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at January 11, 2018 0
Blackhead is one of the biggest concern among people with oily skin.It gives the skin an uneven appearance and imperfect makeup look.
How To Remove Nasty Blackheads Instantly
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Blackheads are caused due to excessive production of sebum, an oily substance that gradually becomes thick and blocks the skin pores.These built-up oil and debris inside the pores causes blackheads and whiteheads.
To remove and prevent the growth of blackheads it is important that you follow a good skin care regimen.Here are the 3 amazing steps that you must follow to get rid of those nasty, unwanted blackheads instantly.
3 Steps to Remove Blackheads Instantly
1.Steam your face
Fill a small bowl with 3 to 4 cups of water and bring it to a boil.Remove the vessel from the stove and immediately drape a towel over your head.
Steam your face for about 10 to 15 minutes.Steam won’t get the pores cleaned, but it opens clogged pores, loosens and softens the blackheads, making the removal of blackheads fast and easy.
2.Exfoliate with salt, honey and baking soda scrub
Prepare an exfoliating salt scrub using some basic ingredients from your kitchen.
Things that you need
  • 2 Tsp of salt
  • 1 Tbsp of honey
  • 1 Tsp of baking powder

Method


Combine all the above ingredients properly.Take few of this mixture on your fingertips and gently massage onto your nose in a circular motion.Target the oily areas of your nose, especially the sides and the tip of your nose.

Do this for at least 5 minutes.This removes dead skin cells, excess oil and black heads from the pores to help reveal clean and smooth nose.

3.Finally apply a homemade egg pore strip

Even after using natural scrubbing agents you may be left with few stubborn blackheads that cannot be removed easily from the pores.So, to get rid of those unwanted blackheads deep inside the pores try out this homemade egg pore strip.


Things that you need

 1 large egg white
1 tissue paper
A slice of lemon
Flat brush

Method

First, cut the tissue paper into small nose sized strips.Rub a slice of lemon on your nose before you apply the egg pack.Apply a layer of egg white mixture on your nose with the help of a flat brush and immediately cover that area with a strip of a tissue paper.

Once again repeat the process to make a second layer.Leave the pack for 30 minutes or until it dries completely.To remove, hold one end of the strip and gently pull it off.Finally wash your face with cold water to close the pores.

This is one of the most useful remedy to remove deep blackheads and excess oil from the pores

