You've probably found these little packages in new shoe boxes or vitamin packs. They are packets of silica gel (the packets are found inside shoe boxes, bags, electronic products) and they can be used anywhere where moisture is a problem. Store them in an airtight container, away from children and pets, and find below 10+ valuable ways you can use these packets.
In the kitchen
*Silica gel packets protect vitamins from moisture damage. Place a small packet in the place where you store your vitamins, even after the vitamins are gone.
*Place a small gel pack in the place where you keep dry food, pet food and crunchy products.
In the closet
*Place a few silica gel packets on the bottom of your clothes. This prevents the absorption of moisture from wet clothes or towels.
*A packet of silica gel will help dry wet shoes or boots.
Around the house
*Reduce humidity on windows by placing a pack of silica gel on the windowsill. (Remember to keep away from children and pets).
*Help dry a non-waterproof cell phone by placing it in a sealed bag with several silica gel packets.
*Protect important documents and photos from moisture with a pack of silica gel inside the case or where you keep your files.
*Box of paper memories from photos or notebooks? Packs of silica gel placed in the same container will absorb the moisture.
*Store silica gel packets with your tools to help prevent rust and damage.
*Place some gel packs in the place where you keep your medicine. Silica gel packs will help reduce moisture.
*Keep razors from moisture damage by storing them in a sealed container with a silica gel packet.
*Placing a few packets of silica gel between the dashboard and windshield in the car will help minimize steam.
When you travel
*Keep suitcases dry by putting a packet of silica gel in each one.
*Throw a few packets of silica gel in a bag if you can't dry the bathing suit before packing.
