The little blue tub seems to be part of every mom’s arsenal of home remedies.
Otherwise, you’re going to have some stinky, messy sheets in the morning.
(Socks are cheaper and more expendable, butBright Sidestill suggests using an old pair.)

However, VapoRub should never be used in place of a doctor prescribed treatment or medication.
What is applied to the feet, stays on the feet.
As always, you should immediately discontinue use of any product that irritates your skin.


