USES OF VASELINE TO KEEP MAGNIFY YOUR BEAUTY
BY Nimisha Modi Hetvi
Hair & Beauty 0412350013
Hey Girls, We’re always looking for beauty products that multitask but you can’t get any multitask product and ended up to spend lots of money, so imagine our delight when we rediscovered a household staple that addresses so many of our daily issues. We’re talking about Vaseline.
Vaseline is made from a mixture of mineral oils and waxes, which, create a protective barrier to help the skin heal and retain moisture. But it also does much more.
Whether you’re looking to soothe a cut, rock a glossy lid or a treat a sunburn, uses for Vaseline.
1. MOISTURIZE HEAD TO TOE
After showering, apply it anywhere you see dry, flaky skin. For cracked heels, put on a pair of socks to lock in the moisture (and prevent future blisters later on).
2. Remove eye makeup
Don’t have makeup remover at your disposal? Just massage some Vaseline onto your lids and wipe that mascara away using a cotton pad.
3. Highlight your cheekbones
There’s no need for a pricey highlighter when you have Vaseline right in your medicine cabinet. Pat some onto the tops of your cheeks to create a dewy, light-catching look. (Just be careful if you have oily skin–you don’t want to clog your pores.)
4. Change the texture of your cosmetics
Vaseline is a great way to transform your matte or powder products into creams. Just combine the loose pigments with the jelly to create your own custom cream eyeshadow, blush or tinted balm.
5. Counteract split ends
Too much exposure to the sun, heat or chlorine from the pool can cause your hair to dry out, fast. Add a pinch of Vaseline to the ends for extra moisture and shine
6. Smooth down flyaway
isn’t the only thing that can help you tame your brows. A small dab of Vaseline on a Q-tip will do the trick just as well.
7. Define your lashes
No mascara, no problem. Apply a little jelly on your lashes and comb through for a natural sheen.
8. Avoid skin stains
The worst part about an at-home hair or nail color is the mess it leaves behind on your skin. A light coating of petroleum jelly around your hairline or your cuticles will prevent any staining from dyes or polishes.
9. Prolong your perfume
Give your fragrance lasting power by dabbing some Vaseline on your pulse points before spritzing on your favourite perfume.
10. Prevent self-tanning streaks
No one wants embarrassing streaks from a self-tanner. Cover any dry spots (i.e., around your knees, elbows and feet) to prevent an uneven application.
11. Create a DIY scrub
A simple DIY for when your skin needs a little TLC: Mix one tablespoon of sea salt or sugar and a spoonful of Vaseline to make your very own exfoliant. Put the paste on your lips (or anywhere on your body that needs smoothing) and gently massage before washing it off. Surprisingly smoother, glowing skin.
12. Keep shampoo away from your eyes
No more wishing you made your dry shampoo last one more day. Just apply some jelly above your eyebrows and watch the suds repel off to the sides of your face and away from your eyes.
13. Remove chewing gum from hair
Remember doing this as a child? Coat the gum and surrounding hair with a generous dollop of Vaseline and gently tug to remove the wad sans snags.
14. Keep lipstick off your teeth
Rocking a bold lip is fun until you realize it’s been on your teeth all day. Prevent this altogether by spreading a thin layer of Vaseline over your chompers before applying your lipstick. The jelly will create an invisible barrier that the color won’t stick to.
15. Create a flavored lip gloss
Remember those fun-flavored glosses of your youth? Make your own by combining a powder-based food mix (e.g., Kool Aid) and some petroleum jelly to create yours.
16. SOOTHE AN ITCHY SCALP
Reduce itching and dandruff by massaging a small amount of Vaseline into your scalp before washing your hair as usual. (Note: Using too much can make it difficult to remove, so make sure you use no more than a dime-size amount; for a deeper clean-out add a teaspoon of baking soda to your shampoo.)
17. Groom facial hair
Calling all moustache aficionados: A spot of Vaseline can keep your facial hair in check. Use it alone or combine it with some beeswax for added hold.
18. Hydrate your under-eyes
In a pinch, a dab of Vaseline will help lock in moisture while you sleep so that you wake up to fresh peepers, even when you run out of eye cream.
19. Relieve irritation
Whether you’re dealing with sunburn or razor burn, petroleum jelly can help. Tip: Stick the jar in the freezer beforehand and apply the cold jelly to your legs, forehead or any irritated spots for instant soothing.
20. Block swimmer’s ear
If you swim a lot and want to keep unwanted moisture out of your ears, try this: Coat two cotton balls with petroleum jelly, mould them to fit each ear and enjoy the rest of your swim.
21. CURE MINOR INJURIES
The top use for Vaseline? To heal any minor cuts and burns. Remember it’s best to clean and disinfect the area before application to prevent infections.
22. Relieve diaper rash
If your baby is dealing with diaper rash, clean the area, pat skin dry and put Vaseline over the sore spots to relieve some of the sting.
23. Ease back pain
No heating pad in sight? Heat a scoop of Vaseline in the microwave until it’s warm (two minutes or so) before massaging some onto your back for a warming effect.
24. Help heal new tattoos
Like minor cuts and burns, putting jelly on new tattoos can help speed up the healing process by keeping the area smooth and hydrated.
TO KEEP IN MIND
Although it’s important to use it for external purposes only.
Apart from that, always remember to clean your skin properly and allow it to dry before application. With these simple precautions, you can enjoy the many benefits of Vaseline.
See you girls next month…
