News India Live, Digital Desk: While cooking in the kitchen, we use onion very well, but throw its peels in the dustbin. Do you know that these golden onion peels contain Vitamin A, C, E and rich antioxidants? From gardening to beauty routine, these peels can save you a lot of money. Let us know those smart uses of onion peels that will surprise you. 1. Natural ‘hair dye’ for white hair: If you want to avoid chemical hair color, then onion peels are a great option. How to use: Fry the peels in an iron pan until they turn black. Now grind them and make powder and add a little coconut oil or aloe vera gel to it. By applying it on hair, white hair starts looking black naturally.2. Onion peels are rich in potassium and calcium, which are very important for the growth of plants. Method: Soak the peels in water for 24-48 hours. Filter this nutrient-rich water and pour it into your indoor and outdoor plants. This will prevent insects from affecting the plants and their growth will be faster.3. Enhance the flavor and color of soups and gravies. Big chefs often use onion peels to give deep and rich color to the gravies. Tip: While boiling soups or dal, add washed and dried onion peels to it. Take them out after cooking. This gives the dish an excellent smoky flavor and dark brown color.4. Relief from itching and skin problems: Onion peels have anti-fungal properties. If you have the problem of itching in the feet or ‘athlete’s foot’, then boil the peels in water and clean the affected area with that water. It helps in reducing infection.5. Keep mosquitoes and insects away The pungent smell of onion peels is very effective in warding off mosquitoes. Keeping peels soaked in water near the window at night prevents mosquitoes and other insects from entering the house due to their smell.