--- product_id: 7790892 title: "Mentholatum Original Ointment" brand: "mentholatum" price: "£5.68" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 category: "Mentholatum" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7790892-mentholatum-original-ointment store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # fast-acting deep penetration 100% natural active ingredients aromatic vapors soothe nasal passages Mentholatum Original Ointment **Brand:** mentholatum **Price:** £5.68 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌿 Breathe Better, Feel Stronger — The Classic Comfort You Can’t Miss! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Mentholatum Original Ointment by mentholatum - **How much does it cost?** £5.68 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7790892-mentholatum-original-ointment) ## Best For - mentholatum enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted mentholatum brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Rapid Comfort Boost:** Fast-acting formula penetrates deeply to relieve chest and muscle aches quickly. - • **Nature-Powered Relief:** Harness the calming power of camphor and menthol for all-natural comfort. - • **Breathe Freely, Anytime:** Aromatic vapors that open nasal passages and ease congestion on demand. - • **Family-Trusted Since 1889:** Generations of proven care for adults and kids 2+—peace of mind in every jar. - • **Versatile Wellness Essential:** From colds to sore muscles, your go-to ointment for total body comfort. ## Overview Mentholatum Original Vapor Chest Rub is a 3 oz topical ointment formulated with 9% camphor and 1.3% menthol, delivering fast-acting, natural relief for nasal congestion, chest and muscle aches. Trusted since 1889, it’s safe for adults and children 2 years and older, providing soothing aromatic vapors and deep-penetrating comfort to help you breathe easier and recover faster. ## Description Experience the soothing relief of Mentholatum Original Ointment, a trusted remedy for over a century. Whether you're dealing with chest congestion, nasal congestion, or muscle aches, Mentholatum has you covered. Our ointment is formulated with natural camphor and menthol, time-tested ingredients known for their soothing properties. Mentholatum penetrates deep to provide long-lasting comfort, so you can breathe easier and feel better. Mentholatum Original Ointment is incredibly versatile. Simply apply it to your chest, throat, neck, or back to relieve aches and pains and ease discomfort. You can also use it to soothe sore muscles and joints. It's the all-in-one solution for your family's well-being. When you choose Mentholatum, you're choosing a trusted brand that has been a staple in family care for generations. We take pride in using high-quality ingredients and a time-tested formula to ensure your comfort and satisfaction. Try all of our Mentholatum products including Mentholatum VaporDuo, Mentholatum Nighttime Vaporizing Rub, and Mentholatum No-Mess Vaporizing Rub which is great for children and experience the relief that countless families have trusted for years. Breathe easy and feel better with Mentholatum. FSA eligible. Use as directed. Review: THIS IS A MUST HAVE! - This stuff is fabulous! Versatile uses. My nose was irritated from/during a cold and smearing it on my nose and lips calmed the chapping. Feels good on sore joints. Great on chest to open airways and add "heat " Recently, I bought refillable lip applicators. I can make my personalized containers with this product. I dont understsnd the WHY but this stuff is fabulous for chapped lips. Also, I rub it on my cuticles to keep them moisturized. YES, I will buy more. Not only do I recommend this, I've purchased as gifts and sent them to family and friends. This is the GOAT. Forget the other, less pungent product your mom may have rubbed on your chest. THIS is the most effective and long lasting. It got me through a tough cough and cold season. BUY IT! Review: Great product - This ointment is wonderful for your joints people with inflammation of the joints. Awesome, awesome tropical rap. ## Features - 100% NATURAL ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Our Mentholatum Vapor Rub Ointment is formulated with natural camphor and menthol to provide soothing, comforting relief for aches and pains associated with colds and cough - AROMATIC VAPORS: Aromatic vapors soothe nasal passages for long-lasting comfort - FAST-ACTING PAIN RELIEF: The ointment's deep-penetrating formula ensures fast-acting, long-lasting relief, so you can breathe easier and feel better - SAFE AND EFFECTIVE: Mentholatum topical chest rubs are safe to use for adults and children 2 years and up; Help your kids feel better faster, giving you peace of mind - TRUSTED BRAND: Trusted for generations since 1889, Mentholatum has been a trusted name in family care, providing comfort when you need it most ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0011Z1VUG | | Active Ingredients | Camphor (9%) and menthol (1.3%). | | Additional Features | Fast-Acting | | Age Range Description | Adult, Kid | | Best Sellers Rank | #5,930 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #7 in Cough & Cold Chest Rubs #705 in Sales & Deals | | Brand | Mentholatum | | Brand Name | Mentholatum | | Container Type | Bottle | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 16,657 Reviews | | Dosage Form | Ointment | | Flavor | Camphor & Menthol Scent | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00310742000122 | | Item Dimensions | 3.2 x 2.4 x 2.2 inches | | Item Form | Ointment | | Item Weight | 3 Ounces | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 3.2 x 2.4 x 2.2 inches | | Manufacturer | Mentadent | | Manufacturer Part Number | 0483 | | Model Number | 0483 | | Net Content Count | 1 Count | | Net Content Weight | 3 Ounces | | Number of Items | 1 | | Package Type Name | Bottle | | Product Benefits | Arthritis Control, Back Pain Relief, Cold and Flu Control, Soothing | | Specific Uses For Product | Arthritis, Backache, Cold, Joint Pain, Muscle Pain | | Target Audience | Unisex-Adults | | Target Use Body Part | Whole Body | | UPC | 310742000269 715785385586 310742000122 885327404140 | | Unit Count | 3.0 Ounce | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Mentholatum - **Item Weight:** 3 Ounces - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 3.2 x 2.4 x 2.2 inches - **Product Benefits:** Arthritis Control, Back Pain Relief, Cold and Flu Control, Soothing - **Specific Uses For Product:** Arthritis, Backache, Cold, Joint Pain, Muscle Pain ## Images ![Mentholatum Original Ointment - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71tZDO5pGNL.jpg) ![Mentholatum Original Ointment - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Z0Q2CxLlL.jpg) ![Mentholatum Original Ointment - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81xNisAsnoL.jpg) ![Mentholatum Original Ointment - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81csaujDuWL.jpg) ![Mentholatum Original Ointment - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81DDKET25sL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What's the difference between this product and Vicks? Why might you pick this over the other?