11 Surprising Ways VapoRub Can Cure What Ails You
VapoRub can cure a long list of health-related problems. It also has other unexpected uses such as bug repellent and puppy potty-trainer!
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VapoRub has been a go-to topical decongestant for over a century. More recently, users are sharing their VapoRub success stories unrelated to the common cold. From soothing coughs to quieting squeaky door hinges, VapoRub proves to be an extraordinary super hero in your cupboard. Read on to learn more unusual ways VapoRub is the ultimate home problem solver!
1. VapoRub As A Strong Bug Repellent
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Summer brings sunshine, parks and barbecues… but it also brings bugs and bug bites. VapoRub is not only a great repellent but helpful in curing the itch and sting of bug bites!
2. VapoRub Can Give You Flip Flop Ready Feet
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Sandal time and you have winter feet? Try rubbing some VapoRub on your cracked feet and they will be smooth in no time!
3. VapoRub Has Got Your Back… Muscles
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Worked out or played with the kids too hard? Try rubbing some VapoRub on those sore muscles for relief.
4. VapoRub Can Soothe Painful Earaches
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Earache have you feeling cranky? Put VapoRub on a cotton ball and place in the curb of your ear. It won’t cure the earache (consult a doctor) but it will soothe the throbbing pain.
5. VapoRub Can Cure Unsightly Toenail Issues
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Running out of socks to hide those ugly toenails? VapoRub is a great anti-fungal creme. It helps eliminate the bacterial causing fungus and keeps future flareups at bay. Rub a little on your toes each day and watch healthy nails grow in.
6. VapoRub Helps Heal Bruises
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Camphor and Menthol in VapoRub help aid in circulation. Rub some on your bruises and watch them fade away faster.
7. VapoRub Can Cure Migraine Pain
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The mentholated scent as when massaging VapoRub into aching temples can help soothe and relax tension.
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8. VapoRub Can Quickly Reduce Breakouts
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VapoRub can serve as an antiseptic. Rub a little on pimples and it can aid in healing and drying out the problem area.
9. VapoRub Can Minimize Stretch Marks and Cellulite
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VapoRub contains eucalyptus oil, cedar leaf oil, petrolatum, camphor and turpentine oil – all of which work together to soften and moisturize the skins making stretch marks less visible.
10. VapoRub Can Aid In Potty-Training
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If Fido continues to have accidents in the same place in your home, spread a small amount of VapoRub on the overused spot. Animals aren’t a fan of the menthol aroma and will avoid the area.