A semisolid unctuous substance, neutral, and without taste or odor, derived from petroleum by distilling off the lighter portions and purifying the residue. It is a yellowish, fatlike mass, transparent in thin layers, and somewhat fluorescent. It is used as a bland protective dressing, and as a substitute for fatty materials in ointments.
a solid, waxy petroleum derivative commonly known as petroleum jelly, paraffin jelly or Vaseline.
Heavy vehicle based on petroleum hydrocarbons, most commonly known for its use in Vaseline; good for sensitive skin but is occlusive and can cause or aggravate acne in susceptible individuals.
a semi-solid mixture of hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum; used in medicinal ointments and for lubrication
comes from crude petrol, known as mineral oil, liquid vasoline, baby oil. Used in industry as a metal cutting fluid and to grease components. Mineral oil may suffocate the skin, cause photosensitivity, strips the natural oils from the skin causing chapping, dryness and premature ageing. Prevents elimination of toxins: can cause acne.
Odourless, tasteless, greasy substance, obtained as residue from petroleum after lighter and more volatile components have been boiled off. Purified residue is obtained in form of a yellowish or decolourised semisolid, known as petroleum jelly in form of a clear to faintly yellow liquid, known as mineral oil.
Additive used in container candles, lowers melt point, softens wax.
This semisolid chemical is actually a mixture of mineral oil and paraffinic waxes. Derived from petroleum, and historically used and trusted by millions, this chemical has no justifiable role in the well being of human skin.
A petroleum ointment base used as a lubricant in dentistry (examples: Vaseline®, Triad®, and Model Release Agent).
Vaseline's #1 ingredient is commonly used in creams to soften and soothe the skin.
Cream additive derived from petroleum to help soften and soothe the skin. Forms a film to prevent moisture loss (Vaseline is petrolatum).
A petroleum based oil derived from the refining process of crude oil. It is used industrially as a grease and lubricant. It has the same potentially harmful properties as mineral oil.
Used in creams, it softens and soothes skin. Forms a film to prevent moisture loss.
