You definitely did not know these six Vicks VapoRub hacks

As winter approach, there is always a tub of Vicks Vaporub in the house to fight cold and flu. It may seem that...

Rida Lodhi

Updated 06 Jun, 2023

Life & Style

As winter approach, there is always a tub of Vicks Vaporub in the house to fight cold and flu. It may seem that prevention from cold and flu may be the only use of Vicks, but after knowing the untold benefits of the very same tub, you could not be more wrong.

1. Relieves headaches

One of the core ingredients in Vicks is methanol which helps lower the blood pressure in the brain, therefore it helps relieve aÂ headache.

2. Takes good care ofÂ your feet

For softer feet, apply some vaporubÂ on your feet before going to sleep and put on some old socks, leave it like this overnight. Next morning wash off feet with cold water and use aÂ pumice stone toÂ scrub away dead skin, and then apply your regular foot care product. you will see a noticeable difference.

3. Reduces stretch marks

Rub some Vicks VapoRub onÂ your stretch marks, and inÂ just 2Â weeks you will see that they gradually become less visible.

4. HelpÂ get rid ofÂ bruises

Gently rub some Vicks VapoRub onÂ your bruise, and observe the healing process. The ointment will reduce all the swelling, and the bruise itself will disappear faster.

5. Brings noticeable results onÂ your face

Apply aÂ thin layer ofÂ Vicks VapoRub toÂ the problem areas (acne, pimples, etc). Leave itÂ overnight, and clean your face inÂ the morning. BeÂ persistent, and you will see positive changes very soon.

6. Relieves muscle and back pain

Thanks toÂ its natural ingredients, Vicks VapoRub helps relax stressed muscles. IfÂ youâ€™re suffering from “tennis elbow,” try massaging some Vicks onÂ the affected area until the pain isÂ gone.

Disclaimer: This article is for information only. Kindly consult your doctor before implementing on self.

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