What are off uses for vapor rub other than cough and nail fungus

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1.) Get Rid of Pesky Mosquitoes

If you are ever out camping, you should always bring some Vicks VapoRub with you. Just a small dab on you clothes will keep the mosquitoes away.

2.) Get Rid of Chest Congestion

All you need to do is apply a bit of Vicks VapoRub to your neck and chest to get rid of chest congestion.

3.) Stop Cats from Scratching

Vicks VapoRub can prevent your cat from scratching walls, windows, or doors if you apply a small amount to these areas.

4.) Keep Your Horse In Line

A little VapoRub under your horse’s nose will block out the scents of female ponies, so your horse will not be distracted during the big race.

5.) Eliminates Earache Pain

Dab a little of Vicks VapoRub on a cotton ball and place it in your ear for several hours, several times a day. This will help eliminate the pain but it will not clear up an infection.

6.) Eliminate Nail Fungus

If you suffer from nail fungus, just apply Vicks VapoRub to the area two times a day until the fungus goes away.

7. Reduce Stretch Marks

Stretch marks vanish within two-weeks of applying Vicks VapoRub.

8.) Relieve Tennis Elbow

The menthol and camphor in Vicks VapoRub can reduce the pain associated with tennis elbow. Just apply to the affected areas on your elbows till the pain is gone.

9.) Help Cracked Heels

You can put a thick glob of Vicks VapoRub on your heels every night. Be sure to wear cotton socks while you sleep. When you wake up, just rinse off the VapoRub and pumice your heels.

10. Heal Athlete’s Foot

Put a bit of Vicks VapoRub on your foot two times a day to combat athlete’s foot.

11.) Heal Sore Muscles

If you have sore muscles from overuse, just take a little VapoRub and apply it to your problem muscle. After that, apply a warm dry towel to the area. Then lie down and gently lift your troubled muscle till you can feel the soreness decrease.

12.) Cry on Command

If you are cast in a role where you have to cry, just place a little VapoRub under your eyes before the scene.

13.) Sinus Headache

If you suffer from these nasty headaches, it is best to deeply breathe VapoRub in straight from the can.

14.) Potty Train Pets

Just put a bottle of Vicks VapoRub any place you want to deter your pet from peeing on.

15.) Reduce Eczema

A little VapoRub is great for getting rid of itchiness and inflammation associated with eczema.

16.) Clears Up Acne

Forget about Proactiv. A bit of Vicks VapoRub will dry out your pimples in no time.

17.) Repels Insects

Vicks VapoRub is great for repelling outdoor insects. You can rub some VapoRub on your neck, knees, elbows, and behind the ears if you are hiking. If you are sitting down, just open up a can of Vicks VapoRub and place it by your side.

18.) Heal Dry Skin

VapoRub works great as a skin moisturizer. If you have dry skin, just apply some VapoRub and feel the results.

19.) Heal Bruises

If you have a fresh bruise, no worries. Just mix some Vicks VapoRub with a pinch of salt and apply it to your bruise.

20.) Heal Cuts

A dab Vicks VapoRub speeds up recovery time for cuts and splinters.

Regards,
Maryann