12 tips for a winter favourite that works wonders
AUNTY MILLY writes
WE buy a lot of cleaning products, remedies, and other stuff to do all our daily tasks. However, there are many other things which can be helpful, instead of having to spend a lot of time and money for all these things.
Vicks VapoRub is a popular remedy which is effective in many cases. People use it to treat cough, running nose and other health conditions.
Today we have for you 12 tricks with Vicks VapoRub which will help you to keep your house and take care of yourself.
1. Use it as an insect repellent
These pesky insects are a nightmare of every woman. As a rule we use a repellent to get rid of them. But there are cases when there is no such a remedy at home. Then you can use Vicks VapoRub. It will help you to reduce mosquitoes, flies and other tiny, annoying creatures.
2. Get rid of headache
Headache can occur suddenly. Sometimes it’s very strong and we can’t do anything. As a rule, we take some pain killers to solve this problem. However, they can be harmful for our health. That’s why you can replace these drugs with Vicks VapoRub, which is equally effective and have no harm for your health. You just should apply some ointment on your forehead and temples.
3. Air Freshener
You can use the remedy to make the air in your room fresh. Just add a small amount of the ointment to your room humidifier. Your room will be filled with pleasant scent for a long time.
4. Prevent pet ‘incidents’
We always teach our pets to be nice cats and doggies and to do their business on the road or at special places at home. However, sometimes they do what they want and pee where they should not. To solve the problem you should apply some ointment on the places which your pets “like” the most. They don’t like the smell.
5. Save your furniture from your cat
If sometimes you have to control yourself as much as possible in order not to kill your cat when it has ruined another sofa, this remedy is for you. You just have to leave some Vicks VapoRubnear the things which your pet likes to scratch and you’ll solve this problem.
6. Get rid of your stretch marks
There are thousands of women who suffer from stretch marks. As a rule, to get rid of them women have to go through different procedures which are rather expensive and take a lot of time. Vicks VapoRub can help you in this situation. You should apply the remedy on your problem areas daily. In two weeks you’ll see the first results.
7. Treat your toenail fungus
Toenail fungus is a rather common problem which is rather hard to get rid of. Vicks VapoRup can help you in this situation. Apply it on the affected nail and put on the socks. Do it every day before going to bed. Don’t forget to clip off the infected nail in the morning.
8. Treat bruises
Bruises look rather unattractive. To get rid of them you can use Vicks VapoRub. Everything you should do is to apply some remedy directly on the affected area and very soon you’ll solve the problem.
9. Prevent inflammation and infection
Many people think that little cuts and wounds are not dangerous. However the situation can become worse if there occur an infection. To prevent it you should apply a small amount of the ointment on the affected area. In this way you’ll keep the wound clean.
10. Take care of your heels
You can use this ointment to make your heels soft and smooth. You just should apply a thin layer of the remedy on your heels and put on the socks. It works overnight. In the morning you should wash your feet. Don’t forget to use your pumice stone to remove dead skin cells. Do this procedure daily and very soon you’ll get desirable results.
11. Ease pain in back and muscles
Vicks VapoRub can help you to get ease pain in your back or muscles. You just should rub a small amount of the ointment directly on the problem areas and very soon you’ll get rid of the discomfort.
12. Reduce your belly fat
This ointment can help you to get a flat belly. You should crush a camphor tablet and mix it with alcohol, Vicks VapoRub, and sodium bicarbonate until smooth. Apply the remedy on your belly and wrap it with a plastic wrap. Leave it overnight.
This grandmother’s favourite still has a place for your handbag and home.
Love & likes Mwana amai ❤
