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Different uses of Vicks VapoRub
Remove warts:
Vicks VapoRub can be very effective in getting rid of warts. Apply it 2 times a day on the area to be treated, then cover it with gauze or put on socks if the wart has appeared on the feet.
It is important to continue the treatment until the warts disappear completely.
Fight against nail fungus:
Nail fungus is a fungal infection that affects the nails of the feet and hands and requires special treatment. However, it is possible to overcome it by using Vicks VapoRub.
Indeed, according to a study conducted by the US Air Force, published in the Journal of American Board of Family Medicine, this ointment is extremely effective against this infection. 18 participants suffering from nail fungus were required to apply Vicks VapoRub at least once a day on the infected areas.
Researchers observed a marked improvement in 15 people, and they were completely cured after 48 weeks of application.
Relieve coughs and flu symptoms:
Vicks VapoRub has been used for years to reduce flu symptoms and relieve coughs.
To benefit from its benefits, apply it to your chest at night before going to sleep and cover yourself well. The anti-inflammatory effect of this ointment, as well as the heat it produces, will quickly relieve you.
Reduce muscle pain:
Thanks to its heating effect, Vicks VapoRub can help relieve muscle pain. Simply apply a sufficient amount to the painful muscle and massage it gently. Cover the area to be treated with a warm towel and rest. Vicks VapoRub will stimulate blood circulation, which will have the effect of relaxing muscle knots and reducing pain.
To relieve headaches due to sinusitis:
Headaches can be caused by different factors. To relieve those caused by sinusitis, Vicks VapoRub is your ally. Simply apply a little on the tip of your nose and inhale. The menthol contained in this product will help reduce the dilation of blood vessels, responsible for the pressure felt in your head.
You can also apply a dab of Vicks VapoRub on your temples or forehead, for the same effect.
Keeping mosquitoes away:
The strong smell of Vicks VapoRub acts as a powerful mosquito repellent. Indeed, these little critters that make our lives difficult especially in summer, hate the strong aroma of this ointment. So apply a small amount on your clothes or on exposed skin to keep mosquitoes away.
Preventing your cat from getting into trouble:
Does your cat love to sharpen its claws on your furniture? Protect them immediately by using Vicks VapoRub. This ointment with multiple powers keeps pets away thanks to its strong smell. Put a little on a few parts of your furniture and be sure that your cat will not go near it again!
Warning:
Vicks VapoRub is contraindicated in people with a history of seizures, pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as in cutaneous application in babies under 2 years old and in inhalation in children under 12 years old.
It is also advisable to avoid applying it to damaged skin.
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