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-focused routines rate Superior for oily skin, though individual products on this page like Original Healing Jelly carry warnings for this skin type due to their rich textures. Glycerin helps provide hydration without heavy oils, while petroleum jelly creates a barrier that may feel too heavy for oily skin.
Is Vaseline worth it?
Vaseline is worth considering for dry and sensitive skin, where Lovi rates the brand's routines Superior for delivering deep moisture and gentle care. Reviewers often mention its versatile, healing moisturizers and fast-absorbing formulas, though some users note greasy textures or fragrance issues. The Vaseline products on this page list no fragrance in eight out of nine items.
What are Vaseline's best products?
Vaseline offers standout products such as GLUTA-HYA, Original Healing Jelly, and Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion. Lovi rates the brand's routines Superior for dry skin, sensitive skin, and other needs, supported by versatile moisturizers and classic ingredients like glycerin and petrolatum.
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. These products help deliver intense hydration to the skin.
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Does Vaseline cause breakouts?
Vaseline may cause breakouts for certain skin types since Lovi rates acne-prone skin with a Warning for Original Healing Jelly and Blue Seal Pure Petroleum Jelly Original. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin, helping manage overall care.
Is Vaseline fragrance-free?
Most of the Vaseline products on this page are fragrance-free, as eight of the nine items list no added fragrance. Only the Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion contains fragrance.
What are the key ingredients in Vaseline products?
The key ingredients across the Vaseline products on this page are glycerin and petrolatum. Glycerin helps provide long-lasting skin hydration, while petrolatum helps protect the skin barrier and lock in moisture.
How do I build a Vaseline skincare routine?
To build a Vaseline routine for dry skin, apply a cleanser and a hydrating toner in the morning, followed by the Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion and a sunscreen. The evening routine uses a pre-cleanser, cleanser, a treatment serum, and the same moisturizer. Once a week, add a nourishing sheet mask after cleansing.
Where can I buy Vaseline, and how much does it cost?
Vaseline products on this page are sold in stores in France. Prices range from €7.85 to €30.77, with most falling between €7.85 and €30.77.
What are good alternatives to Vaseline?
Similar brands with pages on Lovi that can serve as alternatives to Vaseline include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. Lovi rates the CeraVe-focused routine High for dry skin and sensitive skin, and Superior for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin.
Vaseline vs CeraVe: which is better?
Vaseline and CeraVe both offer great choices, with Lovi rating Vaseline-focused routines Superior for dry skin compared to CeraVe-focused routines which are rated High. Lovi also rates Vaseline-focused routines Superior for sensitive skin, while CeraVe-focused routines are rated High.
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, providing versatile and intense healing moisture. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for dry skin.
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?
Yes, Vaseline is good for sensitive skin and helps provide gentle care. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin.
Is Vaseline good for acne-prone skin?
Vaseline-focused routines rate Superior for acne-prone skin. However, individual products like the Original Healing Jelly carry a warning for this skin type due to potential clogging risks.
Is Vaseline good for skin with dark spots?
Vaseline offers mixed results for skin with dark spots, as the Lovi fit level varies from High to Low across the products on the page. For instance, GLUTA-HYA rates High for skin with dark spots, while the Original Healing Jelly rates Low.
Is Vaseline good for mature skin?
Vaseline is good for mature skin with certain products, as Lovi rates GLUTA-HYA and Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion High for mature skin. Petroleum jelly and glycerin help support hydration and barrier function. The Vaseline products on this page list no fragrance except for the Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion.
Research behind Vaseline's key ingredients
Behind these ratings
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