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Petrolatum
EmollientRicinus Communis Seed Oil
MaskingCera Alba
EmollientLanolin
EmollientAroma
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Extract
EmollientRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantTocopherol
AntioxidantBHT
AntioxidantStevia Rebaudiana Leaf/Stem Extract
MaskingCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77492
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77499
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantPetrolatum, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Cera Alba, Lanolin, Aroma, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, BHT, Stevia Rebaudiana Leaf/Stem Extract, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499, CI 15850
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
HumectantIsopropyl Palmitate
EmollientCetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientGlyceryl Stearate Se
EmulsifyingCetyl Alcohol
EmollientParfum
MaskingDimethicone
EmollientButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Oil
EmollientPetrolatum
EmollientParaffinum Liquidum
EmollientCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
PreservativePalmitic Acid
EmollientStearic Acid
CleansingMyristic Acid
CleansingDisodium EDTA
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingTocopheryl Acetate
AntioxidantCitric Acid
BufferingWater, Glycerin, Isopropyl Palmitate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Cetyl Alcohol, Parfum, Dimethicone, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Butyrospermum Parkii Oil, Petrolatum, Paraffinum Liquidum, Carbomer, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Myristic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Citric Acid
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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.
However, it’s worth noting that petrolatum has a comedogenic rating of 0. In updated rabbit ear testing (and in human testing), petrolatum was found to be not comedogenic. This means it didn’t promote comedone formation in standard models.
Fungal acne isn’t about comedogenic ratings. It’s more about whether certain ingredients can feed the yeast on your skin, which can trigger those breakouts.
Learn more about PetrolatumTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate