A Complete Guide to Making Everything in Your Life Last Longer

Make it last forever and ever and ever. Keith Sweat was trying to tell us years ago, but in case you missed it, we've got you covered.

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Life is meant to be stress free, but that never seems to be the case. If stress is your middle name and worrying is your main game then it's time for you to look on the brighter side of life. Whether you happen to be running low on household items or can't stop shrinking your favorite piece of clothing, there's an app for that. Okay, not literally, but it's not the end of the world. If you feel like relationships aren't the only thing not lasting anymore, get hip to A Complete Guide to Making Everything in Your Life Last Longer.

25. Store green onions in the freezer.

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24. Leaving tomatoes in plastic bags causes them to ripen faster. Keep ripe tomatoes at room temperature to preserve.

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23. Use recycled bottled tops to close plastic bags.

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22. For longer lasting berries, soak in vinegar.

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21. Add butter to the end of cheese that is cut to keep it fresh.

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20. Flip your mattress over several times a year (per season) to ensure it is in its best shape to last years to come.

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19. Make sure the ink in your pen last longer by keeping the point of the pen clean and pointing upwards to prevent clogging.

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18. More doesn't necessarily always mean better. Use less laundry detergent to wash your clothes and the job will still get done.

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17. To prevent soap from slipping and becoming messy, place a bottle top on the bottom of your bar of soap when not in use.

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16. Soak fruit in a sink of water and 1 cup of vinegar for 10 minutes to help fruit stay fresh and ensure longevity.

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15. Take pride in your kicks by keeping them stored away when you aren't wearing them to keep them dry and fresh.

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14. Keep cut apples from turning brown on the inside by using a rubberband to hold the slices together.

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13. To prolong the battery life on your phone and prevent damage, don't use while charging.

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12. If you're dropping too much cash on deodorant, make some yourself using household items. It's easy, edible and affordable.

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11. To make gum's flavor last longer, stick to mint and cinnamon flavors. Extend the flavor and add a pinch of sugar to enhance the sweetness.

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10. Give flowers a longer life span by adding 1/4 tsp. of bleach to the vase periodically and/or changing the water daily.

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8. Vacuum seal candy in a mason jar to preserve it and keep it good as new.

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9. To preserve the color of your jeans and prevent fading, add a cup of vinegar to the load the first time you wash them.

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8. Store bread in the freezer to keep fresh and mold-free over a longer period of time.

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6. To revive stale chips, sprinkle on oil and pop them in the oven for 15 minutes.

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5. Use bread clips to hold together the bottom of your flip flops.

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4. To extend your laptop's battery life, keep it unplugged when not in use.

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3. Prevent bananas from becoming brown by pulling them apart . Being connected at the stem makes them go bad faster.

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2. Paint your buttons with clear nail polish so they'll go longer without unraveling.

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1. Mix the liquid hand soap with water and empty into a foam hand wash bottle to extend its lifespan.

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