7 Unexpected Ways to Use Petroleum Jelly

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Back in the day, folks used petroleum jelly as an ointment to heal skin ailments. Over the years, people have discovered its many wonderful benefits and majority use it for its moisturizing properties which make it suitable for cosmetic purposes.

Here are 7 unexpected ways you can use petroleum jelly:

1.) Eye Makeup Remover

Running out of makeup remover is one of a makeup junkie's worst nightmares. Waterproof makeup can especially be hard to remove from the eyes so the thought of using water and soap can be frightening as you know from first-hand experience that it can go to raccoon city real quick. But fear not, the handy petroleum jelly is a suitable alternative. It's not only inexpensive; it's good for the skin too, according to Byrdie.

2.) DIY Bath Scrub

If you're a fan of luxurious baths but can't really afford to shell out money for those high-end bath scrubs for every time you take a bath, here's a DIY scrub from The Chriselle Factor. The recipe calls only for two ingredients: petroleum jelly and brown sugar. The ratio depends on your liking but if you want a moisturizing scrub mix half the ratio of Vaseline for every cup of brown sugar.

3.) Helps Earrings Glide in More Easily

If you need to wear earring for a special occasion but find yourself in a bit of a pinch because you don't wear them often, rub a bit of Vaseline on your earlobes for a bit to help the earrings go in more easily, according to Allure. Of course, this comes with the precaution that your ears have already been pierced but not totally "closed."

4.) Prevents Hair Dye Stains

Let's face it, salons can be pretty expensive and that is why DIY hair coloring kits are pretty useful if you just want to touch up gray hairs or re-color the roots. According to AOL, putting petroleum jelly all over the hairline, neck and ears can prevent your skin from hair dye stains.

5.) Prevents Nail Polish Stains

If you're feeling a bit artsy and want to do a bit of nail art and such, a good way to prevent nail polish from going to the sides of your nails is by putting petroleum jelly around it, according to All You. From then on, it's a simple and fuss-free clean up for your freshly painted nails.

6.) Takes Out Lipstick Stains

Take out lipstick stains from cloth by putting petroleum jelly on the site of the stain and wash as usual, Reader's Digest reports.

7.) Adds Glow to Bronzer

If you want to add glow to your tan, mix some petroleum jelly with your liquid bronzer and have shiny and healthy looking skin, according to Seventeen.