Apart from alleviating a congested chest during a cold, menthol rub can also be used to treat other pains and aches as well as stop your beloved cat from ruining your furniture. Here are some interesting uses of menthol rub that you may just want to try.
Works as an insect repellent
Try using an open jar of menthol rub to repel mosquitoes, flies, and other insects. It’s perfect when you suddenly run out of repellent or you have left it at home.
Relieves headaches
Menthol helps lower blood pressure in your head and, as a result, relieves pain. Just rub a little on your forehead.
Prevents pet incidents
Things happen, and if you don’t want your pet to pee inside your house, leave some menthol rub in those places where the incidents happen more often. Veterinarians say that both dogs and cats can’t stand the smell of menthol, so this method will definitely work.
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Takes good care of your feet
Before going to bed, apply some menthol rub to your heels, especially to the cracked and dry areas, and put your socks on. Make sure you’re using old socks because the next day they will have a super strong menthol smell. In the morning, wash your feet with cold water, use a pumice stone to scrub away dead skin, and then apply your regular foot care product. Keep doing so every night, and soon you’ll see some noticeable results.
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Stops your cat from ruining your furniture
If your cat loves to scratch everything it can get its claws on, such as doors or new curtains, leave some menthol rub there. Your furry little friend will learn their lesson and will stop ruining your furniture.
Help get rid of bruises
Gently rub some menthol on your bruise, and observe the healing process. The ointment will reduce all the swelling, and the bruise itself will disappear faster.
Relieves an earache
Here’s one simple way to relieve an earache: put a small cotton ball with menthol rub in your ear, and leave it there for a few hours until you see your doctor. Remember: although this method does help relieve ear pain, it doesn’t cure the infection itself. So it’s very important that you consult your health professional as soon as possible.
Relieves muscle and back pain
Thanks to its natural ingredients, menthol helps to relax stressed muscles. If you’re suffering from “tennis elbow,” try massaging some menthol rub on the affected area until the pain is gone.
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