12 Things to Do with Banana Peel Instead of Throwing Them Away!

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How to use:
Rub the inside of a banana peel on tarnished silver or dull leather, then buff with a soft cloth.

4. 💎 Whiten Your Teeth (Naturally)
Some people swear by banana peels for a natural teeth-whitening trick.

How to use:
Rub the inside of a banana peel on your teeth for about 1–2 minutes. Rinse and brush as usual. The minerals in the peel may help remove surface stains over time.

5. 🧖‍♀️ Soothing Skin Treatment
Banana peels contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties — great for skin!

Try it for:

Bug bites
Acne
Minor skin irritation
Puffy under-eyes
How to use:
Gently rub the inside of the peel on the affected area and leave it on for 10–15 minutes before rinsing.

6. 🍽️ Tenderize Meat
Banana peels can help keep meat moist and tender when cooking.

How to use:
Place a banana peel over meat while roasting or grilling. It acts like a natural moisture barrier — especially great for chicken and pork!

7. 🧼 Make a DIY Banana Peel Vinegar
Great for cleaning or even as a base for salad dressings!

How to use:
Ferment chopped banana peels with sugar and water in a jar for 2–3 weeks. Strain and use as a natural cleaner or mild fruit-flavored vinegar.

8. 🌻 Compost Booster
Banana peels break down quickly and help enrich compost with essential nutrients.

How to use:
Chop and toss them directly into your compost bin. They’ll help heat up the pile and improve decomposition.

9. 🧴 Natural Face Mask
Brighten and soften skin with this banana-based DIY mask.
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