Prevents Moisture Loss
Creates a protective layer over the skin that significantly reduces water escaping from the surface.
HERO INGREDIENT
Petroleum
Powerful protection. Deep moisture retention. Barrier support.
Petroleum, commonly used in skincare as petrolatum, is an occlusive ingredient that forms a protective layer over the skin. It helps reduce water loss and protect dry or compromised skin from external irritation.
KEY BENEFITS
Protects the Skin Barrier
Helps shield the skin from environmental irritants while the barrier recovers.
Relieves Dryness
Can make very dry, rough, or tight-feeling skin feel softer and more comfortable.
Supports Barrier Recovery
By reducing moisture loss, petrolatum can create a favorable environment for the skin barrier to repair itself.
Helps Protect Irritated Skin
Its protective coating can reduce friction and exposure to irritating external factors.
HOW IT WORKS
The Protective Seal
Petrolatum is an occlusive, meaning it forms a protective layer on the skin rather than attracting water itself.
1.
Forms a Barrier
Petrolatum spreads across the skin and creates a protective coating.
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Reduces Water Loss
The coating greatly reduces transepidermal water loss (TEWL), helping moisture stay in the skin.
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Keeps Skin Protected
With less moisture escaping, the skin can remain softer, more hydrated, and better protected while its barrier recovers.
GREAT WITH PETROLATUM
HYDRATING SERUM
Hyaluronic Acid Serum
Adds water-based hydration that petrolatum can help seal into the skin.
MOISTURIZER
Ceramide Barrier Cream
Combines barrier-supporting ceramides with moisturizers, while petrolatum can help seal in the hydration.
GENTLE CLEANSER
Barrier-Friendly Cleanser
Gently cleanses without unnecessarily stripping the skin before applying a protective moisturizer.
REPAIR BALM
Skin Recovery Balm
A richer formula designed to protect dry, rough, or compromised areas from moisture loss.
A LITTLE EXTRA TO KNOW
How to Use Petrolatum
Petrolatum is most useful as the final protective layer of a routine. Apply it over moisturizer or another hydrating product when you want to reduce moisture loss.
It can also be applied directly to particularly dry areas such as the lips, hands, or patches of very dry skin.
Mimii Note
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Petrolatum doesn't add water to your skin — it helps keep the water you already have from escaping. Think of it as putting a protective blanket over your skincare.