Vaseline skincare
Vaseline is an American skincare brand founded in 1870 and owned by Unilever since 1987.
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Vaseline is beloved for nourishing moisturizers and protective sunscreens formulated with glycerin and petrolatum. Its products suit dry skin and sensitive skin best, thanks to these deeply conditioning agents. For targeted concerns, the brand offers the Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion for acne-prone skin, the GLUTA-HYA for skin with dark spots, and the cocoa glow for mature skin. Research shows that its key ingredients actively benefit the skin, as glycerin significantly increased skin hydration and restored barrier function, while petrolatum accelerated re-epithelialization in superficial partial thickness burns.
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PetrolatumThis page covers some of the most popular Vaseline products; for the whole Vaseline range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
People Say
★4.7Overall rating based on 81.7k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Vaseline for fast-absorbing textures, deep moisturization, and healing severely dry skin. The most common complaints are greasy textures and being insufficient for very dry skin.
Highlights
Versatile, healing moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “This cream provides lasting moisture and helps soothe very dry, sensitive skin. — Blue Seal Pure Petroleum Jelly Original”
- “What I love most about this product is how many different ways you can use it. — Blue Seal Pure Petroleum Jelly Original”
- “healed cracked heels overnight — VAS-PET JELLY”
Intense healing moisture and versatility Mostly Mentioned
- “Saved my cracked heels in one week — Original Healing Jelly”
- “Healed cracked lips overnight — Lip Therapy Advanced Healing”
- “Use it for diaper rash and cuts — Original Healing Jelly”
Deep moisturization and gentle care Mostly Mentioned
- “healed my cracked hands — Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion”
- “soaks in immediately — Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion”
- “Relieves dryness — cocoa glow”
Fast-absorbing, glowing moisturizers Often Mentioned
- “Absorbs instantly — Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion”
- “skin looks dewy immediately — GLUTA-HYA”
- “makes skin baby soft — GLUTA-HYA”
Pleasant fragrance and scent Often Mentioned
- “smells like heaven — GLUTA-HYA”
- “Smells luxurious — Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion”
Greasy and sticky texture complaints Often Mentioned
- “Feels heavy and sticky on face — Original Healing Jelly”
- “Feels sticky — cocoa glow”
- “feels sticky on skin — VAS-PET JELLY”
Strong or unpleasant fragrance Sometimes Noted
- “Smells like repellent — cocoa glow”
- “Dislike the vanilla scent — Lip Therapy Advanced Healing”
- “scent gave me a headache — GLUTA-HYA”
Moisture and hydration shortcomings Sometimes Noted
- “Not hydrating enough — Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion”
- “skin felt dry an hour later — GLUTA-HYA”
- “sits on top of skin — VAS-PET JELLY”
Packaging and design issues Sometimes Noted
- “Hate dipping fingers into the jar — Original Healing Jelly”
- “pump stopped working — Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion”
- “Hard to squeeze out — Lip Therapy Advanced Healing”
Consistency and texture issues Sometimes Noted
- “It's little thick, needs to rub on hands and apply. — Blue Seal Pure Petroleum Jelly Original”
- “spills out of tube — GLUTA-HYA”
- “formula feels watery — Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion”
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Questions and answers
Is Vaseline good for oily skin?
Vaseline includes products that suit oily skin, though some options carry a warning. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for oily skin.
Is Vaseline worth it?
Yes, Vaseline is worth it for shoppers seeking versatile, healing moisturizers that provide deep hydration and gentle care. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for dry skin, sensitive skin, and other common skin types. Glycerin and petrolatum help lock in moisture, though some reviewers note a greasy or sticky texture.
What are Vaseline's best products?
Vaseline features several standout options, including Original Healing Jelly and Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion, which both rate High for dry skin. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for dry skin, sensitive skin, and oily skin.
Which Vaseline moisturizer is best for dry skin?
Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion is the best option for dry skin among the Vaseline moisturizers, followed by Blue Seal Pure Petroleum Jelly Original and GLUTA-HYA. Glycerin helps support skin hydration across these formulations.
Does Vaseline cause breakouts?
Vaseline products such as Original Healing Jelly and Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion carry a warning for acne-prone skin on the page. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. Reviewers sometimes note consistency issues, but key ingredients like glycerin help provide deep moisturization and gentle care.
Is Vaseline fragrance-free?
Most of the Vaseline products on this page list no fragrance, though Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion includes scent.
What are the key ingredients in Vaseline products?
The key ingredients across the Vaseline products are glycerin and petrolatum, which help provide deep and lasting moisture. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior for dry skin.
How do I build a Vaseline skincare routine?
To build a Vaseline routine for dry skin, apply a gentle cleanser, calming toner, Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion, and a mineral sunscreen in the morning. Follow a similar cleansing and moisturizing process in the evening, adding a serum and a weekly mask and enzyme powder. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for dry skin.
Where can I buy Vaseline, and how much does it cost?
Vaseline products on this page are available in Australia. Prices on the page range from A$10.99 to A$24.95, with most falling between A$10.99 and A$24.95.
What are good alternatives to Vaseline?
Good alternatives to Vaseline with pages on Lovi include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. Lovi rates the CeraVe-focused routine High for dry skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, acne-prone skin, and oily skin.
Vaseline vs CeraVe: which is better?
Vaseline and CeraVe both offer great choices, with Lovi rating Vaseline-focused routines as Superior and CeraVe-focused routines as High for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin. Reviewers often mention Vaseline for its versatile, healing, and fast-absorbing moisturizers, though some complain about greasy and sticky textures.
Who owns Vaseline, and where is it from?
Vaseline is an American brand founded in 1870, owned by Unilever since 1987.
Is Vaseline cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Vaseline as cruelty-free.
Is Vaseline good for dry skin?
Yes, Vaseline is good for dry skin because the brand fits dry skin best through its brand-focused routines. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine for dry skin as Superior. Additionally, key ingredients like glycerin help provide deep moisturization and gentle care for dry skin.
Which Vaseline sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
The only sunscreen on this page for sensitive skin is Even Tone, which Lovi rates Average for sensitive skin.
Is Vaseline good for sensitive skin?
Yes, Vaseline is a good choice for sensitive skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior for sensitive skin. Most of the Vaseline products on this page are fragrance-free, which helps prevent irritation.
Is Vaseline good for acne-prone skin?
Vaseline offers products like the Original Healing Jelly that carry a warning for acne-prone skin, while other options such as GLUTA-HYA have an average fit. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. Continuous topical administration of petrolatum helps maintain skin condition.
Is Vaseline good for skin with dark spots?
Vaseline includes products that help with skin having dark spots, such as GLUTA-HYA and Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion, where Lovi rates them High and Average respectively. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin and other types. Glycerin and Petrolatum serve as key ingredients across the range.
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Is Vaseline good for mature skin?
Vaseline is good for mature skin, with certain products offering targeted care. Lovi rates GLUTA-HYA and Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion High for mature skin.
Research behind Vaseline's key ingredients
Behind these ratings
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