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Beyond the Bottle:
10 Unexpected Ways to Use Olive Oil

More Than a Salad Star

At The Bodacious Shops, we take our olive oil seriously—but never too seriously. While it’s divine drizzled over heirloom tomatoes or whisked into vinaigrettes, our Regional Extra Virgin Olive Oils deserve way more than a cameo in the kitchen.

Here’s your permission slip to get a little wild with your EVOO. From beauty to home care, olive oil is a multitasking miracle just waiting to shine beyond the skillet.

Everyday lifestyle uses for olive oil

At The Bodacious Shops, we’re head over heels for high-quality olive oil—and we believe its talents stretch far beyond the kitchen. While it’s a star ingredient in dressings, sautés, and marinades, our fresh, regional extra virgin olive oils are also natural powerhouses for home, beauty, and everyday living. From polishing leather to pampering your skin, this golden elixir is the unsung multitasker your daily routine has been waiting for. Let’s take a bold step beyond the bottle and explore the wonderfully unexpected ways olive oil can add a little extra shine to your life.

10 Bodaciously Unexpected Uses for Olive Oil

1. Natural Makeup Remover

A few drops of Mild EVOO on a cotton pad melts away mascara, eyeliner, and even stubborn lipsticks—gently and naturally. Bonus: your lashes will thank you.

Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear mascara.

2. Squeaky Door Whisperer

A drop or two of Medium EVOO on door hinges silences squeaks without the harsh smell of chemical lubricants. Silence really is golden.

3. Wooden Cutting Board Conditioner

Rub Robust EVOO into your cutting boards, salad bowls, or wooden spoons to keep them hydrated, smooth, and looking their best.

Wood appreciate it.

4. Cast Iron Skillet Savior

Rub a thin layer of EVOO on your clean cast iron skillet and heat it slightly to keep it seasoned and rust-free. Your skillet will sizzle with pride.

5. Shaving Oil for Silky Skin

Ditch the foam. Smooth a few drops of Mild EVOO on your skin before shaving for a soft, close, moisturizing glide.

6. Leather Love

Use a soft cloth and a dab of EVOO to condition leather bags, belts, or shoes. It revives luster and keeps cracks away—no fancy polish needed.

Olive oil: the original glow-up for cowhide.

7. Zipper Rescue

Stuck zipper? Rub a Q-tip dipped in EVOO along the teeth. It’ll glide like new. Works on jackets, purses, and your kid’s favorite hoodie.

8. Cracked Heels Fix

Massage a bit of Medium EVOO into dry feet before bed, pop on some socks, and wake up to soles that feel like you just left the spa.

Pedi-perfect without stepping out the door.

9. Sticker & Label Remover

Sticky situation? Apply olive oil to old labels or stubborn price tags. Let it sit for a minute, then peel or scrape away with ease. Voilà—clean jars and drama-free de-stickifying.

10. Dog Paw Soother

Winter walks or hot pavement got your pup’s paws looking rough? Rub a tiny dab of EVOO into dry paw pads for natural moisture that’s safe if they lick it.

Go Ahead—Get Creative

The next time you reach for your bottle of Bodacious EVOO, think beyond the sauté pan. Our oils are fresh, versatile, and made for living—whether you’re conditioning your favorite boots, calming a creaky door, or giving your glow-up a little extra shine.

And when in doubt? Drizzle it. Rub it. Love it.

P.S. Got a favorite offbeat use for your Bodacious Olive Oil?

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