Maxalli Blog | Natural ingredients, science, and routines
Applying petroleum jelly to the face before bed is a practice that has gained popularity on social media. Its ability to retain hydration, protect the skin barrier, and leave the skin smoother upon waking is often discussed.
But there are also questions: does it clog pores? is using petroleum jelly the same as using a vegetable-based option? does it work for all skin types?
Many commercial balms promise hydration, but they are made with petrolatum, artificial fragrances, or dyes that only worsen dryness.
You've seen it on labels like “vaseline,” “petrolatum,” or “mineral oil.” Petrolatum is one of the most used ingredients in creams, ointments, and “moisturizing” products.
But what is it really?
And more importantly: should you continue using it?
Vaseline is one of the most commonly used products to moisturize skin, protect wounds, soothe chapped lips, and even style hair. But few wonder what it's really made of. And the answer might surprise you.
You don't need a thousand products, nor to change your personality, nor to smell like eucalyptus with wood smoke to take care of your skin. Nor do you need to hide the passage of time. The only thing you need is to understand this: well-cared-for skin ages better.
And yes, that also applies to men.
