Almost every Latina I know has a tub of Vaseline sitting in her bathroom. The question is: Is she fully reaping petroleum jelly's benefits? Probably not! Most women just use it as a moisturizer or dab a little on their lips when they're looking chapped–but that's it. Meanwhile, this product does it all from smoothing out your ashy elbows, to masking split ends in-between trims, to even removing makeup. So if you don't have one of these at home, you better go get one! Here 12 ways you can beautify with petroleum jelly!
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Smooth cracked heels
Whenever my heels are looking dry and cracked, I slather on a thick layer of petroleum jelly all over my feet and then quickly cover them with socks. I usually do this right before bed and wake up with the smoothest feet ever.
Highlight
A makeup artist once told me the trick to a dewy, luminious complexion is dabbing on some Vaseline on your cheekbones and brow bones. I tried it and it really does work!
Groom brows
I have naturally full brows, I keep them tame by applying a bit of moisturizer or petroleum jelly using a cotton swab. It works better than most brow gels out there.
Smooth skin
You can use petroleum jelly to moisturize any part of your body, but I especially like to use it on those rough areas that tend to get ashy, like my elbows and knees.
Make your lashes grow
Growing up, I remember always seeing the women in my family apply petroleum jelly to their eyelashes before bed, supposedly it helps them grow.
It removes makeup
Whenever I'm out of makeup remover wipes, I resort to the coconut oil in the kitchen or the petroleum jelly in the bathroom. Works every time!
Make your perfume last
Want your perfume to last longer? Try massaging a little petroleum jelly to your neck and pulse points to help maintain the scent.
Seal split ends
Applying a teeny tiny bit of Vaseline can help smooth out split ends. But PLEASE don't put too much!
Hair color
There's a reason why your stylist always adds petroleum jelly to your hairline before a dye job: it's because it helps prevent any embarrassing stains that can show up on your forehead.
Soothes skin after shaving
For extra sexy looking legs, apply it all over right after shaving. They'll look better than if you had them waxed.
Eliminate wrinkles
My tía has been using petroleum jelly as an anti-aging treatment on her face for years. But if you have oily, acne-prone, or sensitive skin I don't suggest you try it. Petroleum jelly easily clogs pores.
Smooth cuticles
Out of cuticle oil? Don't stress! A little bit of petroleum jelly goes a long way!
