Other Viral Uses for Vicks VapoRub
While you have the jar out, here are a few other “hacks” people use Vicks for:
- Fungal Toenails: Some claim applying it daily can help clear up mild toenail fungus (due to the eucalyptus and thymol).
- Bug Bites: The cooling menthol can temporarily relieve the itch of a mosquito bite.
- Headaches: A tiny dab on the temples (avoiding the eyes!) can create a cooling sensation that distracts from tension headaches.
Conclusion
So, should you put Vicks VapoRub on your feet before sleeping?
If you are looking for a scientifically proven cure, stick to your doctor’s advice, plenty of fluids, and a humidifier. But if you are looking for a comforting, harmless home remedy that might just trick your brain into feeling better and help you sleep through a coughing fit?
Grab the socks and give it a try. You might just wake up feeling like a new person!
