Vaseline skincare
Vaseline is an American skincare brand founded in 1870 and owned by Unilever since 1987.
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Vaseline is universally loved for its soothing moisturizers and protective sunscreens, which thoughtfully combine nourishing glycerin and rich petrolatum. Its products suit dry skin and dry sensitive skin best, owing to their intensely comforting formulations. For targeted care, the standout products for particular concerns include 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. On a biological level, its key ingredients actively benefit the skin, as clinical studies show that 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 rates Superior for oily skin in brand-focused routines, but individual products on the page like Original Healing Jelly carry warnings for this skin type due to a greasy and sticky texture. Most of the Vaseline products on this page list no fragrance, helping to avoid irritation.
Is Vaseline worth it?
Vaseline is worth considering for dry and sensitive skin, where Lovi rates its brand-focused routines Superior. Reviewers frequently mention its versatile, healing moisturizers and deep moisturization, though some note greasy textures.
What are Vaseline's best products?
Vaseline offers several top products for various needs, with the GLUTA-HYA and Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion rated High for dry skin and dry sensitive skin. Additionally, the Original Healing Jelly and Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion rate High for dry skin. These versatile moisturizers help provide deep hydration and gentle care.
Dermatology, 2000Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Which Vaseline moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The best Vaseline moisturizer for dry skin is Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion, followed by Blue Seal Pure Petroleum Jelly Original and GLUTA-HYA. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine for dry skin as Superior.
Dermatology, 2000Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Does Vaseline cause breakouts?
Vaseline may cause breakouts for some skin types since Lovi rates several of its jelly products, such as Original Healing Jelly and Blue Seal Pure Petroleum Jelly Original, with a warning for acne-prone and oily skin. However, reviewers also note that the brand provides versatile and healing moisturizers that help maintain dry and sensitive skin.
Is Vaseline fragrance-free?
Most of the Vaseline products on this page list no fragrance, while the Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion includes fragrance.
What are the key ingredients in Vaseline products?
The key ingredients found across the Vaseline products on this page are glycerin and petrolatum.
How do I build a Vaseline skincare routine?
To build a Vaseline routine for dry skin in the morning, use a hydrating cleanser, an unscented hydrating toner, Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion as a moisturizer, and a mild sunscreen. In the evening, follow with a pre-cleanser, cleanser, Centella ampoule, and the same moisturizer, repeating this evening routine once a week alongside a nourishing mask.
Where can I buy Vaseline, and how much does it cost?
Vaseline products can be bought at stores in Canada, with prices ranging from CA$5.88 to CA$24.95.
What are good alternatives to Vaseline?
Good alternatives to Vaseline include brands like CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. Lovi rates its brand-focused routines as Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.
Vaseline vs CeraVe: which is better?
Both Vaseline and CeraVe achieve a Superior fit for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin when using their respective brand-focused routines. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine as Superior for dry skin, matching CeraVe's performance level.
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?
Vaseline is good for dry skin, as the Vaseline products on this page like Original Healing Jelly and Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion rate High for dry skin. Glycerin and petrolatum in these formulas help lock in deep moisturization and provide gentle care.
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?
Vaseline is good for sensitive skin, and Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin. The Vaseline products on this page generally provide gentle care, though individual products range from High to Low fit levels for sensitive skin types.
Is Vaseline good for acne-prone skin?
Vaseline is generally not recommended for acne-prone skin, as products like the Original Healing Jelly and Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion carry warnings or cautions for this skin type. However, Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine for acne-prone skin as Superior. Reviewers note that these are versatile, healing moisturizers.
Is Vaseline good for skin with dark spots?
Vaseline includes products like GLUTA-HYA, which Lovi rates High for skin with dark spots. Reviewers often mention the brand's fast-absorbing, glowing moisturizers.
Is Vaseline good for mature skin?
Vaseline is good for mature skin with certain products, as Lovi rates the GLUTA-HYA and Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion High for mature skin. Reviewers often mention its fast-absorbing, glowing moisturizers that help deliver intense moisture.
Dermatology, 2000Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Research behind Vaseline's key ingredients
Behind these ratings
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