13. Repair Scratched CDs/DVDs

Est. Cost: $1-$2*
Purpose: Fixes minor scratches
Though you might be wondering who still buys CDs and DVDs when so many streaming services are available, a lot of people do. And, for those people, you can use Vaseline to fix minor scratches in your discs.

Repair Scratched CDs/DVDs @techzaada/Youtube.com
Just apply Vaseline to the scrape to smooth it, rubbing it on with a soft, dry, clean cloth. Wipe off the excess, and the CD or DVD should be good to go, with no more annoying skips or pauses from the scratch. Of course, this only works for minor scratches that aren’t too serious.

14. Keep Doorknobs, Hinges, Light Switches, Etc. Paint-Free

Est. Cost: $1-$2*
Purpose: Can keep paint off of things while you do your DIY project
Calling all DIYers, this hack is for you. You can apply Vaseline to doorknobs, hinges, lightswitch panels, and the like to mask surfaces where you don’t want paint to stick. This comes in handy when you’re painting, and all you need is a thin layer.

Keep Doorknobs, Hinges, Light Switches, Etc. Paint-Free @axiuminspections/youtube.com
For example, if you’re painting a door, you can first apply a thin layer of Vaseline to the doorknob. When you’re done painting, remove the Vaseline, and it will take any droplets of paint with it, leaving the knob unstained.

15. Prevent Hair Dye From Staining Your Skin

Est. Cost: $1-$2*
Purpose: Vaseline keeps skin clean while dying your hair
Dying your hair at home is a popular trend, especially as people are trying to save money these days. When dying your hair at home, it can be hard to keep your skin from getting stained in the process. Luckily, Vaseline can help.

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Before you dye your hair, apply a layer of Vaseline to the skin around your neck and hairline. This will keep the hair dye at bay. When you’re done dying your hair, just remove the Vaseline barrier from your still-clean skin.

16. Make A DIY Lip Scrub

Est. Cost: $8*
Purpose: Vaseline and Epsom salt make a great lip scrub
According to Nivea, a skincare brand, it’s important to use a lip scrub from time to time because doing so can prevent chapped lips. Lip scrubs are made from an emollient and exfoliant, and they remove dead skin cells from lips to improve their appearance and health.

Make A DIY Lip Scrub @Mummysrecipe/youtube.com
Rather than buy a lip scrub, you can make your own from Vaseline and Epsom salt. Mix a few tablespoons of the salt with a teaspoon of Vaseline until the scrub is at your desired consistency. Then apply it, exfoliating the dry, dead skin from your lips.

17. Lipstick Lasts Longer With Vaseline

Est. Cost: $7-$17*
Purpose: A lip brush and Vaseline prevents lipstick from drying out
Bustle, Allure, Refinery29, and other beauty sites have been broadcasting the wonders of this Vaseline hack for a while. Vaseline can make lipstick last longer, and all you need is the jelly and a clean lip brush.

Lipstick Lasts Longer With Vaseline ©Nicky J Sims/Getty Images
When you apply a matte lipstick color, finish it off with a layer of Vaseline. This will give it a glossy finish, and it will also keep the matte pigment from drying on your lips and fading, too. You can find lip brushes for $5-$15 at stores like Ulta and Target.

18. Fix Scuffed Shoes

Est. Cost: $1-$2*
Purpose: Vaseline gets scuff marks out of leather shoes
Leather polish is a good product, and it does its job, but it’s usually not something people just have on-hand. Luckily, Vaseline can do the same thing for cheaper, fixing scuffs on leather shoes, gloves, handbags, boots, etc.

Fix Scuffed Shoes @menfashionworlld/Instagram.com
All you have to do is apply a thin layer of Vaseline to the shoes. Then, buff scuffs with a soft cloth until you achieve a sleek shine. This hack can bring anything leather back to life, and it only costs a couple bucks.

19. Get Rid of Blackheads

Est. Cost: $5-$10*
Purpose: Plastic wrap and Vaseline can clear blackheads
Once again, we have social media to thank for this hack, as a woman went viral a while back for getting rid of her blackheads using nothing but plastic wrap and Vaseline. To do this blackhead-clearing hack, apply Vaseline to your nose (or wherever the problem spot is).

Get Rid of Blackheads /Facebook.com
Then, take plastic wrap and cover the area. Let the wrap and jelly sit for a few hours. Once you remove it, take Q-tips and push the blackheads out of your nose, starting at the top and working down the bridge to the nostrils.

20. Dissolve Eyelash Glue

Est. Cost: $1-$2*
Purpose: Removes glue remnants and false lashes
People love their falsies, but getting them off (and on) is not always easy. Make sure you have Vaseline on-hand, as you’ll thank yourself when it’s time to take your fake eyelashes off. Petroleum jelly is able to get rid of pesky eyelash glue.

Dissolve Eyelash Glue ©NEERAZ CHATURVEDI/Shutterstock
In addition to dissolving those remnants, you can also use Vaseline to make lashes easier to remove right off the bat. Put Vaseline along the strip of lashes; this will loosen the glue, making the falsies easy to gently pull off.

21. Heat-Protect Your Hair

Est. Cost: $1-$2*
Purpose: Keeps hair from getting damaged by hot hair tools
This is a great hack for girls with natural hair who want to avoid heat damage. Once hair is heat-damaged, you can’t fix it, as the protein bonds and cuticles are permanently altered. If your hair gets too damaged, you’ll have no choice but to cut it off and start anew.

Heat-Protect Your Hair @shaleitra/Youtube.com
Not a fun option, right? Luckily, Vaseline can help. When you’re blow-drying or using hot hair tools, apply Vaseline to your strands beforehand in a thin layer. This will keep your hair from getting too rough or dry from the heat.

22. Get Rid of Razor Bumps

Est. Cost: $1-$2*
Purpose: Vaseline prevents and treats razor bumps
Razor bumps are the worst, as they are painful, red, and rash-like, and they are also quite noticeable, depending on where they are. Vaseline can help treat and prevent these bumps, according to Today.com.

Get Rid of Razor Bumps ©Prostock-studio/Shutterstock
Apply Vaseline right after you shave. Vaseline and its moisturizing properties will reduce irritation and skin redness immediately, working to prevent razor bumps from forming. The Vaseline also creates a barrier, which shields your skin from repeated irritation.

23. Vaseline Can Prevent Scarring In Some Cases

Est. Cost: $1-$2*
Purpose: Put Vaseline on injuries to prevent scarring
Obviously, this hack only works for certain injuries, and it really depends on your skin type (whether you’re prone to scarring or not). You can use Vaseline to help seal in moisture, preventing scarred skin from drying out.

Vaseline Can Prevent Scarring In Some Cases @rzkptrperiod/Tik Tok
This, in turn, will improve the scars’ appearance, making skin look softer and smoother. Additionally, you won’t feel the need to itch, as the skin won’t be as dry, so there isn’t as high a risk of re-opening the wound when you have Vaseline on it.