Versus

Aquaphor Healing Ointment Versus Vaseline Lip Therapy - Original

General Moisturizer
Lip Moisturizer
German Brand Germany
American Brand United States

Updated on March 17, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 1 ingredients in common

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.

Ingredient Info

Click any item below to learn more and see relevant ingredients

Aquaphor Healing Ointment 7 ingredients

Vaseline Lip Therapy 2 ingredients

What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

Click on any of the items below to learn more

Aquaphor Healing Ointment 7 ingredients

Vaseline Lip Therapy 2 ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Emollient

Petrolatum is more commonly known as petroleum jelly. It is created by mixing waxes and mineral oils.

This ingredient is effective at reducing water loss by 99%. This is because it is an occlusive. Occlusives create a hydrophobic barrier on the skin to prevent evaporation. This property makes it great for hydrating dry skin.

Pro tip: Use occlusives, such as this ingredient, on damp skin for the best results.

The quality or origin of petrolatum is only known when disclosed by the brand. Most cosmetic petrolatum has gone through several purification stages.

Another benefit of occlusives is it protects your skin against infection or allergies.

Petrolatum may not be safe for fungal-acne. Studies show mineral oil / petroleum leads to the growth of M. Furfur, a type of yeast.

Learn more about Petrolatum

Ingredient Ratings

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these products.

When to use

Aquaphor Healing Ointment 7 ingredients

Vaseline Lip Therapy 2 ingredients

194 Routines
31% use in am
69% use in pm
85% use every day
When to use See routines that use it ->
556 Routines
42% use in am
58% use in pm
96% use every day
When to use See routines that use it ->

Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Aquaphor Healing Ointment 7 ingredients

4.9 /5
from 9 ratings
Works Well (6) Great Value (5) Hydrating (5)
aaahrz's avatar

zahraa

7 months ago
Review

this is the only thing that works for my eczema (out of this, vaseline, and cerave healing ointment) and it’s a WONDER for my chronically chapped lips. they haven’t been even the slightest bit dry since i started using this. this is also the only eye cream i use! as i feel others are overpriced and do similar/worse work

#great value
#hydrating
#light
#absorbs well
LadyoftheRedSensitiveSkin's avatar

Jen

7 months ago
Review

A generous slathering nightly keeps my Sahara skin from being a crusty mess. I get compliments on looking much younger than my age…but that probably has more to do with being a child free dog lady who laughs on the regular. Your mileage may vary.

#great value
#hydrating
#no scent
#works well

Vaseline Lip Therapy 2 ingredients

4.9 /5
from 19 ratings
Works Well (12) Great Value (11) Hydrating (10)
helleng's avatar

Hellen G

11 months ago
Review

A classic for a reason. This product has helped me with so many skin concerns over the years. I’m a firm believer in Vaseline.

#great value
#hydrating
#heavy
#absorbs well
Hubayobi's avatar

Hubayobi

1 year ago
Review

I think everyone know how good it is. I have nothing to add

#great value
#hydrating
#no scent
#works well