I had the shingles about three years ago now, and nothing I tried would stop the severe itch. I discovered that vinegar was the wonder drug for me. While using white vinegar in my sink drain one morning, which I do on a reg. basis the itch was really severe, I had tried so many things that I decided to try vinegar, poured some in a bowl, got a clean wash cloth and dipped one corner in the vinegar, patted the cloth on the itchy spots and instant relief from itching. So after that every time I began to itch out came the vinegar, worked every time to stop the horrible itch. I only wish it had worked on the severe pain.
My mother always rinsed my hair in vinegar when I was a child.
I will have to try it on the greasy spots in the laundry. Always use it mixed with water to clean windows. Thanks for the tips.