PETROLEUM JELLY
Petroleum jelly or Vaseline, is a long-standing skin treatment product widely used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. In the pharmaceutical industry, it serves as a base for various topical ointments, effectively treating skin conditions. Its occlusive and healing properties make it particularly beneficial for dry and damaged skin. It provides skin care and protection by reducing friction, preventing moisture loss, and acting as a grooming aid. It is a versatile substance widely used in both cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. It is widely used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals in the preparation of various cream, ointment, lotion etc.
Physical Properties
Petroleum jelly is a rare semisolid mixture of branched and cyclic saturated hydrocarbon of varying length greater than 25. This substance is tasteless and odorless. It is anhydrous, occlusive moisturizer with the ability to decrease trans epidermal water loss. Petroleum jelly, a versatile semi-solid substance, melts between 40-70°C (105-160°F). It remains stable under normal conditions, becoming flammable only when liquefied. It is mostly colorless or pale yellow. Resistant to oxidation and most chemicals, it's insoluble in water but mixes with various organic solvents.
Uses in Dermatology
1. Minor cuts, scrapes, and burns
Petroleum jelly is an effective treatment for minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. It acts as a modulator of antimicrobial activity on the skin, helping prevent infection. Additionally, it supports the epidermal barrier, reducing water loss from the skin. These properties make petroleum jelly a valuable aid in wound healing and skin protection.
2. Chapped lips and skin
Petroleum jelly is a popular remedy for chapped lips, offering a safe and effective solution for dry, cracked skin. Many individuals apply it directly to their lips when they notice signs of chapping. This condition can arise from various factors, including exposure to cold weather and frequent lip-licking. By creating a protective barrier, petroleum jelly helps to lock in moisture and reduce the effects of environmental stressors on both lips and skin.
3. Dry skin
Petroleum jelly can protect the skin from the wind and cold by acting as a barrier, as well as being a beneficial moisturizing ingredient in itself. It forms an occlusive layer that slows water loss by over 50%, outperforming other oils.
4. Treating diaper rash
Petroleum jelly forms a protective barrier on baby's skin, reducing the risk of diaper rash caused by prolonged exposure to wetness. It also provides relief for existing rashes by soothing irritated skin. Regular application during diaper changes can help prevent and alleviate diaper rash, keeping baby's delicate skin healthy and comfortable.
5. Wound healing
Petrolatum jelly is as effective as topical antibiotics for wound healing and infection prevention, without the risks of irritation or antibiotic resistance
6. Preventing skin peeling
Dry, peeling skin can be uncomfortable and irritating. Petroleum jelly offers an effective solution for soothing irritated skin and promoting healing. It's particularly useful for addressing dry, chapped lips and irritated eyelids during colder seasons.
7. Managing eczema
Petroleum jelly effectively prevents and treats dry, peeling skin. Its occlusive properties create a protective barrier that locks in moisture, soothes irritation, and promotes natural healing.
8. Baby skin
Petrolatum jelly is often recommended for preventing diaper rash and treating paediatric atopic dermatitis. It's also widely used by African midwives for skin protection before, during, and after birth, due to its accessibility and affordability compared to baby lotions
9. Managing Atopic dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis patients are more prone to skin infections, possibly due to reduced antimicrobial peptide production [65]. Surprisingly, petroleum jelly has been shown to increase antimicrobial peptide production in both healthy individuals and atopic patients
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