We’ve all experienced those frustrating common cold symptoms: stuffy nose, headaches, and frequent coughing. It can make anyone want to go crazy, especially when you don’t have the right treatments to help. Luckily, Vicks VapoRub is the ultimate product for whenever you’re feeling under the weather, as it has more than one benefit in soothing irritating symptoms. It’s developed with only natural ingredients and has become a great alternative to other medications.
But the uses don’t stop at treating illness. Keep reading for top tips on how you can make the most out of a tub of Vicks VapoRub.
1. Say Goodbye To Earaches
Earaches are one of the most painful things you can experience. However, by grabbing a cotton ball/swab and dipping it in a tiny bit of VapoRub, you can alleviate the pain quicker than any other solution. Rub the cotton around the ear, and you should start feeling better in a few moments.
2. Reduce Joint Pain
Suffering from joint pain and unsure of how to treat it? No problem! VapoRub comes with analgesic properties, which work with your nerve endings to relieve any discomfort. The ointment’s ingredients include menthol and camphor, which provides a soothing feeling. However, it will not cure the source of your pain, and you will need to speak to a doctor if your joints continue to hurt.
3. Take Off Eye Makeup
When removing eye makeup, sometimes a wipe won’t do the trick. You still need to get rid of those stubborn bits of mascara that don’t seem to budge. You’ll never struggle again when introducing VapoRub and a cotton pad into your nighttime routine. Just be sure to avoid any sensitive areas of the face.
4. Fill Up Your Dehumidifier
Calling all you humidifier fans. If you’re looking for a new product to keep the air around your home moist, you’ve now found it. VapoRub is a substitute for those expensive essential oils and works just as well. Just apply the ointment into your dehumidifier’s compartment, sit back, and relax.
5. Relieve Feelings Of Itchiness
Summertime is loved by many, but it does come with its downfalls. The mosquitos come out to play, and poison ivy is more rampant than ever. Unfortunately, these two things lead to itchy skin, but with a bit of VapoRub, you can relieve that feeling. Apply to the affected area, and you’ll instantly feel an improvement.
6. Take Out A Splinter
Finding you’ve stepped on a splinter can be one of the most annoying realizations in the world. You start to panic and wonder how you’ll ever get it out. However, with a tub of VapoRub nearby, all your worries can disappear. Gently massage some of the product into the splintered area, and it should start to dislodge.
7. Remove Bad Smells
Is there a lingering smell of something rotting in your house? Or do you need to spend the day next to someone who always smells a bit ‘off’? All you have to do is apply some VapoRub under your nose, and you can make it through without suffering.
8. Treat Burn Pain
We’ve all experienced it. You’ve gone to pick up a pot while cooking and end up burning yourself. The pain can be excruciating, but there is a solution you can use straight away. Place a small amount of VapoRub onto the affected area, and the pain should be minimized. Keep doing this each day until the burn is healed.
9. Moisturize Your Face/Body
For those that suffer from dry skin all year round, VapoRub may be the savior you’ve been looking for. Whether it’s your face, knees, or feet, this treatment can moisturize any area and leave you with soft and smooth skin.
10. Try Before You Buy
Just like with any other skin product, you will want to test VapoRub on a small patch of your body before using it as a moisturizer. It will show you if your skin is irritated by any ingredients and ensure you’ll react well before applying a larger amount. Keep listening to your skin as you use VapoRub, and only apply what it needs.
11. Minimize Dry Scalp
Skin conditions such as dandruff and dry scalp can feel incredibly uncomfortable and take away some of your confidence. But with a bit of VapoRub, you can reduce the flaky skin on the top of your head and go back to feeling great again. All you have to do is apply a thin layer on the driest spots of your head before bed and wash it out in the morning.
12. Heal Bruises Quicker
Not only are bruises painful, but they can become an eye sore. They usually take around two weeks to heal, but with the help of our trusty VapoRub, you can minimize the time. Apply it to the affected area, and the ointment will work its magic by reducing inflammation.
