petroleum jelly
noun
: a neutral unctuous odorless tasteless substance obtained from petroleum and used especially in ointments and dressings
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Then apply a layer of petroleum jelly to seal in moisture.
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Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024
This drugstore darling is a versatile medicine cabinet staple for its mix of petroleum jelly, mineral oil, glycerin, and lanolin that acts as an all-in-one humectant, emollient, and occlusive to ensure your skin stays soft and plump.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 6 Dec. 2024
Protect the baby's skin using a barrier ointment containing petroleum jelly or zinc oxide at diaper changes.7 Your healthcare provider may recommend medicated cream or ointment for a rash caused by yeast or bacterial infections.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 5 Sep. 2024
If a lip mask isn't available, 100% petroleum jelly or a healing ointment with hyaluronic acid and ceramides can be used to lock in moisture.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
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Jamie Ducharme, TIME, 17 Dec. 2024
This drugstore darling is a versatile medicine cabinet staple for its mix of petroleum jelly, mineral oil, glycerin, and lanolin that acts as an all-in-one humectant, emollient, and occlusive to ensure your skin stays soft and plump.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 6 Dec. 2024
Protect the baby's skin using a barrier ointment containing petroleum jelly or zinc oxide at diaper changes.7 Your healthcare provider may recommend medicated cream or ointment for a rash caused by yeast or bacterial infections.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 5 Sep. 2024
If a lip mask isn't available, 100% petroleum jelly or a healing ointment with hyaluronic acid and ceramides can be used to lock in moisture.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
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“Petroleum jelly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petroleum%20jelly. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.
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