5 Things To Do with ASA

An ASA (acetylsalicylic acid) a day...well, you've heard the saying, and probably already know about the healing powers of this little white pill. But did you know it can also heal the hair and skin care troubles that ail you, and even give your car a boost? So take two...and try these surprising uses for ASA.

From: Extraordinary Uses for Ordinary Things, Reader's Digest Canada

Control dandruff

If your dandruff problem is getting you down, keep it in check by crushing 2 ASAs into a fine powder and adding it to the normal amount of shampoo you usually use. Leave the mixture on for 1 to 2 minutes, then rinse well and wash again with plain shampoo.

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