** A: The Mentholatum No Mess Roll On has the same active ingredients (except not synthetic ingredients like vicks, but Mentholatum is all natural and been around since 1889) at a higher level and it is easier to use on kids. Why anyone uses Vicks is beyond me I made the switch and there is no comparison. check on the no mess roll on ingredients compared to vicks below. Also Perfect for Kids Read on and look at their other products.Mentholatum No Mess Roll On Active Ingredients:Camphor 5.3%Eucalyptus Oil 1.3%Menthol 2.8%All Natural Not syntheticVicks Adult "Vapo Rub" Active Ingredients: Camphor (synthetic) 4.8%Eucalyptus Oil 1.2 %Menthol 2.6%Also Mentholatum is all Natural and been around since 1889. Vicks has synthetic Ingredients and is definitely inferior when you compare apples to apples. If your using this on a child not under 2 then the roll on works and is easy to apply to more complaining from them. **Q: I Bought the topical analgesic rub, thinking it was good for colds, but it says its for sore muscles. Did i buy the wrong thing? Is it like vicks?** A: Mentholatum Ointment® has been around for over a 125 years. It traditionally was labeled to use for congestion, skin rashes, sun burn, scraped skin, coughs and muscle aches and pains. The product has not changed, just the labeling. This product is great for helping relieve cold symptoms. **Q: petrolatum has been linked to causing cancer. is this product natural or not? it seems to be a bit deceiving/misleading.** A: It says 100% Natural ACTIVE INGREDIENTS. The base is petrolatum. Yeah, misleading, like so many products. (Of course some folks will think it's all natural just because of the green packaging.) **Q: does this help with coldsores?** A: Many years ago I read an article that stated Vaseline has the same pH as our skin. The article suggested that Vaseline would soothe many skin irritants, so I tried it on my cold sore. The cold sore went away in less than two days. I've passed on this info to many people but only a few tried it and those few people have thanked me many times over the years because they don't get cold sores any more. There are three things to remember to do: 1. Began applying as soon as you feel a cold sore coming on. 2. Only use the Vaseline product that is in the "tub" and not in a tube, etc. That product has more petroleum jelly which neutralizes the acid that causes the cold sores. 3. Apply the Vaseline all day, every time you think about it. You can even apply it inside your mouth, such as the inside of your lip. Personally, I get cold sores when I eat too much acidic foods (tomatoes, pickles, etc) or I am very stressed out (when my dad died, when family trauma occurs, etc), or don't drink enough water and my mouth dries out. I hope this info helps. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ THIS IS A MUST HAVE! *by S***S on January 16, 2026* This stuff is fabulous! Versatile uses. My nose was irritated from/during a cold and smearing it on my nose and lips calmed the chapping. Feels good on sore joints. Great on chest to open airways and add "heat " Recently, I bought refillable lip applicators. I can make my personalized containers with this product. I dont understsnd the WHY but this stuff is fabulous for chapped lips. Also, I rub it on my cuticles to keep them moisturized. YES, I will buy more. Not only do I recommend this, I've purchased as gifts and sent them to family and friends. This is the GOAT. Forget the other, less pungent product your mom may have rubbed on your chest. THIS is the most effective and long lasting. It got me through a tough cough and cold season. BUY IT! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product *by D***N on April 3, 2026* This ointment is wonderful for your joints people with inflammation of the joints. Awesome, awesome tropical rap. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superior cold ointment *by K***E on November 7, 2025* For allergies, sinuses, colds... this is THE stuff. The blue jar competitor might be superior for coughs, but this is better for nose situations. They're actually pretty different, to me I apply this just above my lip, or cautiously just outside nostrils when I'm congested. This is slightly thinner, more like petroleum jelly consistency. It seriously helps the chapped tissue abused raw skin. The scent is strong for sure, but in a slightly different way than the blue jar. More of a camphor element. Blue jar is sharper and icier, but is far less effective for me. Like definitely can't use it anywhere near your nose/lips because it will legit burn. Not that either should go IN your nose. But when your nose is congested and crusty, the green jar is very very soothing. Helps breathe freer for sure. Calms itchiness from allergies And a tiny bit in your nose wont ruin your day if it happens. Blue jar is... bad idea near your nose. Blue jar is a little thicker, like it has some parrafin. I feel like that makes it a good, long lasting carrier ointment for chest application. And that sharp icy bite to it its probably good for a cough/throat situation. Im slightly biased. Growing up, we only had the green jar. Maybe ## Frequently Bought Together - Mentholatum Original Vapor Chest Rub, Topical Analgesic Ointment, Vapors Soothe Nasal Passages & Relieve Chest and Muscle Aches Due To Cold & Cough, All-Natural Medicated Ingredients, 3.0 oz - Mentholatum Nighttime Vaporizing Rub, Lavender Scent, Maximum Strength Cough Suppressant, Topical Chest Rub & Analgesic Ointment, Soothing Vapors Relieve Aches & Pains Due to Cold & Cough, 1.76 oz - Vicks VapoRub, Original, Cough Suppressant, Topical Chest Rub & Analgesic Ointment, Medicated Vicks Vapors, Relief from Cough Due to Cold, Aches & Pains, 1.76oz --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7790892-mentholatum-original-ointment](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7790892-mentholatum-original-ointment) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*