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Little-Known Yet Very Helpful Uses For Vick’s VapoRub Passed Down From Mom

by Lauren Novak

Published November 9, 2018

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9. It can help heal cuts

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It can relieve pain and help small wounds heal faster. If you run out of antibiotic cream, use VapoRub instead.

10. Get rid of headaches

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The cooling sensation of the ointment can help relieve the pain of headaches. Rub it on your temples and forehead for a few minutes. If you have a really bad headache or a migraine, apply the ointment, lay down with the lights off, and put a warm towel on your head for about a half an hour.

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11. Use it with your humidifier

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They even make humidifiers with Vick’s VapoRub. If you have a regular humidifier, add some ointment. It can eliminate bad odors too and freshen up the air.

12. Ease the pain from sore muscles

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If you have some sore muscles, Vick’s VapoRub can help ease the pain. Massage it on for the best relief.

13. Lubricate creaky door hinges

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If you don’t have any oil, use VapoRub to get your doors moving more smoothly and stop squeaking.

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