8 ways to reuse your coffee grounds.

Sustainable cosmetics

Yes, it’s true ‒ you can make all kinds of beauty products from coffee grounds! A peel, a hair treatment, a refreshing eye cream... these home-made products are easy to make and very healthy. Caffeine is thought to be fantastic for battling cellulite, fighting toxins and ensuring naturally radiant hair.

A gardener’s best friend

Full of vital nutrients, coffee grounds are a wonderful cheap fertilizer for many plants. Dried grounds can either be mixed directly into the soil or sprinkled around your plants. Tip: It’s also a great addition to your compost bin!

Transforming old into new

You’d never think it, but coffee grounds are great for hiding scratches on dark wood furniture. Mix with a tiny bit of water and olive oil, then apply gently with a sponge to see the results.

Household all-rounder

Coffee grounds work like scouring agents – only without the chemicals! Put the remains of your breakfast coffee to good use removing stubborn dirt from pots, pans and ovens. Add a bit of water to the grounds and apply to kitchen worktops with a sponge ‒ it works wonders. But remember: this method is not suitable for light surfaces!

Coffee dye

Great news for all DIY fans: dye your paper, your fabrics and even your Easter eggs with coffee – it’s the natural approach! If you’re after a more intense color, use a bigger quantity of coffee and choose a strong roast for a darker effect. To dye materials or give old clothes a new lease of life, mix your coffee grounds into a paste with a few spoonfuls of water, and then apply directly to the material. Hey presto! A wonderful natural shade.

Bye-bye, pests

Wasps, ants, snails or even next door’s curious cat: send them all packing with your recycled coffee grounds. Because these little beasties have one thing in common – they can’t stand the smell of coffee. Sprinkling dried coffee dregs is not only an effective non-toxic remedy, it’s also a sustainable way of keeping pests and vermin at bay.

Coffee aroma

Coffee has a wonderful ability to neutralize unpleasant odors. Whether as an air purifier for cupboards, the fridge, your car, to combat stinky shoes or get unwanted smells off your hands after cooking – a handful of coffee grounds does the trick.

Your own coffee-scented soap

Considering a home-made gift for your loved ones? How about a natural soap made with coffee grounds? All you need is water, sodium hydroxide and a vegetable oil (olive oil, coconut oil, almond oil or similar). The internet is awash with sites offering step-by-step guides and recipes.

So the next time you enjoy your Salted Caramel Latte, afternoon espresso or morning mocha don't throw away your coffee grounds but give them a second life!

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