Petroleum jelly, like Vaseline, is not bad for you, just don't eat it. It is safe for babies and the elderly, not to mention everyone in between!
no, it is not safe because it is a form of petroleum
Petroleum jelly (Vaseline) itself is safe, but it will weaken latex condoms.
yes
No, petroleum jelly does not contain acid. It is made from a mixture of mineral oils and waxes, so it is generally considered safe for skin use.
No, contrary to popular belief, petroleum jelly is in fact a jelly.
Petroleum jelly has many uses. Petroleum jelly may be put on a burn to help soothe it. Petroleum jelly may also reduce scarring.
Take any sterile gauze, and apply any type of unscented petroleum jelly to it. Only really safe to use on wounds if the jelly is clean and the gauze is sterile.
No, petroleum jelly does not contain latex. Petroleum jelly is made from petroleum, while latex is derived from the milky sap of rubber trees. They are two different substances with different chemical compositions.
Petroleum jelly is made from petrolatum, a mixture of hydrocarbons derived from petroleum. The name "petroleum jelly" comes from the fact that it is derived from petroleum, not necessarily from being an actual jelly made from oil.
You don't put eggs in petroleum jelly to preserve.
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No, petroleum jelly does not contain gasoline. Petroleum jelly is made from a mixture of mineral oils and waxes, while gasoline is a refined petroleum product used as fuel for engines.