What is petroleum jelly? A type of mineral oil extracted from crude oil, used in ointments and creams, and melts at 31 °C.

A Little-Known Benefit

Toilet cisterns often leak water or malfunction because of constant limescale buildup. If petroleum jelly is applied to the plastic parts of the cistern's internal pump, limescale will not form. This problem can be delayed as well.

  • Used for cracked hands and feet, and chapped lips.
  • If applied to the face (including the forehead and ears) before hair dyeing, the dye will not stain the skin.
  • When you wear a newly bought pair of shoes for the first time, if you apply petroleum jelly to your feet, your feet will not be bothered and swelling will not occur. Especially for summer shoes and evening shoes.
  • It also acts like a thin sock, providing comfort when wearing shoes that do not fit your feet.
  • During lice infestations, it is applied to the hair to remove lice, and 15 minutes later the hair is combed to get rid of them. Since it will be hard to remove from the hair, using lavender oil would be healthier.
  • Applied with the help of a sponge to the door seals and window weatherstripping of your car, it minimizes squeaks coming from the doors and windows.
  • If applied to curtain rods, it helps the curtains close smoothly.
  • Mountain climbers apply it to their shoes so they do not absorb water. It should not be used in dusty, dirty environments.
  • It prevents metals from rusting. If you will not use bicycles or similar vehicles for a long time, it protects them from rust.
  • It makes tires look shiny and protects them.
  • It is used to speed up finger movements for people who play musical instruments, especially those who use instruments like the flute.
  • Leather boots dry out in the heat; it is used to care for them.
  • It protects tattoos from water.
  • It is used for nail care.
  • If applied before shaving, it prevents cuts; if used after shaving, it prevents the stiffness and ingrown growth of hairs. Especially for shaving young children.
  • If you spray perfume or deodorant onto petroleum jelly applied to your wrist, it will last longer.
  • You can easily remove a ring stuck on your finger by applying petroleum jelly to the finger.
  • It is used to remove eye makeup.