This hack might not be for those with smelly feet. A simple and effective way to deal with a sore throat is to massage some VapoRub around it. The unfortunate and unintended consequence of this is that the VapoRub is so close to the face that it might become annoying with fumes.
To bypass this, the age-old trick is to wrap a sock around the throat once the VapoRub has been applied, and, in particular, a man’s sock! That might be an old suspicion, but, in any event, make sure not to wrap the sock too tightly!
Harmonious Hemorrhoids
This ailment is usually the butt of all jokes. Now that we got our one free hemorrhoid joke out the way let’s move on! VapoRub is, without doubt, a very unorthodox ointment for hemorrhoids, but sufferers have stated that a light application of the jelly provides instant relief.
Vicks asserts that VapoRub must only be used externally. Therefore, it is not advisable to apply the VapoRub to the hemorrhoid directly—instead, a light application of VapoRub around the edges where itchiness, irritation, and discomfort are occurring.
Chafe Resistant
New shoes can be an ankle’s worst enemy. You have picked out that perfect pair of Jimmy Choos, but your ankles are not pleased with your purchase. A VapoRub hack might help your ankles and shoes be better neighbors!
Prevent chafing around ankles by plying a teensy-weensy strip of VapoRub around them where the shoe meets. The VapoRub will prevent excessive chafing from occurring. This can be applied around the Achilles Heel, as well. As always with materials, test on an inconspicuous spot beforehand!
Fat Burning
Rumor has it that VapoRub can, very possibly, act as a fat-burning cream. Now, we have to stress the “rumor” part because this hack is purely anecdotal, and no studies have been done to prove it. There are a number of ways that VapoRub hackers purport this works.
The simplest way is to simply lather a freshly cleaned part of the body where you wish to lessen fat and let it simply break down the fat. Another method is to create a paste of VapoRub and sodium bicarbonate, and after applying the paste, wrap the area in cling wrap.
Headache Balm
Vicks company itself actually suggests this hack. The menthol in the VapoRub adds heat that helps loosen blood vessels. The mere smell of the VapoRub is also known to provide a calming sensation, thus reducing stress and instantly aiding in the dissolution of the headache.
The VapoRub may be applied to any part of the head that the pain is emanating from, except for around the eyes and nostrils. We might throw out our headache pills for this good cheap, effective, and mini spa treatment!