Petroleum jelly in it's raw form was a curse to the U.S. in the late 1800's. It had a parafin like consistency that stuck to the shaft of their rigs and caused them to seize up. The chemist, Robert Cheseborough created a gel by distilling thin oil rendered from the raw material the drillers liked to call "rod wax." In 1870 Cheseborough opened his first factory in Brooklyn, New York, under the brand name "Vaseline" as an ointment for skin injuries. Since that time people have discovered the wonder ointment is good for dozens of things. Here are just a few.
1. Water rings on wood furniture: rub petroleum into damaged area with your fingers and let stand for a few hours or overnight. In the morning remove excess jelly with a paper towel and buff with a soft cloth.
2. Super glue cap: often after it's first use, the super glue cap ends up stuck fast to the tube and can't be used again. Put a thick coat of jelly inside the cap threads to keep it from gluing itself shut. This will also work on any cap or lid that may stick.
3. Squeeky doors: quiet a squeaky door hinge with a coating of petroleum jelly on the hinge pin. Your door will be quiet and you don't have to worry about messy drips.
4. Hair coloring: to keep hair color from staining your sking, apply petroleum jelly along the hairline and ears before you begin.
5. Cuts and sores: when petroleum jelly first hit the market, it's purpose was to proct cuts and scrapes from bacteria and moisture.
6. Moisturizer: If you have sensitive skin petroleum jelly can be used as an all over body moisturizer. It contains no chemicals.
7. Outdoor lights: a thin coating of petroleum jelly on light bulb threads will prevent them from sticking when they need to be replaced.
8. Sticky drawers: apply petroleum jelly along the runner on a sticky drawer to make it glide freely.
9. Rough feet: If you have hard, calloused feet, apply petroleum jelly to your feet after bathing. Apply within the first few minutes before all the moisture evaporates. It will make yur feet softer, and act as a moisture barrier to keep your feet from drying out. Be careful, do not slip.
10. Makeup remover: use a tissue with petroleum jelly to remove makeup, especially mascara easily.
11. Diaper rash: use in place of expensive ointments and creams to prevent diaper rash.
12. Tight finger rings: apply to your finger and ring will easily slide off.
Why spend unnecessary money on countless bottles, cans and jars of chemical products when one inexpensive jar of petroleum jelly can do it all. It's easy on the environment, contains no allergens or chemical and is easy on the wallet. More to come later on beauty tips using petroleum jelly.
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