{"id":1633,"date":"2024-08-25T17:23:02","date_gmt":"2024-08-25T14:23:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/discoversphere.co.in\/?p=1633"},"modified":"2024-08-25T17:23:02","modified_gmt":"2024-08-25T14:23:02","slug":"good-old-vaseline-all-the-money-saving-and-beauty-tips-out-there","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/2024\/08\/25\/good-old-vaseline-all-the-money-saving-and-beauty-tips-out-there\/","title":{"rendered":"Good Old Vaseline: All The Money Saving and Beauty Tips Out There"},"content":{"rendered":"

Since it first hit the market in 1872, Vaseline has been the go-to brand of petroleum jelly. Chemist Robert Cheesebrough came up with the stuff, but even he had no idea how many different uses people would come up with. There\u2019s probably a jar of the stuff somewhere in your home \u2013 or at least a knock-off.<\/p>\n

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It\u2019s so useful that travelers and campers will take it with them. You might just use it to relieve your chapped lips but read on to discover all the other ways this handy stuff can make your life easier.<\/p>\n

Help Bring Fevers Down<\/h3>\n

Sickness is bad, but for our money, fevers are the worst. Can’t sleep, can’t focus, you feel terrible all the time \u2013 no good. Vaseline isn’t exactly a cure, but it can be a great help if you just want to reduce the heat that is pouring out of you.<\/p>\n

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Stick your jar into the freezer for ten or fifteen minutes. Even if you don’t have a fever right now, you can imagine how good it would feel if you spread some cold, cold jelly on your burning skin. We recommend a dab on the wrists or a little more on the forehead.<\/p>\n

Reduce Scratches in Wood<\/h3>\n

Everybody likes a fine wooden floor. They’re so much easier to clean. Wood can come at a cost, however \u2013 moving furniture around might leave unsightly scratches. If you’re moving in or switching things up, they’re hard to avoid, but Vaseline might do the trick.<\/p>\n

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Coat a scuff or a scratch with the jelly and leave it on for twenty-four hours. After wiping off the Vaseline, you’ll find that the oil of the jelly has seeped into the scratch. Small scratches might disappear entirely, while deeper ones will be smaller and less noticeable.<\/p>\n

Loosen and Remove Dried Gum<\/h3>\n

We’ve all come across gum that is stuck somewhere. Under a desk, on a railing, or even in someone’s hair. You might know the peanut butter trick, but did you know you can also use Vaseline?<\/p>\n

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Gum is one of the hardest things to remove, so instead of cutting your hair off, grab some of this jelly. Heap a generous amount of it onto the gum and leave it for a while. Once it’s softened, you can remove it without much difficulty.<\/p>\n

Make Your Best Features Pop<\/h3>\n

Anybody who wears makeup is familiar with highlighters. You can use them to accentuate your most desirable features. Plenty of these products are expensive, but you know what isn’t? A bit of the old petroleum jelly.<\/p>\n

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Some of them also come with glitter or other additives that you might not want. Vaseline has a smooth, minor texture that isn’t too splashy but still gets the job done. Just dab a little bit onto the areas you want to accentuate, and you’re finished.<\/p>\n

Heal a Damaged Scalp<\/h3>\n

There are different reasons why you might have an itchy or irritated scalp \u2013 sunburn, dry skin, or allergies. But don’t despair, there is one quick fix to all of them.<\/p>\n

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Adding Vaseline to dry skin is one of the classic uses, and even if there’s hair where you need to put it, it won’t do any damage. Leave it for about half an hour, and then wash it out. The area where you spread it will be soothed and moisturized.<\/p>\n

Hinges Will Squeak No Longer<\/h3>\n

A little squeak here or there in the home or the workplace is usually no big deal, but if you’re getting annoyed \u2013 or the squeaks are getting louder and louder \u2013 you already have the solution. You could oil the hinges, but who has oil lying around?<\/p>\n

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Plus, it can be messy and leave you with more work than you started with. Vaseline, however, accomplishes the same thing, and it won’t make a mess. Rub some jelly on the hinges, and the squeaks will be gone in no time.<\/p>\n

Help Heal Cuts, Scrapes, and Burns<\/h3>\n

If you’re a rough-and-tumble sort, or you’re just naturally clumsy, this tip is going to be huge for you. You can use Vaseline to speed up the healing process without having to bust out the first aid kit.<\/p>\n

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We couldn’t tell you exactly why \u2013 maybe it has something to do with the oils? \u2013 but covering a small cut with Vaseline will help it heal. Be sure to clean and sterilize first, and you might not even have to put on a bandage.<\/p>\n

