on a set of spatulas in different sizes (easily found at Target, Wallmart,etc) and use a skinny bowl scrapper to get the remnants out of the products in wide mouth containers and simply place in smaller containers.

MOISTURIZERS:
You can use the tooth paste trick on this one too, if it is a tube simply attach the toothpaste squeezer to the end of the tube and you WILL get the very last drop of that moisturizer! As stated in the toothpaste “blurb” you can also cut the tube in half. If the moisturizer is in a pump container, tip it to one side, and take a cotton Q-tip (tongue depressor or cotton swab works well also) and dip into what is left of that moisturizer you are sure to get the remnants and then some.

HONEY OR MOLASSES:
Place the jar into a hot water bath (a trick if you make the water HOT-which will cause the glass bottle to crack, place a metal spoon in the same bowl — it will absorb the heat and prevent the jar from cracking). Let the honey or molasses sit in the bowl for about a minute – After a minute or so remove the Honey or Molasses from the hot water bath — the liquid will flow nicely into the container you are placing it in.

TOMATO PASTE:
FYI – this pertains to other thick, canned products.
Remove both ends of the can and push one end through to the other side. Cut the paste into individual servings and wrap for use when needed – Freeze the extras immediately! ** Date the wrapping, so you know when you wrapped the product** 3 months is my rule of thumb — however remember, “when in doubt — throw it out.”

SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER:
Simply add water and shake — any remnants from either product will shake loose and you have one more day of your favorite shampoo and/or conditioner.** Word to the wise don’t bang the bottle against the wall….who knows what ones loved one may do – ie, rush into the bathroom and question you about the banging when you are already at whits end – never good!

OLIVE OIL:
You can create your own salad dressing right in the bottle by adding vinegar and herbs and shaking well — my husband is always trying new recipes! Don’t be afraid to throw in some of you favorite herbs along with a little bit of salt and pepper. – YOU ARE THE CHEF!…..experiment a bit! My bet is you will find your own favorite dressing by simply experimenting with your favorite herbs…why not try?

If you are not the experimental type and you find you are running out of an olive oil based dressing simply add 1/4 to 1/2 (depending on how much is left in the botlle) to the remaingin dressing – at least enough to get you through dinner that night. ** Remember to add to shopping list**

PAINT:
Again, your spatula will come in handy, use a can opener and cut off the bottom of the can so you can scrape out the paint that has settled to the bottom of the paint can. Place in an air tight container, put the container in your garage or any other storage spot you may have for household items – Great to have for touch ups!

Any ideas send them to me and I will be sure to add then to my next News letter and or Blog.

Looking forward to hearing from you, Warm Personal Regards,

Cathy Mussman
The Bizzy Monkey – Your Personal Concierge Service
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