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at January 11, 2018 0
5 Natural Beauty Tips that will make you Glitter every day. I’m excited to share with my top 5 natural beauty tips that I’ve learned over the years doing skin care research and in naturopathic medical practice.
Get Rid of dry lips, dead skin or puffy eyes
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These are super easy to do at home with just a few ingredients.
As an alternative to expensive, invasive procedures and toxic skincare ingredients, I’m sharing these do-it-yourself tips to help you save time, money and your health.
And, the best part is you’re using the healing powers of nature and supporting your body’s innate healing capacities to look naturally beautiful.
1.ELIMINATE TIRED PUFFY EYES WITH CHILLED TEA BAGS
Briefly steep 2 green, black or chamomile tea bags in hot water for less than a minute. Then remove the tea bags from the water, and chill in a small bowl in the refrigerator. Once chilled, place 1 bag over each closed eyelid. Leave on your lids for 5 to 15 minutes.
2.USE RASPBERRIES AND COCONUT OIL FOR BRIGHTER LIPS
In a small saucepan on low heat, warm 1 Tablespoon coconut oil until liquid. Remove from heat and add 4 fresh or frozen red raspberries. Mash berries and blend until smooth. Place in a small glass container and refrigerate until firm. Use clean fingers or a lipgloss brush to smooth over lips. Make this fresh every few days.
3.HYDRATE DRY SKIN WITH COCONUT WATER
Start your morning with a glass of fresh unsweetened coconut water. And throughout the day drink filtered water. At meals include skin-hydrating foods such as wild salmon, avocado, olives, and coconut.
4.REMOVE DEAD SKIN AND REVITALIZE YOUR FACE WITH AN ORGANIC PAPAYA MASK
Many exfoliants contain abrasive ingredients that scratch your skin which can damage your skin and speed aging. Instead, it’s better to use an enzymatic exfoliant. Papaya contains the natural enzyme papain and pineapple contains the enzyme bromelain, which helps naturally exfoliate the skin, leaving it smooth and soft. Greener (unripe) papayas have higher amounts of papain, so opt for these to get the best exfoliation. If you have sensitive skin, use ripe papayas because they’re less likely to trigger an inflammatory reaction.
Scoop out a ¼ cup raw papaya flesh, mash or blend with 1 Tablespoon fresh pineapple until smooth. Apply to your dry face and leave on for 5 to 15 minutes. Then rinse with cool water. If you have sensitive skin, do a patch test on your arm before applying to face.
The alpha hydroxy acids and the enzymes in this recipe dissolve dry, dead skin. You only need to do this once or twice per week.
5.HYDRATE AND NOURISH LIPS WITH SHEA BUTTER
Traditional chapsticks contain petrolatum, mineral oil, and hormone-disrupting oxybenzone. Replace these with nourishing natural ingredients such as shea butter (or cocoa butter) and coconut oil. Make your own lip salve using equal parts of these ingredients:
1 cup of olive or almond oil
1 teaspoon echinacea root (optional)
1 teaspoon comfrey leaf
1 teaspoon plantain leaf (herb-not banana!)
1 teaspoon calendula flowers
1 teaspoon yarrow flowers
1 teaspoon rosemary leaf
1/4 cup beeswax pastilles
grapefruit seed extract or vitamin E oil
peppermint essential oil
5-10 drops of peppermint essential oil (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.Infuse the herbs into the olive oil. There are two ways to do this. You can either combine the herbs and the olive oil in a jar with an airtight lid and leave 3-4 weeks, shaking daily OR heat the herbs and olive oil over low/low heat in a double boiler for 3 hours (low heat!) until the oil is very green. You can also omit this step completely, or just a drop of each of the essential oils instead.
2.Strain the herbs out of the oil by pouring through a cheesecloth. Let all the oil drip out and then squeeze the herbs to get the remaining oil out.
3.Discard the herbs.
4.Heat 1/4 cup of the infused oil in a double boiler with the beeswax until melted and mixed. (save the extra oil for use on wounds/cuts or for another batch of lip salve).
5.Pour into small tins, glass jars or lip chap tubes and use on dry or chapped lips.
Hope these tips will help you

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at January 09, 2018 0
Broken blood vessels, which is known as telangiectasia rosacea in medical terms is a skin condition that occurs on the face or any other part of the body. People with fair, thin and sensitive skin are more prone to this skin ailment. People who suffer from rosacea also get attacked by this skin condition easily.
11 Safe and Effective Home Remedies for Broken Blood Vessels on Face
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In this skin ailment, the blood vessels get dilated and then break. As a result, broken blood vessels appear under the surface of the skin (the blood vessels are generally red or purple in color). It makes the person look older than his/her age.

What Causes Broken Blood Vessels on Face

Broken blood vessels or capillaries on the face is not a serious health concern but it makes you feel conscious and embarrassed most of the times. There are many treatments available to get rid of this condition but before that, it is equally important to know the causes of broken blood vessels on face.
Heredity: It plays a major role in this skin ailment. The person may get this ailment from his/her parents or grandparents.
Extreme Weather Condition: Too cold or hot weather can affect our circulatory system and cause broken blood vessels on face and other parts of our body.
Alcohol Consumption: Alcohol consumption affects our body in many ways. The chemicals in alcohol create a reaction in the blood vessels and raise them to the surface of the skin. It also stimulates the brain to interfere with the vascular system, thus causes redness on the face. Ill effects of alcohol on the liver also cause broken blood vessels 
Excessive Exposure to the Sun: Sunlight contains UV rays in it. So when the skin gets exposed to the sun, the UV rays in it dilate and break the blood vessels, which appear as red or purple lines on the face.


