How to recycle eggshells?

The French consume an average of 224 eggs per person every year. Omelettes, fried eggs or poached eggs... once we've enjoyed them, we often throw the shells in the garbage can. 

Rather than throwing away your eggshells, why not give them a second life? Whether at home or in the garden, there are many ways to use them.

So how do you recycle eggshells?

5 ways to recycle eggshells 

Say goodbye to waste and hello to zero waste! Discover 5 economical and ecological ways to reuse eggshells.

👸 A natural scrub

Make eggshells part of your beauty routine! Turn your eggshells into a natural exfoliating scrub.

To create a body scrub, grind your shells into a powder and mix with a little water or honey. The latter will help remove dead cells, leaving your skin softer.

For a nourishing face mask, mix eggshell powder with egg white or aloe vera gel. Apply the mixture to your face, leave to dry, then rinse off with clear water. Your skin will be luminous.

🥄 A cleaner

A natural and effective abrasive, eggshells are ideal for scouring encrusted dishes. Say goodbye to stubborn stains (burnt food, tea, coffee, etc.) and limescale!

Crush your eggshells and mix with water and soap or washing-up liquid. Use this mixture with a sponge or brush to effectively clean stubborn residues from pots, pans and other kitchen utensils.

Eggshells don't just remove dirt: they also restore the shine and cleanliness of your dishes. To do this, crush some eggshells and mix with white vinegar. This duo works effectively to make your dishes shine.

Ceercle little tip Ceercle they are very handy for cleaning the bottom of vases and carafes that are difficult to reach. Put the crushed shells and white vinegar inside and shake vigorously!

🧼 A stain remover

Did you know? You can use eggshells to remove stains and bleach your laundry.

For stain removal, blend the shells to a fine powder. Apply to your stains and add a little hot water. Leave for about an hour before washing as usual. Shell powder absorbs dirt!

To bleach, place a few eggshells and a slice of lemon in a small net or cloth pouch, then add them directly to your washing machine. A simple, natural way to revive the whiteness of your laundry.

🌱 A zero-waste, biodegradable seedling pot

Eggshells are an excellent alternative for planting seeds without plastic! 

How to proceed?

1. Break your eggs, keeping the base of each shell relatively intact.
2. Drill a small hole in the bottom of the shell to allow excess water to drain away when watering.
3. Fill the shell halfway with potting soil, then sow one or more seeds.
4. Place the shells in an empty egg carton to keep them upright.
5. Water regularly and wait until the first shoots appear.

Once the seedlings are ready, you can plant the shell directly in your garden or in a larger pot. As it decomposes, it will gradually release its nutrients and help your seedlings to thrive.

♻️ An asset to compost

Add your eggshells to the compost, they improve its quality!

• They help aerate it.
• They help to balance the pH. Alkaline, they neutralize the acidity of other waste products.

To facilitate decomposition, crush your shells before composting.

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