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 offers products like Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion and Original Healing Jelly that carry warnings or caution for oily skin, though Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for oily skin. Glycerin and Petrolatum serve as key ingredients across the range to help lock in moisture.
Is Vaseline worth it?
Vaseline is a worthwhile choice, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for dry skin, sensitive skin, and other skin types. Reviewers frequently mention that the products provide versatile and intense healing moisture. Additionally, the Vaseline products on this page are generally affordable, with prices mostly between €8.99 and €31.74.
What are Vaseline's best products?
Vaseline offers several top options depending on skin needs, such as GLUTA-HYA, Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion, and Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion, which Lovi rates High for dry skin. These versatile moisturizers help deliver deep hydration using key ingredients like glycerin and petrolatum.
Dermatology, 2000Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Which Vaseline moisturizer is best for dry skin?
For dry skin, the Vaseline products on this page include Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion, which Lovi rates High, followed by Blue Seal Pure Petroleum Jelly Original and GLUTA-HYA, both rated Average.
Dermatology, 2000Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Does Vaseline cause breakouts?
Vaseline products on this page may cause breakouts on certain skin types, as Lovi rates acne-prone and oily skin with a warning for Original Healing Jelly and Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion. However, reviewers often mention its versatile, healing moisturizers and deep moisturization. Continuous topical administration of petrolatum helps support skin condition.
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. Reviewers sometimes note strong or unpleasant scents, though many others mention pleasant fragrances.
What are the key ingredients in Vaseline products?
The key ingredients across the Vaseline products are glycerin and petrolatum. Glycerin helps draw and hold moisture in the skin, while petrolatum supports the skin barrier and prevents moisture loss.
How do I build a Vaseline skincare routine?
To build a Vaseline routine for dry skin, start your morning with a hydrating facial cleanser, a calming deep moisture toner, Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion, and a sunscreen. In the evening, use an ultra hyalon cleansing cream, a hydrating facial cleanser, Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule, and the same moisturizer. Once a week, add a nourishing mask into this evening routine.
Where can I buy Vaseline, and how much does it cost?
Vaseline products are available on Lovi from stores in Italy. Prices on the page range from €8.99 to €31.74, with most falling within that range.
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 Vaseline-focused routine Superior for dry skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, acne-prone skin, and oily skin, offering comparable options to explore.
Vaseline vs CeraVe: which is better?
Vaseline and CeraVe both rate Superior for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, while for dry skin the Vaseline-focused routine rates Superior and the CeraVe-focused routine rates High. Reviewers mostly mention Vaseline for versatile, healing moisturizers and deep moisturization, though some note greasy and sticky texture complaints.
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 Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for dry skin. Several products on the page, including Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion and Original Healing Jelly, offer High fit levels for dry skin. Glycerin helps provide long-lasting hydration.
Which Vaseline sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?
For sensitive skin, the Even Tone sunscreen is the best choice among the sunscreens on this page, and Lovi rates it Average for sensitive skin.
Is Vaseline good for sensitive skin?
Vaseline works well for sensitive skin, and Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin. Reviewers frequently mention deep moisturization and gentle care as key benefits of the brand.
Is Vaseline good for acne-prone skin?
Vaseline includes products that have mixed fit levels for acne-prone skin, ranging from warning levels for the Original Healing Jelly to average levels for GLUTA-HYA. Lovi rates the Vaseline-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin.
Is Vaseline good for skin with dark spots?
Vaseline offers several products that help with skin with dark spots, with Lovi rating GLUTA-HYA and Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion High for this concern. Reviewers often mention these moisturizers for providing a fast-absorbing, glowing effect.
Is Vaseline good for mature skin?
Vaseline is good for mature skin, with Lovi rating the GLUTA-HYA and Healthy Bright Gluta Hya Serum Burst Lotion High for this skin type. Reviewers often mention its deep moisturization and gentle care, helping to keep skin feeling soft and smooth.
Dermatology, 2000Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Research behind Vaseline's key ingredients
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