Ever open a bottle of red wine, and a few days later it’s turned? There is no need to toss the leftover vino down the drain. Instead, pour it right into the bathtub. When you’re soaking in the tub, red wine won’t stain your skin, but it will soften it. Antioxidants called polyphenols are naturally found in red wine and can leave your skin soft, rejuvenated and looking great. In fact, some of the top spas in the world offer red wine skin care treatments at a premium price. Your bad red wine can now help you get beautiful, soft skin. Cheers!

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Over $16 billion is spent during the holiday season on gifts that go unwanted, with the majority of them ending up right in the trash. Charitable organizations like Goodwill, Salvation Army and local charity shops would like nothing more than your unwanted gifts. The reason is simple: You received unwanted gifts in perfect condition, and they can resell those items at a discount and support their good works. New products sell at a premium and more quickly at charity shops. Also consider animal shelters, senior citizen centers, schools, libraries, churches and homeless shelters as places to give. Bonus: It’s also tax-deductible.

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Who knew that hours of online video game playing could actually be used to raise money for a great cause? The organization Extra Life unites thousands of gamers around the world and raises money for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospital. Much like the runners in charity marathons, gamers sign up sponsors for tournaments and turn their play into fundraising. To date, over $30 million has been raised to help children in need all over the country. To learn more (and play!), visit extra-life.org.

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