Pregnancy and Child Birth: Both of these conditions can contribute to broken blood vessels on face 

Growing Age: As the person gets older, she or he may get attacked with this skin condition as with age the skin becomes more prone to damages like broken blood vessels beneath the skin.
Skin Scrubbing: Harsh scrubbing of the skin or using hot water to wash the face also cause broken vessels on face.
Poor Diet: If we consume food that lacks sufficient amount of vitamins and minerals, then it will affect the regenerating capacity of our body and we may get attacked by this skin ailment.
Due to Certain Body Functions: A severe vomiting or a hard sneeze can raise pressure on the blood vessels which in turn cause broken blood vessels on face.

Home Remedies for Broken Blood Vessels on the Face

Broken blood vessels or broken capillaries on face can be treated with laser or chemical surgery, but there are many natural and safe remedies that you can try at home. These remedies are not only effective but also come without any side effects.

1. Arnica

As arnica flower is a good source of anti-inflammatory and skin soothing properties, it can be very well used to treat broken blood vessels on face.
Ingredients:
  • Dried Arnica Flowers – ¼ cup
  • Extra Virgin Coconut Oil – ½ cup
Process:
  1. In a cup, take coconut oil and mix the dried arnica flowers in it properly.
  2. Keep this arnica and coconut oil mixture in a sunny place for two weeks to get ready.
  3. Strain the arnica flowers and use the oil on the broken blood vessels.
  4. Use this oil twice a day to get rid of broken blood vessels on your face.

2. Aloe Vera 

Aloe vera is known as the wonder herb for the skin. It is a store house of anti-aging, anti-inflammatory and skin-moisturizing properties. So it is an effective ingredient to treat the broken blood vessels on your face.
Ingredients:
  • Fresh Aloe Vera Gel – 1 tsp
Process:
  1. Take the aloe vera gel and apply it on the affected area of your face.
  2. Leave for 10 to 15 minutes and then rinse off with cold water.
  3. Pat dry your face with a clean towel.
  4. Apply fresh aloe vera gel twice daily, once in the morning and once before going to the bed to get best results against broken blood vessels on face.

3. Cold Aloe Vera

This way of using aloe vera also helps to treat this skin condition effectively. It also offers a soothing and cooling effect to the skin.
Ingredients:
  • Aloe Vera Leaf – 1
  • Green Tea – 1 cup
Process:
  1. Take the aloe vera leaf and clean it with water.
  2. Pat it dry and keep it in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.
  3. Cut the outer layer of the leaf with a knife and scoop out the gel with the help of a spoon.
  4. Before going to bed clean your face with green tea and pat it dry.
  5. Rub aloe vera gel on the affected area few minutes.
  6. Follow this natural remedy every day for 2 weeks to get rid of broken blood vessels on your face effectively.

4. Grape Seed Oil

Grape seed oil is a good source of antioxidants. It also has anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties. It works as a good moisturizer. Its astringent properties work on the skin pores and make it healthy. It is one of the most effective ingredients that you can use to cure broken blood vessels on your cheeks and face.
Ingredients:
Grape Seed Oil – ½ tsp
Process:
  1. Take this oil and massage it on your face in circular motions for 5 minutes.
  2. Using this oil regularly can be helpful in treating this skin condition by making it healthy.

5. Grape Seed Oil and Whipped Butter

Butter with its moisturizing effects makes the skin healthy. So when it is combined with the goodness of grape seed oil, it works well to take care of the issue of broken blood vessels on your face.
  • Grape Seed Oil – few drops
  • Whipped Butter – 1 tsp
Process:
  1. Mix few drops of grape seed oil in the whipped butter and mix well to get a paste.
  2. Apply it on your face and leave for 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Wash off with normal water and pat dry your face with a cotton towel.
6. Apple Cider Vinegar
The anti-inflammatory properties of apple cider vinegar help to treat this skin condition by decreasing the size of the blood vessels on face.
Ingredients:
  • Apple Cider Vinegar – 1tbsp
  • Warm Water – 3 tbsp
  • Cotton Ball – 1
Process:
  1. Mix apple cider vinegar with water in a small bowl.
  2. Dip a cotton ball in this mixture and apply it on the broken capillaries.
  3. Leave for 15 minutes so that it can dry properly.
  4. Rinse off your face with water and pat dry the area with a clean towel.
  5. Follow this home remedy every day two times to treat broken capillaries on face naturally.

