Surprising use for mayonnaise you probably haven't tried (2024)

Mayonnaise isn’t just for sandwiches! The popular condiment can also come in handy around the house.

If you’ve ever had trouble getting a stubborn sticker removed from glass, plastic or anything else ‘ mayo is going to make your lifea little bit easier.

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The oil in the mayonnaise works to break down the sticky residue in a matter of minutes.

Here’s what you do: Apply mayo to the sticky surface, wait 15 minutes and then wipe it off using a dry cloth. Repeat this process if necessary.

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While removing a sticker from my laptop computer, I found that it was best to use a paper towel or cloth to rub clean with a circular motion.

The magic of mayo also helped me get this price tag off a glass candle:

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