13. Use As Lip Balm 
Many people experience chapped lips, especially during the colder months. Many lip balms on the market say they’ll help, but in reality, they do nothing. The menthol in VapoRub guarantees reliable results and will ensure you have soft and pain-free lips once you’ve applied a small amount.
14. Prevent Infection
Whenever you cut or scrape yourself, it’s essential to use an antiseptic to prevent the chance of infection. You must start by thoroughly cleaning the wound with soap or rubbing alcohol and finish by gently applying VapoRub with a soft applicator.
15. Remove Nail Fungus
One of the leading causes of brittle and dry nails is fungus, which can be harder to get rid of when you leave it too long. However, applying a little VapoRub directly onto your nails for two to three weeks can remove the fungus for good. Check to see if your nails get darker because that means the ointment is doing its job.
16. Soothe Muscle Pain
You no longer need to suffer with sore muscles after a tough workout when you have a tub of VapoRub. Whenever you feel your muscles starting to ache, you can apply some of the ointment to the painful area to experience some relief.
17. Reduce Sunburn Pain
Have you ever decided to go and lie in the sun, but forgot about putting on sunscreen? The pain can sometimes be too much to handle, and your skin may be hot to the touch. VapoRub works similarly to aloe vera and will reduce feelings of irritation and leave your body feeling cooler.
18. Take Off Lipstick
People used to complain about lipsticks coming off too quickly, but with modern enhancements, you can now get a lip color that lasts all night. The only issue is this can make it tougher to remove when you want to head to bed. A great solution is applying some VapoRub to your lips and leaving it for a couple of minutes before wiping it off.
19. Reduce Blemishes
If you feel like you’ve tried every cream and ointment under the sun, but your acne still isn’t clearing up, this might be the one for you. While it’s not guaranteed to work for everyone, VapoRub has been proven to reduce the appearance of blemishes and acne. You can test it out by applying the product to a small skin area and seeing whether it works.
20. Remove Warts
Warts are incredibly difficult to get rid of, and trying to deal with them can lead to a great deal of frustration. You may find that using VapoRub will do the trick. Apply the product onto your wart, cover it with a plaster or bandage, and see if it works.
21. Fend Off Insects
While VapoRub can help reduce the itchiness of bug bites, it can also prevent them from attacking you in the first place. The strong scent of menthol in the ointment drives away insects and will ensure they don’t come back. Apply on the most prominent areas of your body before venturing outside.
22. Keep Your Skin Young 
Moisturized skin is happy skin and will ensure you keep your youthful appearance for as long as possible. Introducing VapoRub into your routine as a moisturizer will ensure you look young and healthy for years to come.
23. Minimize The Appearance Of Stretch Marks
Often, people are self-conscious about the appearance of stretch marks. Whether you’re pregnant and believe you’ll develop them or have existing stretch marks you want to be rid of, VapoRub can help. Please apply to your skin and ensure it’s moisturized to prevent and reduce stretch marks.
24. Create Your Own Bath Bomb
There’s nothing better than running a bath after a long day, adding a bath bomb, and sitting back and watching it fizzle. The problem is they can burn a hole in your back pocket. However, you can make your own with three tablespoons of VapoRub, half a cup of cornstarch, and two tablespoons of water. Roll it into a ball and leave it to harden before using.
25. Relieve Congestion
You may have heard of applying VapoRub onto your chest to relieve feelings of congestion when you’re sick, but there is another method you can try too. Rub the ointment into the soles of your feet and put socks on; you may find that it works better than you did before.
26. Reduce Rosacea & Eczema
We already know that VapoRub works as an excellent moisturizer, so there’s no surprise that it would help reduce various skin conditions like rosacea and eczema. Applying it to any affected areas can help reduce inflammation and any discomfort you may be feeling.
27. Get Rid Of Dry Feet
Dry feet aren’t only uncomfortable, but they can be rather challenging to treat. If you feel as though your feet are constantly cracking, peeling, or hurting, you may want to try VapoRub. Massage it into your feet before putting on some socks and heading to bed for the night.
28. Alleviate Migraines
Migraines can be the worst feeling in the world, but VapoRub may be able to help. If you suffer from these strong headaches often, you can gently massage the product into your temples.
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