7. Horse Chestnut Seed Extract

Horse chestnut treats this skin condition by improving blood circulation to your face. It also improves vascular health.
Ingredients:
  • Horse Chestnut Seed Extract: 1 tsp
  • Grape Seed Oil – 1tsp
Process:
  1. Mix both the oils properly and apply this mixture on your face.
  2. Massage it in circular motions for 5 minutes and leave overnight.
  3. In the morning rinse it off with cold water and pat dry your face with a cotton towel.
  4. Using this home remedy regularly may help you to keep broken capillaries on your face under control.

8. Green Tomato

Green tomato has skin nourishment properties. Its use makes the skin healthy and protects it from various skin diseases.
Ingredients:
  • Medium Size Green Tomato – 1
Process:
  1. Cut the green tomato into thin slices.
  2. Put these slices on your face and leave for 5 to 6 minutes so that all the goodness of tomato can penetrate your skin to work faster.
  3. Clean your face with warm water and dry it with a cotton towel.
  4. You can apply a moisturizing cream if your skin feels dry.
  5. Follow this home remedy daily once for at least 10 days to treat the skin condition effectively.

9. Parsley 

Parsley is another ancient remedy to get rid of broken blood vessels on the face. Parsley contains a good amount of antioxidants that protect the skin from free radical damages when we age. It also contains a lot of Vitamin C which helps in skin rejuvenation.
Ingredients:
  • Parsley Leaf – a handful
  • Water – 100 ml
  • Milk – 50 ml
Process:
  1. Take 100 ml of water and to it add the parsley leaves.
  2. Boil it in low flame for 5 minutes, and then cover it with a lid and leave.
  3. After 15 minutes strain the parsley leaves and let it cool down completely.
  4. Mix the milk with it properly.
  5. Soak a clean towel in this mixture, and then apply it on your face and leave for 15 to 20 minutes.
  6. Wash your face with the remaining parsley liquid.
  7. Clean your face with cold water.
  8. Use this home remedy until you get rid of broken blood vessels on your face completely.

10. Sage and Milk

Sage has many medicinal properties that are beneficial for the skin. Its use makes the skin healthy. It also rejuvenates the aging skin. It is helpful for the skin problems which are related to veins. And when sage gets combined with the goodness of milk it works effectively to combat the issue of broken blood vessels on your face.
Ingredients:
  • Dried Sage Leave – 4 tbsp
  • Milk – 200 ml
  • Boiling Water – 200 ml
Process:
  1. In a sauce pan take the boiling water and add dried sage leaves to it.
  2. Cover it with a lid and leave for 10 minutes.
  3. Strain it and mix 200 ml milk in it.
  4. Now, clean your face with this milk and wait for 10 minutes.
  5. Wash your face with the remaining milk and leave for 10 minutes.
  6. Rinse off your face with cold water again.
  7. Using this natural remedy for broken capillaries on face every day, you can get back your blemish-free skin.

11. Essential Oil Remedy

Essential oils treat this skin condition by increasing blood circulation to the face. This remedy helps the blood to flow easily in the veins thus decreases the appearance of blood vessels on the face. Essential oils also prevent the blood vessels from losing their elasticity.
Ingredients
  1. Unrefined Avocado Oil – ¼ cup
  2. Calendula-infused Oil – ¼ cup
  3. Parsley Seed Essential Oil – 5 drops
  4. Geranium Essential Oil – 5 drops
  5. Lemon Essential Oil – 5 drops
  6. Cypress Essential Oil – 5 drops
  7. Amber Glass Dropper Bottle – 4 oz
  8. Small Funnel
Process:
  1. Pour avocado and calendula-infused essential oil to the amber glass dropper bottle by using the funnel.
  2. Add all other essential oils drop by drop to the bottle.
  3. Close the bottle and shake it well so that all the essential oils get mixed with each other thoroughly.
  4. Clean your face properly and apply 4 drops of this mixed essential oil on your face.
  5. In a circular motion massage your face gently and leave overnight so that all the goodness of the essential oils can penetrate deep into your skin.
Note: Use this remedy only at night because it contains lemon oil which is photosensitive.

