A small cup that costs a few crowns, and at the same time more than half of the household helpers can handle it. Vaseline is no longer just a rescue for dry lips. You might be surprised what you can solve with her at home: quickly and without unnecessary chemistry.
Vaseline is one of those inconspicuous things that we have had at home for years and only rarely reach for it. At the same time, it is a universal grease that repels water, protects surfaces and facilitates work in the entire household. It was originally created as a panacea and still maintains its reputation as a reliable home helper. In addition to skin care, it is also used for cleaning, minor repairs and prevention of inconveniences that we sometimes encounter at home.
Vaseline is a versatile helper not only in skin care. Watch the video and discover 8 ways to use it elsewhere at home:
Helper with cleaning and minor accidents
One of the lesser-known abilities of petroleum jelly is its . It can deal mainly with grease, for example from make-up or lipstick on towels, sheets or clothes. Just gently rub a small amount into the stain and only then wash the textile. Vaseline is surprisingly effective for cosmetic stainsbecause it binds oils that ordinary detergents often cannot deal with on their own.
It also works great for interior painting. You don’t have to take off the handles or cover every detail. When you coat them with a thin layer of Vaseline, the paint won’t stick to them and simply wipe it off with a cloth when you’re done. The same trick can be used on floor edges or window frames.
You can’t forget the candles either. If the wax drips onto your desk or dresser, don’t panic. After it hardens, apply Vaseline around and on the stain itself, let it work for a while, and the wax will then go down much easier, without scratching or damaging the surface.
Clever tricks for the workshop and the garden
Vaseline can help even where you might not expect it. Metal tools, scissors or garden equipment will be protected from rust if they are coated with a thin layer before storage. It works as protection against moisturewhich you will especially appreciate during the winter or when not in use for a long time.
Another practical use can be found in light bulbs, especially those placed outside in the garden. If you apply a small amount of Vaseline to the thread before screwing in, the bulb will not get stuck after a while and can be unscrewed without any problems. The same principle applies to the garden hose. Vaseline on the thread will help seal the joint and prevent .
A small miracle that is always worth having at hand
Vaseline is simple, cheap and surprisingly versatile. One cup is enough and you have a helper at home for beauty, cleaning and minor repairs. Maybe you’ll soon start picking it up more often and find that some problems are much easier to solve with it than you were used to.
