Vaseline is a product of petroleum suitable for application on the skin. It is used in dermatology, nail care, hair and makeup. Vaseline is easy to find and affordable.
In this article, we will tell you 10 uses of vaseline you probably didn’t know.
Uses of Vaseline
1. Chafing reliefs: Vaseline is used to wash off irritated skin parts in babies and adults. For additional freshness, sprinkle a splash of thermal water at the end.
2. Fix the eyebrows: It is used to set and create fuller eyebrows, for those that have thin one. So, apply vaseline on it and brush upward everyday before makeup to get fuller eyebrows.
3. Helps perfume last longer: If you want your perfume to last longer, apply a little vaseline on the areas you want to spray. When it gets absorbed, spray your perfume on those areas.
4. Heal small wounds: Minor wounds, blisters and burns can be healed by applying petroleum jelly on affected areas daily.
5. Softens skin and cuticles: Soak your nails in warm water for about 5 minutes and massage with a coat of petroleum jelly. Afterwards, remove the dead skin with manicure scissors.
6. Calm after waxing: Avoid redness and pain after waxing. After removing the hair, use a moderate quantity of petroleum jelly to soothe the skin.
More Uses
7. Brighten skin: If you want to achieve a jelly or shiny look, apply vaseline on the high points on the face. For example, cheekbones, cupid’s bow, eyelid and bridge of the nose. You will see the immediate butterfly effect.
8. Avoid dye stains: Painting or tinting hair at home is awful if you don’t apply appropriate measures. Put vaseline on the line where the hair grows, forehead and ears and the dye will not leave a stain.
9. Softens cracked feet and heels: Are you surprised that vaseline softens cracked heels? Mix two tablespoons of petroleum jelly. Add two tablespoons of ground rice and massage your feet with the paste for a few minutes. Wash your feet with lukewarm water after some minutes.
10. Fight dandruff: Mix three tablespoons of petroleum jelly and 5 drops of eucalyptus oil. Apply the mask on the scalp in an upward motion and rinse with warm water after 15 minutes.
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