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HTDE: Haircuts in Space, Tutus, and the Nasal Ranger

2024/9/4
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Cleaning a tutu is not as simple as throwing it in the washing machine. The Dutch National Ballet uses vodka to kill bacteria on their tutus after performances. This trick, originating from Russia, is used in theaters worldwide.
  • Vodka is used to clean tutus.
  • The method originated in Russia.
  • Vodka is chosen for its lack of scent.

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