petroleum jelly
noun
: a neutral unctuous odorless tasteless substance obtained from petroleum and used especially in ointments and dressings
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The key ingredient is petrolatum (also known as petroleum jelly), which forms a protective layer on the surface of your skin to prevent moisture loss and the unwanted effects of environmental hazards.
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Jamie Ballard, Allure, 10 Jan. 2025
Research shows that humectants (to pull in water) paired with occlusives (to lock it in) work best for the cracked skin on your soles in particular, so look out for ingredients like hyaluronic acid, shea butter, panthenol, and petroleum jelly.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 9 Jan. 2025
If the patch test area develops irritation, wash the castor oil off of your skin and apply a cool compress or petroleum jelly to soothe your skin.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 5 Jan. 2025
Then apply a layer of petroleum jelly to seal in moisture.
—Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024
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Jamie Ballard, Allure, 10 Jan. 2025
Research shows that humectants (to pull in water) paired with occlusives (to lock it in) work best for the cracked skin on your soles in particular, so look out for ingredients like hyaluronic acid, shea butter, panthenol, and petroleum jelly.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 9 Jan. 2025
If the patch test area develops irritation, wash the castor oil off of your skin and apply a cool compress or petroleum jelly to soothe your skin.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 5 Jan. 2025
Then apply a layer of petroleum jelly to seal in moisture.
—Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Petroleum jelly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petroleum%20jelly. Accessed 23 Jan. 2025.
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