Other Natural Remedies to Treat Broken Blood Vessels on Face

Sunflower Oil: The harmful UV ray is one of the main reasons that broken blood vessels appear on the face. In this case, sunflower oil comes as a savior as it works as a natural sunscreen lotion and gives protection from the harmful effects of the UV rays.
Rosehip Oil: Rosehip oil has the ability to treat various skin diseases like rosacea and spider veins. So its regular application can give relief from broken blood vessels on the face by reducing the redness of the veins.
Sacha Inchi Oil: Sacha inchi oil is a storehouse of antioxidants. It contains a good amount of Vitamin A and E which work wonders for the skin. These vitamins delay aging signs and help to keep the skin young. It also contains omega 3 and 6 fatty acids which are beneficial for the skin. Its anti-inflammatory property reduces the redness and soothes the skin. Its regular application helps to reduce red broken vessels from the face. You can also consume this oil with salads and juices for better results.
Vitamin E Oil: Applying Vitamin E oil is also considered as one of the most effective oil to treat this issue as it increases skin’s capacity to take moisture. Apply this oil on your face before going to bed and rinse it off in the morning and pat dry with a clean cotton towel.
Mineral Salt and Apple Cider Vinegar: This remedy decreases the burning sensation that is associated with broken blood vessels on face. 
Chamomile or Peppermint Tea: If you want to get rid of broken blood vessels on your face soon, then start taking either chamomile or peppermint tea twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening.
Witch Hazel: Witch hazel which is used to treat varicose veins may help to treat broken blood vessels on cheeks. Its astringent properties may fade the blood vessels on your face. Apply witch hazel extract on the affected skin with the help of a cotton swab twice or thrice daily to get good results against broken blood vessels on your cheek.
Butcher’s Broom Extract: The use of butcher’s broom extract boosts blood circulation. Applying butcher’s broom on the affected skin once a day helps you to get rid of this skin condition.
Lukewarm Water: Washing your face with lukewarm water also gives relief from this skin condition. It also offers a soothing effect to the skin that is affected with broken blood vessels.
Raw Manuka Honey: Massaging your skin with raw manuka honey increases the blood supply to the face area and heals the thinned up skin that got affected with broken blood vessels. It also decreases the redness of the face area as it contains hydrogen peroxide, which treats facial redness by increasing blood circulation.
How to Prevent Broken Blood Vessels on Face
The appearance of broken blood vessels on your face makes you feel conscious and most of the times it embarrasses you. You just do not want those lines on your face. So isn’t it great if we prevent this issue before it affects your face or if we check the reappearance of these broken capillaries on your face!
Eat Food that is Rich in Vitamin C and Lysine: Foods that are rich in Vitamin C like orange, kale, red peppers, brussels sprout, broccoli, strawberries, grapefruit, guava and foods that contain a good amount of lysine like cheese, turkey, soy, fish, shrimp, shellfish, beans, peas, lentil, etc., makes the skin healthy and strong enough to be affected by broken blood vessels. If you are already suffering from this skin condition, then start including these foods in your daily diet to combat it naturally and to stop the reoccurrence of the broken blood vessels on your face.
Wear Sunscreen:  UV ray of the sun is one of the main reasons of broken blood vessels on your face. So protect your skin from sun exposure. Always wear a good sunscreen lotion while going out during the day time. Also, wear sunglasses and hat while going out in the hot sun.
Be Aware of Windburn: Strong wind can also damage your facial skin and make it prone to broken blood vessels. So always wear a scarf around your face to protect it from the harshness of the strong wind.
Quit Alcohol: Alcohol consumption increases the number of broken blood vessels on your face.  So it is advisable to lessen alcohol consumption or quit it to get a damage-free skin. Avoid taking red wine as it may worsen the condition.
Quit Smoking: Like alcohol, smoking also worsens this skin condition by weakening and breaking the blood vessels. Quit smoking as soon as possible if you want to be away from this skin ailment.
Eat a Balanced Diet: Include more fruits and vegetables in your daily diet so that your skin can get all the vitamins and minerals essential for a healthy skin. Include leafy greens, citrus fruit, cucumber, broccoli, oranges in your everyday meal.
Avoid Extreme Weather Conditions: The sensitive skin of your face becomes prone to broken blood vessels when it is exposed to extreme weather conditions. It hampers the blood circulation to the face area and the blood vessels expand and contract as per the temperature. This situation, in turn, causes broken blood vessels.
Using home remedies is not only effective but also safe to cure broken blood vessels on the face. And at the same time, these home remedies do not have any side effects and they are cost-effective too.
But if your condition is severe and there is no improvement after using all these home remedies, then it is advisable to see a dermatologist for proper diagnosis and guidance to treat this issue of broken blood vessels on your face effectively.
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at January 08, 2018 0
The bananas are fruits that are considered to be a complete food, yet very often we underrate them. However, this exotic fruit has the potential to be the next great health revolution, because it’s loaded with nutrients.
If You Eat 2 Bananas Per Day For A Month, This Is What Happens To Your Body
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The yellow-skin fruit is high in natural sugars, sucrose, and fructose, various nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and fibers. The regular consumption of bananas is able to provide great health benefits.
Bananas are the most consumed fruits in the U.S., even more that the number of consumed apples and oranges together.
While they grow, they first have a green color, and they don’t have spots on the skin, but as the bananas become riper, the brown spots start to appear and they cover the entire fruit.
You should know that the ripe bananas are actually much healthier than the green ones – the more spots they have, the more TNF they contain. TNF is fighting against abnormal cells in the body, so the ripe bananas can actually fight cancer successfully. TNF is promoting the communication between the body cells and the immune system, and it also supports the movement of the cells
Research proved that ripe bananas contain TNF that blocks the spreading and growth of the tumor cells by inducing apoptosis (cell death). In addition, the bananas are rich in antioxidants that can boost the immune system and the blood cells count.
Hence, the next time you find brown spotted bananas, do not avoid them, buy them and eat them as they are, because they are going to provide the best health benefits, as well as lots of energy.
That’s not all. The bananas have numerous others benefits with their cancer-fighting ability. Here are some of the most important ones:

