Clean Stained Hands After A Messy Paint Job With This Unexpected Bathroom Staple

Undertaking paint-related DIY projects like painting your laminate countertops or applying a fresh coat on your drab walls will help you transform your space without burning a hole in your pocket. However, if you're in the habit of forgoing gloves while painting, you're probably constantly searching for ways to remove stubborn paint from your skin. Not anymore. Simply grab the can of shaving cream in your bathroom and apply it to the stain to get rid of it.

Shaving foam is ideal for cleaning stained hands after a messy paint job because it's made of emulsifiers, surfactants, and cleaning agents. Simply put, these bathroom staples share ingredients with moisturizers and soap, but shaving cream is often even more moisturizing. This means that these gentle cleansers will loosen dried paint from your skin without making it feel dry. The best part, though? You don't have to splurge for the high-end gels. A basic, white-foaming shaving cream is perfect for this hack. So, grab your can and get ready to remove the dried paint stains — unless you're an artist and prefer paint-splattered hands, of course.

Begin by shaking the can of shaving cream to ensure the nozzle sprays a rich foam, not a half-water and half-foam mess. Once you're satisfied, spray a healthy dollop of foam on the stain to cover the area. Now, rub your hands against each other like you would when cleaning them with soap to ensure you cover all the spots. In case you're dealing with a measly stain (or two), just scrub the affected area. In either case, be gentle, as you don't want to harm the skin beneath.

After you're sure the stains are gone, wash your hands with water. If the stains are especially stubborn, you can even leave the foam for a few minutes to let it work its magic and dislodge the paint before rinsing it off. Follow this up by washing your hands with soap and warm water to remove residues. Bonus advantage: If you're wearing any jewelry like rings, shaving foam won't damage the metal or stone or get stuck in its nooks and crannies. Instead, it'll clean the jewelry, too.