Vicks VapoRub is my go-to ointment for anytime I have the sniffles - whether resulting from a cold, the flu, or seasonal allergies. It goes to work immediately to ease my congestion and open my airways so that I can breathe easily again. My mother used this on me when I was a child, and I've grown fond of my little blue pot of Vicks. Yes, it has that distinctive smell, but it works like a charm. My friends and colleagues always know when I'm feeling congested - they can smell the Vicks on me! I don't care that I might "smell like old lady" because when I'm having respiratory issues, anything that alleviates the congestion is a good thing. And Vicks VapoRub Topical Ointment is indeed a good thing.

My Mom started using Vick's Vaporub on me when I objected to the old MUSTARD PLASTERS It works wonders to help decongest the nasal passages. Recently my cousin told me if you have a nagging cough, to rub VICKS on the soles of your feet, and cover with warm socks, before you go to bed....I have no idea how it works to stop the cough, but it DOES!!!! I usually tuck a jar in each care package that I send to my granddaughters, at University. I try to buy it when it is ON SALE and WITH A COUPON To use it on my younger grandchildren, I usually "cut" it with vaseline, so it won't burn their tender skin.

I have used VapoRub for probably my entire life. It is a gentle way to ease mild to moderate stuffiness, coughing and sore throats. My kids also use it and find it effective.

Best of all, since it's a topical treatment, it will not interfere with any oral medication you might also be taking. The only potential issues I've had is that if you use it for several nights in a row you might get a mild breakout on your chest or throat, and some people find the scent a little too strong (though this is part of what's helping!). It's also not as effective if you have severe stuffiness/coughing.

This is a very inexpensive and easy to use remedy, so it's worth trying at least once. I recommend it!

I love this stuff. When I'm pregnant and am unable to take decongestants or allergy pills or basically anything that I would normally take, this does the trick! Not necessarily as effectively as the others, but since it's topical and not ingested, I'm not expecting miracles. Also great for kids (age 6 ) so you're not just doping them up on whatever.

I LOVE this product! Every single night my nose gets stuffed up so I put a little bit of this under my nostrils and I can breathe clearly and easily!!

I also love the smell! It's fantastic and I can't live without it! If we are going overnight anywhere, and I've forgotten my Vicks, I make sure we make a pharmacy run to pick some up! The price is great too!

I totally love this stuff! It's a very relaxing way to get rid of congestion and stuffy nose. Nothing makes me sleep better with a bad cold then rubbing some of this on my chest. It can get a little messy so wear an old shirt and prop yourself up with pillows. I love the cooling sensation and the instant relief..nothing beats that first clean minty breath!

Vick's is a WONDERFUL product!! It works wonders for stuffy noses and dry coughs! The only down side of this product is it burns your eyes so it's not easy to use during the day unless you're napping! Well worth the money and a must have item to have in your home for cold season!!!!

This product is wonderful! Put some on you or your child's chest before bed and it will clear your sinuses instantly! It really helps to make breathing more comfortable when you're not feeling well!

This is a wonderful product that really works. When my children were little and had stuffing noses Vick's Vaporrub always helped them to breath better and get a good nights sleep. It also works on adults including the husband that seems like a big baby when they are sick.

mom used this when we were kids i used it for my kids i still use this product today n recommend it to ev1:)