HEARTBURN

Bananas act as anti-acids, so they relieve acid reflux and heartburn, and all the unpleasant symptoms that come along. Only one banana is able to provide immediate results in case of heartburn.

TREATING CONSTIPATION

A few bananas are going to successfully treat constipation. Their fiber content leads to regular bowel movements and on that way, it prevents constipation.

ENERGY

One or two bananas before your daily workout are going to supply you with the needed energy for up to 1 hour. In addition, they are high in minerals, vitamins, and low-glycemic which are going to boost your endurance, and they will efficiently prevent muscle cramps, as a result of their high amounts of potassium.

BLOOD PRESSURE

Bananas can effectively lower the high blood pressure and prevent heart attacks and stroke because they reduce sodium. Moreover, they are very rich in potassium and on that way promote heart health.

TREATING ULCERS

This fruit is excellent in the case of stomach ulcers, because it won’t cause you pain, and their soft texture is going to coat the stomach’s lining. In this way, bananas are going to help you prevent irritations and corrosive acids.

BODY TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Bananas are able to efficiently regulate the body temperature and they are extremely useful in the case of fever.

FIGHTING DEPRESSION

Bananas contain a unique ingredient, called tryptophan, which is able to effectively treat depression. As soon as it enters your body, it’s turned into serotonin, which is a brain neurotransmitter, and that leads to relaxation and improved mood.

