Seasonal Skincare: Summer In this case, opt for a lighter formula like Vaseline's® Intensive Care™ Advanced Repair, with hydrating glycerine and micro-droplets of Vaseline® Jelly, absorbs in seconds and instantly making skin soft with a non-greasy skin.
If you are prone to chafing in hot weather, before exercising, apply “Vaseline, gels, or any sort of lubricant”, says Lobb. Close-fitting clothing may help, but “in some instances, you might be making it worse, because you're creating more friction”.
That said, if Vaseline is used on the skin and then exposed to sunlight, it could potentially attract more UV rays due to its thick, greasy texture. This could lead to increased sun exposure in those areas, which might contribute to tanning or darkening over time.
While Vaseline helps seal moisture into the skin, some experts have suggested that it may also trap in oil and dirt. As such, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) warn that people who are prone to acne may experience breakouts after applying Vaseline to the face.
It is dermatologically approved and is safe for daily use. It should be a staple in your skincare routine due to its skin restoring and replenishing properties. Use it daily and enjoy the Vaseline® Petroleum Jelly benefits for your face.
This protective layer of petroleum jelly not only prevents the loss of moisture overnight, but also locks in all the other beauty products you have applied, helping the formulas sink deeper.
This will help keep the wound moist and allow it to heal faster with less scarring. Continue applying the petroleum jelly until the wound has fully healed. Open wounds heal more slowly. A large wound can take 4 weeks or more to heal.
On the other hand, warmer weather also tends to mean more time in the sun, and harsh UV rays can burn and dry skin. To calm and soothe dry skin, try Vaseline® Intensive Care™ Aloe Soothe Lotion. Summer can also mean more exposure to sun, chlorine and salt water.
When heated to extremely high temperatures of more than 400 degrees Fahrenheit, Vaseline® Jelly may give off flammable vapors. Even in summer, this isn't going to happen naturally. So leaving a jar of Vaseline® Jelly out in the sun, or inside your car on a hot day isn't a hazard.
The natural oils reduce friction and lock in moisture. Without it, you may experience hair breakage, split ends, and frizz. Vaseline can act as a stand-in for these natural oils, combating dryness and acting as a protective barrier for your hair. So, it just might be worth using Vaseline on your hair and scalp.
Why Is Tanning With Vaseline Harmful? Tanning with petroleum jelly can cause damage to the skin, as it helps to attract and intensify the sun's rays on the skin, which increases the incidence of sunburn.
Seasonal Slugging
During summer, you should be able to get by with slugging infrequently—if at all. "Because there is more humidity in the air during the warmer months, there is less moisture evaporation occurring," says Rouleau.
Dawn Davis, M.D.: Petroleum jelly is great, and it's one of a dermatologist's main tips and tricks. Mr. Olsen: Dermatologist Dr. Dawn Davis says that's because this odorless nearly colorless jelly is so versatile.
Most emollients can be used safely and effectively with no side effects. However, burning, stinging, redness, or irritation may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
The vital benefit of petrolatum is that it improves the skin's barrier function by inhibiting water loss through the skin, called trans-epidermal water loss. Increased trans-epidermal water loss is the key factor that leads to the development of skin conditions such as eczema and chapped lips.
People should never use Vaseline as a sexual lubricant. Vaseline can damage latex condoms, trap bacteria that can lead to an infection, and stain clothing and bedsheets. Instead of Vaseline, people may want to consider choosing a high quality, water-based lubricant.
While they look and feel similar, their ingredients are different. Aquaphor combines petrolatum with several moisturizing and skin-healing ingredients. Vaseline is 100% petrolatum. Aquaphor is the better choice to use on very dry skin, chapped lips, and eczema.
A wound that's healing can produce a clear or pink fluid. An infected wound can produce a yellowish, bad-smelling fluid called pus. When fluid seeps from a wound, it is called wound drainage.
Remember to cleanse your wound daily with gentle soap and water, apply petroleum jelly and cover it with an adhesive bandage for faster healing, Etemad says, adding, "And if you have any questions or are unsure about your wound, come visit us at our Tustin office."