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This is a little goodie that I found. Who knew chap-stick was so versatile but it make perfect sense given the amount of petroleum jelly composing it.
Survival Pin of the Month #1
This Pin was brought to us by from Wikihow.com. They suggest 11 survival uses for chap-stick some of which I already do but some are new ideas and worth repeating:
Treat minor cuts, bug bites and rashes - I wouldn't use it on too big of a wound and I would test a small area of the rash before a complete application is applied.
Use on blisters and foot rot - Anything that helps the feet survive abuse is a good thing.
Protect your face from intense sun - A coating of chap-stick will help protect from wind whether it's a hot wind or a cold wind.
Protect your face from frostbite for a short time - Again anything that slows the time it takes for frostbite to set in is going to be worth it's weight in gold.
Waterproof shoes or gear - It's going to take a lot of chap-stick to waterproof large items but for minor applications like zippers or stitch marks in gear it's a great idea.
Fix rips in gear - I'm not to confident in this idea.
Use as fire starter - *take special note of this one * - When applied to cotton or tinder it will hold a flame longer than the cotton or tinder will on it's own, giving you more time to start your fire.
Use as candle - Stick a match in it and light it up. I thought this was a great idea!
Get zipper unstuck - It helps to lubricate the zipper but I would caution over use on the zipper because it could get gloopy.
Apply under eyes to reduce glare - Just like football players wear painted lines under their eyes, Chap-stick will work in a pinch.
Dip in ashes to make a face camo - It becomes an easy applicator. Apply the camo in a pixelated pattern to deter video surveillance. Be aware that ashes have a lot of lye in them and your skin may be sensitive to too much.
Use empty case to store other thick products - Other waterproofing or thick salves can be stored in the case. Why waste it?