Vicks VapoRub is a classic medicinal ointment that has been used to treat the common cold, as well as coughs and pain surrounding your joints and muscles.

While this product is mostly healthy, one ingredient put in by the manufacturer, petroleum, has been linked to an assortment of health issues.

Which is why we've brought you a recipe to make your very own petroleum free VapoRub at home, but first, take a look at some of the amazing uses for it...