Rubbing Alcohol as Ice Pack 

A clever way to repurpose an everyday item.

By Sharon Tanenbaum and Ashley Tate
Rubbbing alcohol in gel packsGemma Comas and James Merrell

To improvise an extra ice pack, mix one part rubbing alcohol with three parts water and freeze in a zippered plastic bag.

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