In this video I’m going to show 40 unbelievable uses of vicks vaporub. Vick vaporub is one of the most popular ointments in the world. It helps chest congestion and treats colds. It’s a mixture of camphor, menthol eucalyptus and other ingredients added to a base of petroleum jelly. And although it’s effective with chest congestion it can be used for other things as well. Here are 40 incredible uses for this product.
1. Remove your eye makeup
If you’re all out of makeup remover then try a pinch of vicks vaporub. Use a cotton ball to wipe the tops of your eyelids and around your eye. Make sure you avoid wiping it directly on your eye or eyelashes though.
2 Apply as a skin moisturizer
VapoRub works a fantastic skin moisturizer. Vicks is well known as a chapped lips cure, but Vapor Rub will also restore the moisture to general dry, cracked skin. Try it the next time you suffer from it.
3 As a bedtime humidifier
Vicks manufacturers their own humidifiers and vaporizers that allow to Use vicks VapoPads with them. They come in Menthol or Rosemary & Lavender soothing vapours. The humidifier will circulate Vicks throughout the air and keep you breathing easy all night long.
4. Shower bomb
You might have heard of bath bombs, but shower bombs are another way to get relaxation during a quick rinse. Some products called “shower disks” contain Vick’s VapoRub. After placing the disk in the shower, the vapor will dissolve into the air. That vapor paired with the steam from the shower will instantly clear up any clogged sinuses.
5. Relieve tennis elbow
Even tennis superstars can get tennis elbow. Massage your elbow with VapoRub until the camphor and menthol in it soothes the pain. Let your arm rest until you’re ready to swing again.
6. Treat a dry scalp
Treat the affected area by taking a thin layer of Vick’s and rubbing it onto the dry parts of your scalp. Try doing this home remedy right before you go to bed or after you take a shower. The oil from the eucalyptus and the petroleum work together as a ointment used to promote healing of the skin and as protection.
7. Heal cooking burns
If you’re channeling your inner Gordon Ramsay in the kitchen and accidentally burn yourself, don’t worry. After running the burn after some cold water, apply Vick’s to the injury. The remedy should soothe the sting of the burn.
8. Relieve ear aches
You can use Vicks VapoRub to stop earaches. Just Rub a small amount of VapoRub on a cotton ball and put it in your ear for a few minutes, several times a day. It will not only reduce the pain but also prevent a potential infection.
9. Relieve bruises
If you have a fresh bruise and you want to speed up the healing process, try this. Mix a pinch of salt with some VapoRub and apply it to the bruise. It will help the discoloration fade faster and heal quicker. This really only works on new bruises.
10. As bug repellent
Apply a thin layer of VapoRub to exposed skin, and it will repel annoying insects like mosquitoes. This is perfect for camping or when traveling through humid areas. The strong scent will deter bugs from coming your way giving relief and comfort to any painful areas.
11. Fight against stretch marks
Stretch marks are one of the worst symptoms of aging. And for those experiencing pregnancy, finding ways to keep your skin looking young is crucial. It turns out though, that Vicks VapoRub is a great way to fight against stretch marks from developing. Some of the primary ingredients in Vicks, eucalyptus oil, cedar leaf oil, petrolatum, camphor, and turpentine oil, all combine to help stretched skin both feel softer and increase moisture. If you want to fin out more on how to apply this remedy then click here to see a video I done it.
12. Relieve sore muscles
The menthol in Vicks can help to not only offer a refreshing cool to your skin, but it can also help to improve your blood circulation. After physical activity, just grab some Vicks and rub it onto any areas that are experiencing soreness for relief. You can also Rub a little on those sore spots before bed and you'll wake up feeling as good as new!
13. Relieve headaches
If you ever have headaches or migraines often, Vicks can be a great way to help provide some relief to the pain. The menthol in Vicks VapoRub helps to cool off your temples and the scent will release pressure in your head and instantly relieve pain, but if your migraines are occurring frequently, it would be a good idea to see a doctor.
14. Treat hemorrhoids
Hopefully you won’t have to use Vick’s VapoRub for this reason. But, for small, itchy hemorrhoids, apply Vick’s on there and let the menthol drown out the itch. Just make sure you don’t have any broken skin in that area or else you may get a burning sensation
15. Remove stubborn lipstick
If you’ve ever applied matte, red or other bold colored lipstick before you’ll know how hard it is to take off. But not with some VapoRub. Apply a thin layer of VapoRub on your stained lip and let it sit for five minutes
