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Hair Dryer
Soften it with a hair dryer. Just apply some heat to the gum and then use a rag or plastic bag to pull away. Use caution with heat on carpets or rugs, as heat may harm some fibers.
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Oh, Yeah—Peanut Butter!
Peanut butter is a hero when it comes to removing gum. You usually have it on hand, it’s not expensive and it doesn’t smell bad, either. Spread some peanut butter on the offending glob and let it sit for a few minutes. The gum will soften up and be much easier to remove. This works especially well for gum stuck in hair. These 11 peanut butter life hacks are must-reads.
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