Make Makeup Removal Easier<\/h3>\n

You can’t let makeup sit on your face once the day is over \u2013 but removing it can be as difficult or time-consuming as putting it on. Some people have a long routine to keep their skin fresh.<\/p>\n

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It can cost a lot of money \u2013 those skincare products don’t come cheap. Vaseline keeps the costs down and is also easy on the skin. Put some of it on a cotton pad and wipe the makeup off.<\/p>\n

Create Custom Lip Balm<\/h3>\n

We don’t need to tell you that you can use Vaseline to refresh your lips. It’s one of the most well-known uses for this helpful substance. But the classic oily flavor of Vaseline can often leave a bad taste in your mouth.<\/p>\n

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You can easily create a lip balm that is much more palatable by swirling in a little bit of flavored drink powder, like lemonade, into your Vaseline jar. Not only does it give the jelly a nicer flavor, but it also colors it! You can make some lip balm that makes your lips feel better and look better for pennies.<\/p>\n

Make Your Own Exfoliator<\/h3>\n

Did you know you can use petroleum jelly to create your own exfoliating cream? It’s true! Instead of shelling out big bucks for a cream that has a famous face on it, you can whip up some of your own.<\/p>\n

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Combine Vaseline with sea salt, you can use it just like a normal exfoliator. Your skin will get the glow and the soft feeling that you’ve been looking for, and for only a fraction of the cost.<\/p>\n

Unstick a Zipper<\/h3>\n

There’s nothing as frustrating as getting a zipper stuck. You don’t want to wreck the piece of clothing, but you also don’t want your style to suffer.<\/p>\n

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You could push and pull to try and dislodge it, or you could grab your trusty jar of Vaseline, put a little bit on a q-tip, and swap the zipper above and below the joiner. Wiggle the zipper around for a little while, and you may find it loosened.<\/p>\n

Fewer Flies<\/h3>\n

Flies in the home can be a nuisance. They’re dirty, they’re noisy, they’re a distraction, and they might even spread germs. There are plenty of ways to eliminate them, and here’s another: melt a jar of Vaseline.<\/p>\n

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They’re attracted to the smell, and if they fly into it, they’ll get stuck. You can also make some flypaper yourself by spreading melted Vaseline on a piece of paper and then hanging it up.<\/p>\n

Stuck Ring<\/h3>\n

If you’ve ever had a ring stuck on your finger, you know it means your day is shot. The ring could have been too small, or maybe your finger swelled up. It’s painful and embarrassing, and you won’t be able to think of anything else.<\/p>\n

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There are a number of classic tricks to try and free yourself. If none of them work, slather your finger, knuckles, and the ring itself with Vaseline and start wiggling. You’ll have a much easier time getting it off.<\/p>\n

Lift Stuck-on Candle Wax<\/h3>\n

Candles are a great way to create ambiance or fill your home with a pleasant smell, but they can come at a cost \u2013 if melting wax hardens on something like carpet or a tablecloth, you might think that it’s ruined for good.<\/p>\n

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Not so! Just like with hardened gum \u2013 or any other sticky substance \u2013 the oils in Vaseline will eventually lift up the hardened wax from whatever it’s stuck to.<\/p>\n

No More Lipstick on Teeth<\/h3>\n

Lipstick is a central part of a makeup job, but one little slip and it’s ruined. Getting makeup on your teeth distracts onlookers from all the hard work you put into your style and might raise questions about your dental health, as well.<\/p>\n

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Before you pucker up your lips, apply a light coat of Vaseline to your teeth to protect against lipstick. It will feel a little weird to have petroleum jelly on your teeth, but it’s a small price to pay to look your best.<\/p>\n

Help Relieve Dry Pet Paws<\/h3>\n

Just like humans can suffer dry, cracked feet, so can pets have those same issues. In fact, since pets rarely wear protection on their feet, it’s often much worse.<\/p>\n

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If your dogs have to walk on hot sidewalks or pavement, you know they can suffer. As soon as you notice that your pet’s paws might not be in prime condition, put petroleum jelly on them.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Since it first hit the market in 1872, Vaseline has been the go-to brand of petroleum jelly. Chemist Robert Cheesebrough came up with the stuff, but even he had no idea how many different uses people would come up with. There\u2019s probably a jar of the stuff somewhere in your home \u2013 or at least […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1641,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1633"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1633"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1633\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1651,"href":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1633\/revisions\/1651"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1641"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1633"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1633"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/jollypulse.co.nz\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1633"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}