10 ways to use petroleum jelly, which you did not realize before

Since ancient times it is known that petroleum jelly - it is an excellent remedy for chapped lips. In addition, there are other ways of its application in the world of beauty and health, but about them does not know so many people.

So, here are 10 non-obvious ways to use Vaseline.

1. Vaseline extend the smell of perfume

Did you know that the perfume lasts longer on the skin moisturized? Therefore, if you want to extend the smell of her perfume, rub a small amount of petroleum jelly to those areas of the skin where you want to apply perfume.

If you put the perfume on your wrist, do not rub against each other: this will change the structure of the odor, and it is no longer the same.

2. Make your exfoliator

Eksfoliator - a scrub containing tiny rounded abraded particles. Mix a little sugar with petroleum jelly, and you have a moisturizing exfoliator. It is easy and much cheaper than buying in the store.

3. Means for moisturizing cuticle

Moisturized cuticle gives the nails healthy and fresh look. Apply a small drop of petroleum jelly to lubricate fingers and cuticles.

4. Protecting the skin during hair coloring

If you dye your hair at home, apply Vaseline along the hairline and neck. This will create a barrier to paint, and your skin will not be painted.

5. Petroleum jelly softens hardened heels

If you are concerned about cracked heels, apply at bedtime Vaseline on them a little bit and rub it massage movements, and then put on socks. Sure your heels are soft.

6. Vaseline lengthens lashes

If you do not use mascara, but want to visually lengthen and increase their volume, apply a little Vaseline.

7. Vaseline helps to insert the earrings

Sometimes it is difficult to push the earring through your ear. Lubricate the shackle Vaseline, it will facilitate the task.

8. Means for removing make-up

Another old trick. Use a cotton swab smeared with Vaseline to remove makeup.

9. Protection nose

Cold winter, rub petroleum jelly around the nostrils to prevent irritation and redness. This trick is great if you suffer from allergies or permanently wipe your nose with a tissue (eg, the common cold).

10. Means for sunburn

If you burned in the sun, apply a large amount of petroleum jelly on the affected area to relieve itching. It also moisturizes the skin and prevent its peeling.