Product overview
Vaseline Original Healing Petroleum Jelly 49g is a single-ingredient skin protectant made from 100% White Petrolatum USP.
Regulatory note: White Petrolatum is a recognized OTC (over-the-counter) skin-protectant active ingredient under the FDA's OTC Monograph for Skin Protectant Drug Products, and is separately listed as a skin protectant in FDA DailyMed records. This supports its established use for protecting and helping heal dry, chapped, or minor irritated skin.
Key Ingredients
- White Petrolatum (Petroleum Jelly) USP, 100% — confirmed as the sole ingredient, per the official brand site.
Key Features
- Single-ingredient, 100% White Petrolatum formula
- Recognized OTC skin-protectant active ingredient, per FDA monograph classification
- Awarded the US National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance, per the official brand site
- 49g (1.75 oz) pack size
Benefits
- Helps protect and lock in moisture on dry, chapped, or minor irritated skin, consistent with its recognized skin-protectant classification
- Suitable for use on minor cuts, scrapes, and burns as a protective barrier, consistent with standard petroleum jelly use
Who Can Use This Product
- Those looking for a simple, single-ingredient moisture-sealing skin protectant
- Those with eczema-prone or very dry, sensitive skin, per the brand's Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance
- Not intended for use on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns without medical advice
How to Use
Apply a thin layer to the affected dry or chapped skin as needed. For minor cuts, scrapes, and burns, clean the area first, then apply as a protective covering. May be reapplied as needed throughout the day.
Storage & Safety
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes; rinse thoroughly with water if contact occurs. Discontinue use and consult a doctor if a wound does not improve or if signs of infection develop. Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is this product made of?
100% White Petrolatum USP, a single-ingredient formula, per the official brand site.
Is this recognized as a skin protectant by regulators?
Yes, White Petrolatum is a recognized OTC skin-protectant active ingredient under the FDA's relevant monograph.
Is this genuinely a 49g pack?
Yes, 49g (1.75 oz) is a confirmed genuine pack size for this product line, not a typo.
Can I use this on eczema-prone skin?
This product line has been awarded the US National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance, per the official brand site.
What if a wound doesn't improve?
Discontinue use and consult a doctor if a wound does not improve or if signs of infection develop.
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