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 is generally not recommended for oily skin because products like the Original Healing Jelly rate as a Warning for this skin type. However, the Vaseline-focused routine for oily skin rates Superior on Lovi. Glycerin and petrolatum help provide moisture, though heavy formulas may sometimes cause texture complaints.
Is Vaseline worth it?
Yes, Vaseline is worth it for dry and sensitive skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routines for these skin types as Superior. Reviewers frequently mention that the products offer versatile, intense healing moisture and gentle care.
What are Vaseline's best products?
Vaseline's best products for dry skin include Original Healing Jelly, Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion, and GLUTA-HYA, which rate High for providing deep moisture and gentle care. Lovi rates the brand-focused routines for dry skin as Superior.
Which Vaseline moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The best Vaseline moisturizer for dry skin on this page is Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion, followed by Blue Seal Pure Petroleum Jelly Original and GLUTA-HYA. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine for dry skin as Superior.
Dermatology, 2000Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Does Vaseline cause breakouts?
Vaseline may cause breakouts on certain skin types since Lovi rates Original Healing Jelly and Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion as a warning or caution for acne-prone and oily skin. However, key ingredients like glycerin help provide gentle, versatile moisturization without clogging pores for dry skin types.
Is Vaseline fragrance-free?
Most of the Vaseline products on this page are fragrance-free, as eight out of nine products list no added fragrance. The Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion is the only product on the page that includes fragrance.
What are the key ingredients in Vaseline products?
The key ingredients across the Vaseline products are glycerin and petrolatum. Glycerin helps draw moisture into the skin, and petrolatum locks it in to keep the skin soft.
How do I build a Vaseline skincare routine?
To build a Vaseline skincare routine for dry skin, apply a cleanser and toner, then use the Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion as your moisturizer, and finish with a sunscreen in the morning. In the evening, repeat the cleansing steps, add an ampoule or serum before the moisturizer, and include a nourishing mask once a week. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine for dry skin Superior.
Where can I buy Vaseline, and how much does it cost?
Vaseline products on this page are sold in stores in Spain. Prices range from €2.99 to €10.93, with most items falling between those amounts.
What are good alternatives to Vaseline?
CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica are similar brands with pages on Lovi that offer alternatives to Vaseline. For dry skin, Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior and the CeraVe-focused routine High. Reviewers note that Vaseline products provide versatile and intense healing moisture.
Vaseline vs CeraVe: which is better?
Vaseline and CeraVe both rate Superior for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for dry skin, while the CeraVe-focused routine rates High for dry skin.
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 brand-focused routine for dry skin rates Superior on Lovi. Key moisturizers like Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion and Original Healing Jelly rate High for dry skin. Glycerin and petrolatum help provide deep moisturization and gentle care for dry skin types.
Which Vaseline sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
The Vaseline sunscreen on this page for sensitive skin is Even Tone. Lovi rates Even Tone Average for sensitive skin.
Is Vaseline good for sensitive skin?
Vaseline is a good choice for sensitive skin because Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin. Key products like the Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion and Blue Seal Pure Petroleum Jelly Original help deliver gentle care, though users should note that individual products vary in their suitability.
Is Vaseline good for acne-prone skin?
Vaseline includes products that suit acne-prone skin with varying levels, and Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. Reviewers often mention greasy and sticky texture complaints.
Is Vaseline good for skin with dark spots?
Vaseline includes products that fit skin with dark spots differently, as Lovi rates GLUTA-HYA High for skin with dark spots while Original Healing Jelly rates Low. Niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation and melanosome transfer.
Is Vaseline good for mature skin?
Vaseline is good for mature skin, with specific products performing well for this skin type. Lovi rates GLUTA-HYA and Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion High for mature skin. Glycerin and petrolatum help provide deep moisturization and gentle care.
Dermatology, 2000Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Research behind Vaseline's key ingredients
Behind these ratings
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