TREAT ANEMIA

Bananas supply our body with the needed dietary iron, and on that way they boost the blood supply as they stimulate the production of the red blood cells and hemoglobin.
Alleviates PMS/Nerves
Bananas can regulate blood sugar levels and they are extremely helpful in the case of stress. They are abundant in vitamin B, which soothes the nervous system and relaxes the body and mind, and it also enhances the mood.
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It’s interesting how some common household items can have a wide range of uses around the house. Take for instance, Vick’s VapoRub. This popular ointment is normally used for treatment of coughs, headaches, stuffy nose, throat and chest.
PUT SOME VICKS VAPORUB ON A GARLIC CLOVE. THE REASON? YOU’LL REGRET NOT KNOWING THIS EARLIER!
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But aside from being a powerful decongestant, this ointment can come in handy in a number of other unexpected situations. Read on and find out why you should always have a jar of Vick’s VapoRub at hand.
Put Some Vicks VapoRub On A Garlic Clove. The Reason You’ll Regret Not Knowing This Earlier!
1# Relieve headaches
Vick’s contains menthol, which is extremely beneficial for relieving headaches. Simply apply some of the ointment under your nose and inhale deeply.
2# Repel mosquitoes
The strong mint-smell of VapoRub can effectively keep mosquitoes away. Just rub some on your clothes and skin.
3# Treat acne
If you’re dealing with acne or some sort of skin inflammation, apply some of the ointment on the affected area several times a day.
4# Repel insects
If you’re a picnic lover, you don’t have to fear pesky bugs any more. Just rub some Vick’s on your neck, inner knees, elbows, and behind your ears. Open a jar of Vick’s and keep flies away.
5# Heal bruises
Speed up the healing of bruises by combining a pinch of salt and Vicks and applying it onto a fresh bruise. This prevents color changing and swelling.
6# Soothe sore muscles
Use this pungent-smelling ointment to massage your aching muscles. After the massage, wrap the affected area with a warm and dry towel. Raise your aching limb and relax until the pain subsides. Do the treatment 3 times a day.
7# Hydrate your skin
If you have dry skin, you can nourish it by smearing some VapoRub on.
8# Tennis elbow
You can easily relieve pain from tennis elbow by rubbing in some of the ointment. VapoRub contains menthol and camphor, both of which are extremely efficient in soothing muscle pain.
9# Cracked heals
To soothe and heal cracked heals, rub some Vick’s on, then put on a pair of warm socks. Leave overnight then rinse in the morning. You can exfoliate hard skin using a pumice stone. Do the treatment every night.
10# Nail fungus
Vick’s can effectively treat fingernail and toenail fungus. Apply it on the affected nail twice a day then put on a pair of cotton socks. Trim the nail step by step until the infected part falls out.
11# Relieve congestion and cough
To relieve congestion and cough, gently rub Vicks onto your chest and throat.
12# Protect your furniture from your pet
To prevent damage to furniture, rub some Vick’s to your walls, furniture and windows. This will keep your cat away.
13# Heal cuts and splinters
Vick’s can prevent infections as well as speed up the healing process of cuts and splinters.
14# Reek-free Racehorses
On the day of the race, professional racers apply the ointment under the nostrils of their racehorses to keep them distracted from the smell of female ponies and focused on the race.
15# Stretch marks
You can apply some Vick’s on stretch marks to reduce their appearance. Use regularly for 2-3 weeks to see improvements.
16# Control your pet’s peeing
Prevent your dog from peeing on the carper by opening a bottle of Vick’s in the area where your dog likes to pee the most.
17# Treat eczema
Relieve eczema-induced itching and inflammation by gently rubbing some Vick’s on the affected skin.
18# Relieve earache
To treat an earache, dip a cotton ball into the ointment then insert it into your ear. This will give you instant relief. Or, warm a garlic clove in your microwave for 10 seconds. Put a pinch of Vicks on one of its ends then carefully place the clove in your ear.
19# Athlete’s foot
Apply the ointment twice a day to treat Athlete’s foot.
20# Get rid of warts
Vick’s can treat warts too. Simply apply some of the ointment on the wart then cover with gauze. If doing the treatment regularly, the wart will fall off in 2 weeks.
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