Uses and Benefits of Vaseline for Skin, Lips, and Hair

  1. Stretch marks and orange peel skin: the Vaseline and coconut oil duo

Mix equal parts petroleum jelly and coconut oil, then apply generously to the marked areas. Leave on overnight. The result: more supple skin and  visibly reduced irregularities .

  1. Naturally tinted lips with beetroot

Add a pinch of beetroot powder to a dab of Vaseline for a restorative treatment and a  pink gloss effect  all in one.

  1. Cracked heels? Socks + Vaseline = a gentle wake-up call

Before going to sleep, massage your heels with Vaseline and put on socks. A simple yet effective tip for getting  soft feet again .

  1. Pigmentation spots: Vaseline and turmeric as targeted treatment

A touch of turmeric mixed with petroleum jelly, and you get a targeted treatment to even out skin tone. Avoid if you have very oily skin.

  1. Eyelashes strengthened with vitamin E

A little petroleum jelly with the contents of a vitamin E capsule applied to the eyelashes every evening helps to  strengthen them naturally .

  1. To help heal minor wounds

Petroleum jelly protects the wound from air and promotes better healing. A gentle alternative to traditional antiseptic creams.

  1. An ultra-gentle makeup remover

A cotton ball, a little Vaseline, and voilà! Even waterproof makeup disappears smoothly, without damaging the skin.

  1. Homemade anti-wrinkle remedy: Vaseline and olive oil

A revisited grandmother’s recipe to moisturize marked areas such as hands, legs or face.

  1. Glowing cheekbones, even without makeup

A tiny bit of Vaseline on the cheekbones: the  natural glow effect  without any foundation.

  1. Bye-bye dry skin

Mix coconut oil, olive oil, and petroleum jelly to create a homemade nourishing balm to apply after your shower.

  1. To smooth frizz and protect ends

A small amount on dry hair helps tame unruly strands and protect split ends.

  1. Coffee Radiance Scrub

Mix petroleum jelly, coffee powder, and almond oil. Massage gently, then rinse:  soft and luminous skin guaranteed .

  1. Tired eye contour

A blend of petroleum jelly, turmeric and sweet almond oil to apply under the eyes to reduce dark circles and signs of fatigue.

What you need to know before you start

Vaseline is a valuable ally… provided you use it correctly. It’s ideal for dry to very dry skin, but can be too occlusive for oily or blemish-prone skin.

Bonus tip:  Always use pure petroleum jelly,  without perfume or additives , to avoid any skin reactions.

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