25 Uses For Chapstick

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20 Survival Uses For Chapstick

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While Chapstick might be one of the most common items on the

market, it can be co opted for a number of survivals uses. You can
find Chapstick at nearly every retailer in existence and most people
have a tube within reach. Be it in their pocket, desk drawer or
handbag, Chapstick is around.
The reason for its popularity is simple. The chafing and dry
cracked lips can be a real pain.
Would you believe me that there are as many as 20 survival uses

for your little tube of Chapstick. When you finish reading this
article you will look that that small EDC item in a whole new light.
#1. Chapped Lips

Let’s get that one out of the way! The reason we carry Chapstick is
to avoid that painful cracking and drying in our lips.
#2. Fire Accelerant
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When it comes to fire, every little bit

helps. You should have a collection of tinder, combustion devices
and maybe even a few candles as part of your fire kit. Chapstick is
another great little addition to that kit. Chapstick is made from wax
or camphor and most of the time its combination of both.
Camphor is a terpenoid from evergreen trees. It is a highly

combustible ingredient much like the volatile oils in pinewood. So,
your Chapstick is a great way to get tinder off and running if you
need a little extra help.
#3. Small Waterproofing Tasks

Because of those base ingredients you will find that Chapstick is a
great at small waterproofing tasks. If you have small holes in
pouches, bags, tents or rain gear it can be used to keep water out of
those items.
These same properties will allow for you to waterproof things like
knives and the threads on flashlights. Its not a long-term solution
but it can be a big help if you find yourself moving in the rain
without the option to stop and setup shelter.
#4. Windburn Protection

On the Christmas of 2018 Colin O’Brady was on the last leg of his
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record breaking, solo trek across the Continent of Antarctica. He

spent two months pulling a sled across the tundra and as you can
imagine he faced a lot of things.
Colin used tape and Chapstick to deal with the wicked Antarctic
winds. You can use Chapstick in the same way, on your nose, ears
and face to help deal with windburns in cold weather.
#5. Foot Care

One of the most important body parts to care for in a disaster are
your feet. Your feet are what drive you in a survival situation.
Because of the friction that long hiking creates Chapstick can act as
a barrier between those hot spots and rubbing materials like socks
and boots or shoes.
#6. Light Lubrication

Whether you are working with rusted screws, sticking tools or a
bow drill set you can use a little Chapstick to keep things moving.
This lubrication can make all the difference. A little Chapstick goes
a long way as lubricant.
#7. First Aid for Cuts
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Small cuts can really benefit from a

little Chapstick. If you have a would that is large and bleeding it
will not be of much use but small cuts that need protection can be
covered in Chapstick if you have no bandage. Or it can be
combined with a bandage to effect healing that way.
Related: 9 Natural Remedies To Heal Wounds Faster
#8. Sunscreen
In the same way that it affects your skin and protects it from
windburn, your Chapstick can be used as an effective sunscreen.
Many people leave the home without sunscreen and that is a real
problem if they find themselves out in the sun for prolonged
periods without protection.
#9. Zipper Repair

A stuck zipper at home can be a real pain. However, if your tent
door zipper, bugout bag zipper or coat zipper is malfunctioning in a
survival situation, it could mean your life. By running a little
Chapstick up and down your zipper it can make that zipper run as it
is intended.
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#10. Rust Protectant

If you are fighting rust on things like knives and threads, you can
use Chapstick to coat those metals and keep them from rusting.
#11. Clean Glasses
Chapstick can also help clean lenses.

You can rub it on the lenses and then wipe them off with cloth to
clean the lenses and make them easier to see out of.
#12. Small Diversion Safe

An empty Chapstick tube can be cleaned out and used as a small
diversion safe for a roll of bills. While you won’t be able to store
lots of money, a few of these sticks can be placed in a bag or
around the home to conceal cash and assure you have money on
hand at all times.
#13. Quick Candle

By using a cotton swab cut in half you can create a quick candle to
help with starting fire or just lighting your way. Fluff the cotton at
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the end of your Q tip and dipping it in your Chapstick you can then
turn it around and stick the other end into the Chapstick. Light the
tip and you will have some flame and light.
Related: 5 Ways to Make Survival Candles From Household

Items
#14. Create a Makeshift Lantern

If you have a smaller flashlight you can use the cap of your
Chapstick, over that flashlight, to create a makeshift lantern. This
can be very effective if you require lowlight situations in a tent.
#15. Mix with Ash

By mixing a little Chapstick with some wood ash you can create a
substance that can be applied under your eyes to prevent sun glare.
You can also use this mix as camo to cover your entire face.
#16. Leather Care
If you keep a lot of leather gear, you

can use Chapstick to coat that gear and protect it from wear. This
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can be anything from a leather sheath to a hat. If its leather, the

Chapstick can protect it from the sun and weathering.
There is only so much room in our bags and pouches. Therefore,

you consistently hear calls to include multi-function tools and
items in packs. There is nothing more space efficient or multi use
as a tube of Chapstick.
You can use what’s inside and even the container and lid! Because
its so small you will also be able to store a few tubes and not even
notice the difference in space or weight.
Did I miss any uses? Let us know in the comments below about the
types of survival uses that you have used Chapstick for in the past.
#17. Fishing Float

Since Chapstick repels water you can coat fishing line and even
some light cotton or tinder to create a fishing float.
#18. Finger Splint

You can use the tube of your Chapstick in tough times, as well. By
cutting a tube in half you can create a simple finger splint for first
aid.
#19. Bait
If you are trapping food, you are going to need some bait to entice
an animal into that trap. Admittedly the more fruity and flavored
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the Chapstick the better.
#20. Micro Tinder Holder

Those empty containers don’t need to be thrown away. Instead, you
can fill them with dryer lint or other tinder and store these in your
pack.
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20 Survival Uses For Chapstick

While Chapstick might be one of the most common items on the

Would you believe me that there are as many as 20 survival uses

#1. Chapped Lips

#2. Fire Accelerant

When it comes to fire, every little bit

Camphor is a terpenoid from evergreen trees. It is a highly

#3. Small Waterproofing Tasks

#4. Windburn Protection

record breaking, solo trek across the Continent of Antarctica. He

#5. Foot Care

#6. Light Lubrication

#7. First Aid for Cuts

Small cuts can really benefit from a

Related: 9 Natural Remedies To Heal Wounds Faster

#9. Zipper Repair

#10. Rust Protectant

#11. Clean Glasses

Chapstick can also help clean lenses.

#12. Small Diversion Safe

#13. Quick Candle

Related: 5 Ways to Make Survival Candles From Household

#14. Create a Makeshift Lantern

#15. Mix with Ash

#16. Leather Care

If you keep a lot of leather gear, you

can be anything from a leather sheath to a hat. If its leather, the

There is only so much room in our bags and pouches. Therefore,

#17. Fishing Float

#18. Finger Splint

the Chapstick the better.

#20. Micro Tinder Holder

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