How to Put Vicks Vapor Rub on the Soles of Your Feet

Some people believe applying Vicks VapoRub to the soles of the feet will help relieve coughing.

Procter and Gamble’s Vick’s VapoRub is an ointment for cold relief. It appeals to those who wish to use natural methods for relief from their symptoms and would rather not ingest medicines. Although the manufacturer directs users to apply the ointment to the chest to relieve cold symptoms, some people believe that a generous application to the feet will relieve coughs faster, cure toe and nail fungus and stop snoring. There are unsubstantiated reports of success with this method although there is no supporting medical evidence.

Things You'll Need

• Pair of socks

Instructions

1. Wash and dry your feet to remove dirt and anything else that may act as a barrier to the ointment.

2. Apply a generous amount of the rub onto the soles of your feet before bed. Put a pair of socks on to prevent the ointment from staining your bed sheets. Do this carefully to avoid rubbing the ointment off your feet.

3. Go to bed. You may find that the ointment helps relieve your cough within a few minutes. Take the socks off the next morning and wash the ointment off your feet.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not apply Vick’s VapoRub to injured skin.

References

• Vicks: VapoRub Topical Ointment
• Snopes: Foot note

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish