Why I'll Never Use Vaseline Again

Petroleum Jelly, the main component in Vaseline, is an ingredient often found in mainstream beauty and moisturizing products. It's recommended for all ages, even babies. It’s cheap. It's unscented. It seems to work well for softening skin. Sounds great, right? What could be the problem?

While the ability to hold in moisture may seem like a good thing, it can have its downsides as well. Since petroleum jelly is both waterproof and not water soluble, it creates a waterproof barrier on the skin. 
At first glance, this may sound good, but it also means that it blocks pores and can lock in residue and bacteria. This is also the reason petroleum jelly should not be used on a burn or sunburn, as it locks in heat and can block the body’s ability to heal.

Although it certainly gives the appearance of hydrated skin, there are zero ingredients in petroleum jelly that actually nourishes the skin.

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