5 Unexpected Ways to use Petroleum Jelly aka Vaseline.

Vaseline is a petroleum jelly which you find in most homes. Its good for quite a number of things such as bodycream for the family irrespective of complexion, its applied to burns and scraps(which is very wrong by the way), some people also use it as lip balm to moisturize their lips against cracks. Did you know that you can use your Vaseline or any petroleum jelly for this 5 things?



Use for Organic craft projects

Food carvings such as potatoes,yam, plantain and other organic art projects can have their life extended by applying a small amount of Vaseline into their edges, to keep the carved edge from going dry or rotting. We all know it will eventually dry, but you can help slow the process by applying a reasonable amount of petroleum jelly to preserve it longer

Use as a grease for rusted door hinges

Sometimes we are frightened by the noise that comes from our doors and the knobs, or bicycle chains that needs constant oiling. Hey the goodnews is you can lubricate these belongings of yours with a good amount of vaseline to put them back in shape and to eradicate the noise.

A tiny dab of Vaseline, can put the shine on your shoe

Putting a considerable amount of Vaseline on glossy shoes, purses, bags and other surfaces can help restore the shine and texture of those surfaces.

Efficient Makeup Remover

Did you know that Vaseline can help remove makeup faster and better than most liquid makeup remover. It not only cleans your makeup but leaves your skin moisturized. It can  also be used to take off make up stains from your clothing item. I also read somewhere that it could be used as a mascara to keep the eyelashes growing healthily! I need to try this, maybe I could save a little on mascara.

Best Cuticle Softner

Rub Vaseline on your nails two to three times daily for better looking cuticles. It is a great way to care for your finger tips, and it also helps to revive your nail polish after a week or two of applying it on your finger nails.

Here you have it readers, if you didnt know the wonders of this product, now you know....

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