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What is Vaseline made of?

Vaseline® Jelly is made of 100% pure petroleum jelly which is a blend of mineral oils and waxes. Discovered by Robert Chesebrough in 1859, Vaseline® Jelly has had a long and dynamic history of keeping skin protected which you can read about.

What are the ingredients of Vaseline?

Vaseline contains 100 percent petroleum jelly, while Aquaphor includes other ingredients like mineral oil, ceresin, lanolin alcohol, panthenol, glycerin, and bisabolol. Both can be used on lips and skin, as wound healers, and as makeup removers or cuticle softeners.

Why is Vaseline bad for you?

Unrefined petroleum jelly does contain some potentially dangerous contaminants. The EWG suggest that a group of carcinogens called polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons could cause cancer and damage the reproductive organs. People interested in trying petroleum jelly should buy it from a reputable source.

What is Vaseline made of whale sperm?

According to the article “The Amazing History of Vaseline” by Daniel Ganninger, an author and researcher, the process of inventing petroleum jelly began in 1859. It began with Robert Chesebrough, a 22-year-old American chemist losing his job of extracting kerosene from the oil of sperm whales.

Is Vaseline a natural product?

The main ingredient of products such as Vaseline® is Petroleum Jelly, which is a byproduct of crude oil, the oil refining process and the production of gasoline. This means that it's neither friendly to the environment or sustainable.

What’s the difference between Vaseline and petroleum jelly?

A: Vaseline is the original, name brand for petroleum jelly. Theoretically, there is no difference between the name brand and generic brands. However, Unilever, the company that makes Vaseline, claims that they only use the highest quality ingredients and a special purification and filtration process.

Why is Vaseline good for your face?

Vaseline is an occlusive substance, meaning that it forms a layer on the skin's surface that can effectively block moisture loss, keeping skin hydrated and healthy. This means it's beneficial for very dry skin.

Can you put petroleum jelly on your vag?

Emollients (products like Petroleum jelly) should be used in patients with vulvar irritation sparingly. It is not recommended to insert emollients vaginally.