Explain to me scientifically how rubbing 'Vicks' on feet is actually meant to work??

[ShootingStar]

You can get a baby version of vicks called Baby Balsam.. ive found it works great and you can put it on their chest.

[stepmum1]

Baby Balsam has the same petrochemicals as Vicks and contains 2 essential oils that should not be used on prepubesent children.

[Inanna]

:yeahthat:

I was just about to reply to the same.

[ShootingStar]

Ah well.. i used it for my kids. Its just not as strong smelling as the vicks.

[didispunk]

Yup I would put in on my childs chest as well, or Euky Bear Rub. My peadiatrician said so not a big deal!

[Indadhanu]

2 essential oils that should not be used on prepubesent children

Which are?

[Inanna]

Leasha camphor is not something that is regarded as safe for childrens (actually adults too) it works on the hormones. Yes it's an "old fashioned" remedy - mostly as it does a good job of clearing the sinuses. It's just that there are safer alternatives - rather than slathering with this as some people do believing it's all okay. It's obviously a personal choice - but to be fully informed do a little google.

[stepmum1]

Which are?

Tea tree oil is not recommended for infants. Peppermint and Eucalyptus can be lethal on children and cause breathing issues. There is some concern of lavender and early puberty as well. Camphor has already been mentioned as a concern. I can't remember all of them as I read 3 aromatherapy books before deciding which ones were ok.

Sorry I don't have either the Eucy Bear or Vicks to know what they contain. I know the Baby Balsam changed its formula after I stopped using it. The petrochemicals is why we avoid all of these products.

Great link: Ingredients to Avoid Knowledge Base

[Nettie]

Baby Balsam has the same petrochemicals as Vicks and contains 2 essential oils that should not be used on prepubesent children.

Does Euky Bear Rub have the same?

[Inanna]

It does Nettie just in smaller concentrations...