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It’s always frustrating when you spot a scratch on a mirror or glass.
Not only does it affect your reflection, but can ruin the overall aesthetic.
Mirror and cotton swab next to tube of toothpaste
According to a cleaning urban legend, there is one common household hack that can do the trick toothpaste.
In addition, it also works well to polish the surface clean.
So, can toothpaste really remove scratches on mirrors?
Mirror and cotton swab next to tube of toothpaste
I decided to put it to the test.
Can you remove scratches on a mirror with toothpaste?
Then, I wiped dry with a clean cloth, looking forward to see the magical results.
Rubbing toothpaste on scratch on mirror
However, besides smelling minty fresh, I was deflated to see evidence of the scratch still there.
The only thing I was impressed with though, was how super shiny and streak free the mirror was.
Guess thats a half-win.
Make up mirror with scratch
Whats more, here are11 things you didn’t know you could clean with toothpaste.
This is because toothpaste often contains baking soda, which works to remove dental plaque and stains.
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