14 Surprising Uses For Vicks VapoRub
Insect Bites:
Everyone gets bit by different bugs and insects! You might also find a tick or two on your body. If so, try applying Vicks immediately. The odor should cause the tick to release itself. It also can relieve the itching caused by other insect bites.
Small Cuts and Splinters:
Believe it or not, Vicks VapoRub can help to prevent infection and speed up the healing time of small cuts, such as paper cuts, or from splinters! All you need to do is put a thin layer on the wound. Vicks can act as a replacement for Neosporin or other antibiotic ointments.
Keep Animals Out:
Yes, our pets are members of the family too. That doesn’t mean you want them in every location of your house. Some areas, like your bedroom, simply might be off limits. Sure, you can keep the doors shut, but that also can disrupt the heating and cooling distribution in your home. Instead, leave a jar or two of Vicks open in the room you want the animals to avoid. Their strong scent of smell will cause them to turn away abruptly.
Combat Stretch Marks:
Stretch marks can happen anytime, on anyone, but pregnancy tends to bring them out the fastest. Surprisingly, Vicks can help stop the development of stretch marks. Several of the active ingredients, such as eucalyptus oil, cedar life oil and camphor combine to make your skin feel softer and increase the moisture content. The worries of stretch marks should be a thing of the past now!
Relieve an Earache:
There isn’t much worse than an earache! They can make your entire body and head throb with pain. To use Vicks to relieve an earache, put a small amount of Vicks on a cotton ball. Then, put that cotton ball into your ear for a few hours, several times a day. Doing so will remove the pain and stop any infection that may be brewing.
Relieve Dry, Cracked Heels:
Heels are one of the first places on your body that you will notice dry and cracked skin. The wintertime tends to be the worst! Cracking heels can be painful and annoying. To remedy the situation, apply a layer of Vicks to the cracked heels. Doing so adds hydration and moisture to the area. You should wear socks over the Vicks to help hold in the moisture.
Hemorrhoid Relief:
Not much in life can make you as miserable as hemorrhoids. Vicks can help to provide some temporary relief from the pain and itchiness. Just put a small amount on the area. Soon, the swelling will decrease, leaving behind a cooling sensation. Make sure your doctor approves of this method and be prepared to feel stinging when you first apply it.
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