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What are the benefits of Vaseline?

Vaseline cream

Vaseline is an ancient beauty product. It was invented more than 100 years ago. It is a very common product, as it is found in most homes. It consists of mineral oils and natural wax. What distinguishes Vaseline most are its many benefits and multiple uses, and the article will mention some of them.

The benefits of Vaseline

There are common benefits of Vaseline, uncommon benefits, and alternative uses that can be resorted to when other options run out, including:

eyelash extensions

Vaseline is considered an emollient, and using it regularly on the eyelashes before going to sleep every night makes the eyelashes thicker and stronger, in addition to increasing the speed of their growth. The method is:

  • Ingredients: petroleum jelly.
  • How to prepare: Carefully apply Vaseline to the eyelashes and leave it on overnight.

Treatment of cracked feet

Vaseline is considered one of the best treatments for cracked feet. Because it contains oils that lock in moisture, in addition to its ability to remain for a longer period of time than other products on the surface of the feet, thus softening the feet. The method is:

  • Ingredients:
    • vaseline.
    • Clean socks.
  • How to prepare:
    • Rub Vaseline on the feet before bed.
    • Socks are worn.
    • Leave all night.

Fixing the scent of perfume on the body

Vaseline moisturizes the skin, which makes the fragrance last longer. The method is:

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  • Ingredients:
    • vaseline.
    • Personal favorite fragrance.
  • How to prepare:
    • Apply Vaseline to pulse points, such as the wrists, behind the ears, armpits, and chest.
    • Spray the perfume on the pulse areas.
    • Do not rub after spraying the perfume so that the scent of the perfume does not change.

Make-up removal

Vaseline removes stubborn types of makeup from the skin, when other options run out. It is not recommended to use it daily. It is recommended to use coconut oil or olive oil instead of Vaseline, and its method is:

  • Ingredients: vaseline.
  • How to prepare:
    • He applies some Vaseline to the areas of the face that he wants to clean.
    • Gently rub and massage the area.
    • The face is then washed.

Protecting the skin from hair dyes

Vaseline prevents hair dye from staining the skin, so it is trapped between the dye and the skin. The method is:

  • Ingredients: vaseline.
  • How to prepare:
    • Apply Vaseline to all hair edges, in addition to the back of the neck.
    • Hair is dyed without worrying about the dye staining the skin.

lip peeling

The lips need moisturizing and exfoliation, and the method for exfoliating them with Vaseline is:

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  • Ingredients:
    • A small amount of Vaseline.
    • Some sugar.
  • How to prepare:
    • Mix sugar and Vaseline, and apply the mixture to the lips.
    • Massage the mixture on the lips in circular motions.
    • Wipe the mixture off the lips.
    • Apply lip balm afterwards.

Treatment for diaper rash

Vaseline acts as a barrier to the child’s skin from waste, and thus the diaper rash heals quickly, and starch reduces redness and irritation. The method is:

  • Ingredients:
    • Two tablespoons of cornstarch.
    • A tablespoon of Vaseline.
    • Moisten a piece with warm water.
  • How to prepare:
    • Place Vaseline in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 10-15 seconds.
    • Add cornstarch to Vaseline, and mix well.
    • Place the mixture on the child's affected area.
    • Leave it for 10 minutes, then wipe the mixture off the baby’s skin using a cloth moistened with warm water.
    • Repeat the treatment twice a day to get rid of diaper rash.

Getting rid of infant dandruff

There are natural methods that can get rid of this problem, and Vaseline is useful in treating it as well. The method is:

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  • Ingredients:
    • A small amount of Vaseline.
    • Fine tooth comb.
  • How to prepare:
    • Apply Vaseline to the child's scalp and leave it overnight.
    • The comb is gently used to remove the dandruff that has moved away from the scalp and stuck in the hair.

Moisturizing nails

Vaseline protects and repairs nails from dryness, and also moisturizes and softens the hands. Using it, you can get soft hands and shiny nails. The method is:

  • Ingredients:
    • petroleum jelly.
    • gloves.
  • How to prepare:
    • Massage Vaseline into the nails and surrounding skin before bed.
    • Wear gloves and leave overnight.

Getting rid of lice

Vaseline makes the scalp and hair an unsuitable environment for lice and their eggs to live, and it kills a large percentage of lice and their eggs compared to other methods. Its method is:

  • the ingredients:
    • vaseline.
    • shower cap.
    • A comb designed to remove nits.
    • baby oil.
    • How to prepare:
    • Rub large amounts of Vaseline on the affected scalp, and cover the hair for a whole night.
    • Put a little baby oil on the comb in the morning and comb the hair. To remove lice, use Vaseline.
    • Wash the hair well with shampoo; To completely remove Vaseline.
    • Repeat the treatment as needed every night.

Other uses for Vaseline

There are many other benefits of Vaseline, including:

  • Prevent hair frizz and close split ends, making sure to apply a very small amount of it. So that the hair does not look greasy.
  • Remove false eyelashes by wiping them with Vaseline using cotton, leaving for a while until the glue dissolves, then washing with warm water.
  • Prevent lipstick from staining your teeth by spreading a little Vaseline on your teeth.
  • Make it easier to open a nail polish container by applying a little Vaseline to the mouth of the bottle before closing it. To prevent the polish from drying on it, and to prevent the skin surrounding the nail from being stained with nail polish, this is done by applying Vaseline to it before applying the polish.
  • Illuminating the eyebrow bones and cheekbones when applying makeup; For a dewy look.
  • Get rid of the squeak of doors by greasing the hinges with Vaseline, and door handles can also be greased with Vaseline. To protect them from staining, when painting doors.
  • Polish leather items by applying Vaseline to them, then wiping them with a soft Moslin cloth.
  • Organizing the appearance of the eyebrows, and it can be used instead of eyebrow gel.
  • It can be mixed with red or pink eye shadow to create lipstick when lipstick is not available.
  • Easily remove the tight ring from the finger.
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