Don’t let a single drop go to waste.

Fortunately, you don’t have to chug it all or pour it down the drain.

Freeze the Milk

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The simplest way to make use of leftover milk?

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Save it for later.

Milk has moisturizing properties, and the lactic acid can help exfoliate your skin.

(The pilot light will keep it just warm enough.)

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Whip Up a Milkshake or Smoothie

Who doesn’t love a frozen drink?

Check your freezer and fridge for fruit or ice cream, and treat yourself.

Add turmeric and spices for golden milk, craft amilk tea,ormake your own chaiwith warming spices.

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All you need are a few additional ingredients you probably have on handsalt and lemon juice.

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Milk for Sunburns

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