Learn How To Make Your Own VapoRub At Home

By making your own vaporub you make sure that all the ingredients are of the highest quality and free of harmful preservatives. Also, you can do it with different fragrances.

The Vicks’ VapoRub (colloquially known as: “vaporú” or “bibaporú”) is a product recognized for its decongestant action, which contributes to relief in case of cold or flu. Would you like to prepare your own  homemade VapoRub ? If so, keep reading.

A simple chest massage with a little of this natural remedy can help unclog the nose and relieve congestion. However, that does not mean that you can “cure” the root problem. Therefore, you should use the home VapoRub within a proper care routine, while following the recommendations of your doctor or pharmacist.

VapoRub Features

There  are three active ingredients in VapoRub : menthol, camphor and eucalyptus oil. In short, the freshness of the ingredients is what helps relieve nasal irritation caused by congestion and helps open the airways. In addition, its moisturizing effect can improve a dry cough.

The VapoRub  can be applied topically to the skin of the chest or feet. On the other hand, it can also be diluted in water to make vapors.

According to the leaflet of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS), the VapoRub  is not indicated for people with chronic lung diseases, emphysema, asthma, whooping cough, recurrent obstructive bronchitis, pregnant women and children under six years of age.

In addition, you must be careful and do not prolong your dose as it can cause serious health problems and possible side effects due to the powerful action of camphor and menthol.

What else can the VapoRub be used for ?

In addition to its properties to relieve nasal congestion, the VapoRub can be used for the following that we are going to comment on.

Headaches

According to the following study, this drug – as it contains a base of menthol and eucalyptus – appears to be beneficial for migraines.

If you want to take advantage of it for this purpose, apply a little VapoRub to your temples and with the tips of your middle fingers, massage yourself gently in circular movements. You may notice in a few minutes how tension and pain begin to ease.

Eliminate rashes, pimples and pimples on the skin

Some people claim that the VapoRub  helps them eliminate skin blemishes. However, more and more medical reports from the American Contact Dermatitis Society deny this effectiveness and point to the danger of using this drug on the skin.

Many people experience irritation using the commercial version of VapoRub  because it is made up of different ingredients that can easily cause allergies. Therefore, we do not advise its use for this purpose.

The feet

When you get home after a busy day, you can apply a good amount of this ointment to the hardened areas of the skin of the feet and elevate the legs for a while to accelerate the relief.  You can also lie down and put your legs up, on a cushion, for example.

The combination of VapoRub  as a moisturizer and the pro-circulatory effect of elevating the legs provides a comforting sensation on the feet.

After the pedicure there are those who apply it to the feet and leave it to act for a while, to provide a greater sense of relief and well-being.

On the other hand, there are grandmothers who recommend putting a little of this ointment on the feet before going to sleep to improve the symptoms of cold and congestion. It should be noted that after the ointment is applied, the feet are put in socks.

Also, according to popular wisdom, this would serve to improve cold symptoms and, in addition, it would help combat foot fungus.

Relieve sore muscles

When you exercise or do sports, your muscles can ache the next day. A good way to alleviate this discomfort is by massaging the affected area with VapoRub . The ingredients warm the skin. This thermal effect increases circulation in the area, which attracts nutrients and helps dissipate toxins, speeding up recovery.

Recipes to make homemade VapoRub

These simple recipes with easy-to-find ingredients will help you prepare a natural version of the VapoRub . And with the same effects!

1.  Homemade VapoRub recipe with cocoa butter and rosemary

To prepare your home VapoRub you can choose the following recipe. It will have a very smooth texture and a delicious aroma.

Ingredients

• 100 milliliters of coconut oil (it can also be almond or olive oil).
• 20 drops of eucalyptus essential oil.
• 10 drops of rosemary essential oil.
• 20 drops of peppermint essential oil.
• 200 grams of cocoa butter.

Preparation

• Put the cocoa butter in a double boiler and leave it to simmer.
• When it is liquid, always stirring to mix well, remove from heat and add the coconut oil (or whatever you have chosen).

• Finally, pour in the essential oils one by one while stirring.
• When you get a homogeneous mixture, remove it into an opaque glass jar with a tight lid.
• Put it in a dark place and wait for it to solidify.
• You can keep it in that container for a year.
• Use it as many times as you want.

2.  Homemade VapoRub recipe with wax and lavender

With a hint of beeswax and lavender, this homemade VapoRub recipe is ideal for those who, in addition to getting relief from the discomfort of the common cold, want to relax after a workout or work session.

Ingredients

• 120 milliliters of olive oil.
• 240 milliliters of coconut oil.
• 170 milliliters of beeswax (grated).
• 35 drops of eucalyptus essential oil.

• 30 drops of peppermint essential oil.
• 15 drops of rosemary essential oil.
• 15 drops of lavender essential oil.
• 10 drops of camphor essential oil.

Preparation

• In a saucepan, pour a little water. Place another smaller pot inside and pour all the ingredients together.
• Heat in a water bath and stir until a homogeneous mixture is left and the wax melts well.
• Pour into a glass container and leave at room temperature to cool and solidify.

Important note : Not recommended for use in babies or children under two years of age.

3. Simple VapoRub recipe

The simplest recipe to make your own homemade VapoRub is the one that combines eucalyptus essential oil with coconut oil (although it could also be made with coconut butter).

Ingredients

• 60 milliliters of coconut oil
• 12 drops of eucalyptus essential oil.

Preparation

• Heat the coconut oil and add the eucalyptus oil.
• Mix well and let it cool.
• An hour later it will have solidified.
• If you can’t find eucalyptus oil, you can choose lavender or chamomile (for babies under two months) or tea tree (for babies over six months).

Always use your VapoRub c asero responsibly

The VapoRub home is a product for external use should always be used with caution, because in large amounts can be counterproductive. If symptoms persist or worsen, do not abuse the recommended dose and consult your doctor or pharmacist.