Using Vaseline as a moisturizer?
Here’s what to know about petroleum jelly’s skin-saving abilities, according to dermatologists.
However, this isnt true for all skin types.
Want to know more about the all-star ingredient, and the wide variety ofVaseline uses for skin?
Its definitely a greasier product that can make applying makeup or other skin-care products a little more difficult.
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dermatologist and founder of SLMD Skincare
However, theres a caveat.
you could use petroleum jelly on your elbows, knees, and anywhere else you experience extra dry skin.
That said, Dr. Sethi notes that Vaseline doesnt necessarily get rid of dry skin.
It simply creates a skin barrier.
In other words, you still need a good moisturizer in your skincare routine.
Heres how to do it the right way.
When To Use Vaseline
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Mineral oil and petrolatum are non-sensitizing ingredients,Y.
Claire Chang, MD, board-certified dermatologist atUnion Square Laser Dermatologypreviously told Well+Good.
Other skin types really benefit from using it as a spot treatment for super-dry skin.
So, yes, using Vaseline on oily skin can cause acne complications.
Otherwise, its not needed because there are no benefits of using Vaseline on acne.
If your skin is peeling
One common question is whether Vaseline can stop peeling skin.
The short answer: yesandno.
Should you put Vaseline on wet or dry skin?
Dr. Sethi says you’ve got the option to apply petroleum jelly on wet or dry skin.
Either way, dont expect the Vaseline to absorb into the skin.
Vaseline is not able to penetrate the skin, Dr. Sethi says.
It is too high in molecular weight to do so.
It simply acts as a barrier for the skin if there is a skin insult (i.e.
rash, cut, wound, or burn).
Dr. Sethi also notes that petroleum jelly doesnt provide sun protection.
Does Vaseline help with wrinkles?
Only skincare that is medical-grade or clinically proven to penetrate into the skins dermis can heal fast-aging.
What are the side effects of using Vaseline?
Vaseline is not harmful for the skin, Dr. Sethi says.
There are no side effects to using it on the reg.
Again, it simply acts as a skin barrier film or shield and its triple-purified and hypoallergenic.
Similarly, nothing happens if you use too much Vaseline because it doesnt actually penetrate into the skin.
So if you accidentally applied more than you wanted to, dont sweat it.
However, you dont want to make slathering a thick layer of Vaseline on your skin a habit.
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