petroleum jelly
noun
: a neutral unctuous odorless tasteless substance obtained from petroleum and used especially in ointments and dressings
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The Mayo Clinic also recommends putting a little bit of petroleum jelly inside your nostrils in the colder months.
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Beth Krietsch, SELF, 15 Nov. 2023
For those wondering, Bajos’ nanny gets set straight about the differences between gasoline and petroleum jelly.
—WIRED, 1 Nov. 2023
The thick formula includes petrolatum (petroleum jelly) and sorbitol—to draw and seal moisture into your skin.
—Nerisha Penrose, ELLE, 28 Aug. 2023
Apply petroleum jelly to the probe of the thermometer.
—Leah Groth, Health, 20 Sep. 2023
Then the specialist will prep the area, cleaning the brows and applying a thin layer of petroleum jelly around them to prevent any accidental skin staining.
—Audrey Noble, Harper's BAZAAR, 6 Sep. 2023
Other ingredients that help soothe irritation and heal flare-ups include aloe vera, manuka honey, thermal spring water, and petroleum jelly.
—Theresa Holland, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2023
Staff will also provide you with petroleum jelly to cover minor scrapes, cuts and bruises to prevent discomfort from the salt water.
—Parker Diakite, Essence, 5 July 2023
Due to the thick flaking of skin, your dermatologist will usually recommend moisturizers, such as pure Vaseline petroleum jelly or a similar thick moisturizer.
—Women's Health, 10 June 2023
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Beth Krietsch, SELF, 15 Nov. 2023
For those wondering, Bajos’ nanny gets set straight about the differences between gasoline and petroleum jelly.
—WIRED, 1 Nov. 2023
The thick formula includes petrolatum (petroleum jelly) and sorbitol—to draw and seal moisture into your skin.
—Nerisha Penrose, ELLE, 28 Aug. 2023
Apply petroleum jelly to the probe of the thermometer.
—Leah Groth, Health, 20 Sep. 2023
Then the specialist will prep the area, cleaning the brows and applying a thin layer of petroleum jelly around them to prevent any accidental skin staining.
—Audrey Noble, Harper's BAZAAR, 6 Sep. 2023
Other ingredients that help soothe irritation and heal flare-ups include aloe vera, manuka honey, thermal spring water, and petroleum jelly.
—Theresa Holland, Peoplemag, 10 Apr. 2023
Staff will also provide you with petroleum jelly to cover minor scrapes, cuts and bruises to prevent discomfort from the salt water.
—Parker Diakite, Essence, 5 July 2023
Due to the thick flaking of skin, your dermatologist will usually recommend moisturizers, such as pure Vaseline petroleum jelly or a similar thick moisturizer.
—Women's Health, 10 June 2023
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First Known Use
1883, in the meaning defined above
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petroleum jelly
noun
: a tasteless, odorless, and oily or greasy substance from petroleum that is used especially in ointments and dressings
Medical Definition
petroleum jelly
noun
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