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Reduce the appearance of
stretch marks:
If you are looking to fade the
appearance of stretch marks, this is
one of the most surprising uses of this
vapour rub. According to shape, this
trend went viral on Pinterest and got
immense success. While it is not
proven to be an effective way to
diminish the appearance of stretch
marks, it may be worth giving it is
shot.
Heal your feet:
This vapour rub is a common home
remedy used to alleviate certain foot
conditions including an athlete’s foot.
The standout antimicrobial
ingredients of the rub, plus the
inclusion of lemon essential oil help
to lock in moisture while killing the
bacteria.
Fade bruising:
For minor bruises, you may consider
using this vapour rub. This is due to
the larger part of tea tree essential oil
which contains menthol type
ingredients which helps to lessen pain
associated with the bruise by
providing a cooling sensation as
camphor helps alleviate inflammation.
Treat scrapes and burns:
The lavender oil in this vapour rub
may help to heal minor cuts and
scrapes when applied once or twice
daily as the thick formula creates a
barrier between your cuts. But a word
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of caution; some of the ingredients
may be irritating on an open wound.
If you notice any type of pain or a
burning sensation, take the product
off immediately and stick to
Neosporin and a band-aid.
Alleviate headaches:
Do you notice how quickly your
congestion loosens when you use the
vapour rub on your chest? Well, if
you suffer from sinus headache, one
of the best uses of this vapour rub is
to simply breathe in the scent. It is
potentially a quick fix to clear your
head and alleviate cranial pain.
Ease muscle soreness:
To walk back to the negative
sensations of an intense workout,
apply a bit of vapour rub to the
effective area.
Cautions:
It is always advised to conduct a patch
test on the skin to stay on the safer
side. Refrain from using large
amounts at once. Always use small
portions for kids and even lesser if
you plan to use it on babies.