Mom Puts A Cotton Ball In Her Ear Every Night For The Most Genius Reason

I would take a bet that if you are reading this that you have a tub of Vicks VapoRub hidden away in your medicine cupboard right now. The ointment’s a staple for anyone who gets colds and let’s be honest, that’s everyone.

But, while its main use is to relieve chest and nasal congestion, you can put it to work in many other ways.

Insect Repellant: It’s no surprise that bugs just don’t like the strong smell of eucalyptus. Since Vicks’ scent is largely eucalyptus it makes sense then that putting some Vicks strategically on your body would deter the pesky insects.

Believe it or not, Vicks can keep the bugs at bay. No harsh chemical sprays needed!

Lawn Rescue

If you have dogs then you probably know all about the circles of dead grass on your lawn. Dogs like to pee in the same place, and they find their usual spots with a keen sense of smell.

Constant ammonia will definitely kill your grass but try some Vicks on that spot, hopefully, it will lead your dog to new pastures and let your grass grow.

Stretch Marks

There is some truth that a dose of Vicks might help with stretch marks, too. It’s all to do with what’s inside.

A combination of natural oils that helps stretched skin feel softer while also reducing dryness are two factors that could lead to those red tiger stripes forming in the first place.

Headaches

Anyone who has suffered a migraine before knows that you will try just about anything to relieve the pain. Luckily if you have run out of pain meds you can ease your suffering naturally by applying some Vicks to your temples.

It should take the edge off long enough to get to the local drug store.

Sore Muscles

You’ve slept funny again and woken up with a crick in your neck, or perhaps you’ve spent way too much time in front of the computer – totally not your fault. Either way, your muscles are screaming in protest.

If you don’t have time for a massage therapist to work it out of you a quick fix is simple. The camphor in Vicks is not only a cough suppressant but a topical analgesic too.