50 Uses for Vaseline

145 Responses to “50 Uses for Vaseline”

1. madrid on Sep 20th, 2008 at 9:32 am

   Vaseline is a petroleum derivative and a by-product of oil drilling. It is not good for you or the environment. Try organic plant based oils.
2. georgia on Sep 21st, 2008 at 11:07 pm

   sweeeet
3. Christina on Sep 22nd, 2008 at 7:14 pm

   @ madrid:

   Thanks for the comment – I have been using it for a lot of years, as have a lot of people, and I just have to respectfully disagree. Besides we feed our family from the petroleum industry, so I can’t altogether diss them either. But I totally respect your opinion, thanks so much for taking the time to share it, Madrid.
4. kylie on Sep 26th, 2008 at 12:17 pm

   vaseline rocks! and a tub lasts like, forever.
5. panchitah on Sep 29th, 2008 at 12:18 pm

   Three warnings about petroleum jelly:
   Do not use it on burns (including sunburns) as it will trap the heat on your skin making the damage worse. Do not use it for nasal congestion or dryness because when inhaled can go into your lungs and cause lipoid pneumonia. Also, do not use on any latex product because it can weaken and damage it.

   On the environmental concerns:
   I found this great response to a similar topic discussion that might help expand on what Madrid commented.

   “Mineral oil is a refined byproduct of the distillation of gasoline from crude oil. It is a leftover liquid, and because it is abundant, it is very inexpensive. It also will not spoil. So mineral oil is used the main ingredient in baby oil, petroleum jelly and many lotions and cosmetics, especially lipstick.

   In a way, using this waste oil in consumer products is good environmental practice, because it is recycling a waste into another product rather than putting it into the environment.

   The reason mineral oil is not “natural” is because in the world of product labeling ingredients fall into two categories. Those made from petrochemicals are “manmade” or “synthetic” and those made from plants, animals, and minerals are “natural”. In this case, natural is the alternative to petrochemical. Yes, it all comes from nature originally, but this is the terminology that is used. So my comment was to say that a product cannot be labeled “natural” and contain an ingredient that is derived from a petrochemical.

   You are right that many products are made from oil. They are not unnatural regarding their source, but by the time they are processed, they are in a form that does not occur in nature. Our bodies cannot assimilate them. The environment can’t break them down. They are unrecognizable by the living processes of nature.” (source: http://www.dld123.com/q&a/index.php?cid=77)
6. kate on Sep 30th, 2008 at 8:52 pm

   Being created using oil has a downside and not just for the environment. Vaseline is in the red zone on being known to cause cancer as well. It probably won’t hurt you if you only use it a little, but think about the effects from 40 years of use. Gross.
   http://www.cosmeticdatabase.com/wordsearch_free.php?hq=vaseline&go=go
7. kate on Sep 30th, 2008 at 8:56 pm

   correction, the Vaseline 100% pure petroleum jelly is safe, but the intensive care line is the one that is bad for you.
8. Linda Howard on Oct 1st, 2008 at 7:02 pm

   Wow! I never knew that petroleum jelly could be harmful.

   By the way, if you have ever taken Premarin – you know that is
   made upof horse urine.
9. Willow on Oct 4th, 2008 at 4:53 am

   Vasoline is also good for stopping bloody noses. Cover a Q-tip with it and stick it up your bloody nose. I don’t know why it works but it does.
10. Sinjin on Oct 4th, 2008 at 10:34 pm

    “Wow! I never knew that petroleum jelly could be harmful.

    By the way, if you have ever taken Premarin – you know that is
    made upof horse urine.”

    Linda Howard, petroleum jelly is not harmful. Read the comment directly above yours, then visit the link in an older comment. 100% petroleum jelly is NOT harmful. Certain products made with it, using other chemicals, CAN BE.

    I’m not sure why you felt the need to clue us in on Premarin, but yes, it is made from estrogens extracted from the urine of pregnant mares. Take a gander at the pharmaceutical industry as a whole, and you’d be amazed at where many drugs come from.

    What does Premarin have to do with Vaseline? Odd.

    Sorry to be so incredibly off-topic. Great list!
11. Christina on Oct 7th, 2008 at 7:21 am

    @ Sinjin:

    I really think that petroleum jelly has been used for so many years, that if there were any true problems with it, we would have seen them by now. I know there are a ton of people who totally disagree with me, but that’s ok. I think we all will be ok.

    Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment (everyone)!
12. Christina on Oct 7th, 2008 at 7:21 am

    @ Willow:

    That’s a good one Willow – thanks for sharing.
13. chelle on Oct 11th, 2008 at 2:22 pm

    Do not put vaseline on tattoos!!!!!
14. Deborah on Oct 20th, 2008 at 4:50 am

    For those looking for a safer, less controversial and more enviromentally friendly product try virgin coconut oil with some rose essential oil fabulous for hair, face, even shaving ones leg…leaves you feeling a tad tropical and luxuriously smooth…
15. Magasiv on Oct 24th, 2008 at 2:25 pm

    These are great ideas. I especially liked the kool aid and chocolate lip gloss ideas. I’ve been using vaseline for years, but it never occured to me to add kool aid or chocolate. Great!
16. Christina on Oct 27th, 2008 at 12:40 pm

    @ Magasiv:

    I love the chocolate – really. Yum yum. Let me know what you think when you try it!
17. Magasiv on Oct 27th, 2008 at 4:16 pm

    I tried it today … it’s great. Delicious! and it smells soooo good too! Thanx so much for the ideas.
18. Ashley on Oct 30th, 2008 at 8:33 pm

    I used to have a vehicle that had a fan-belt that squealed when the air-conditioner was used. I simply kept a tub of vaseline in my car and when it started squealing, I shut the car off, popped the hood, and put some vaseline on the underside of the belt. Worked great and typically didn’t need to be reapplied until after a rain.
19. Shells on Nov 2nd, 2008 at 12:49 pm

    The chocolate lip gloss idea sounds great; Will try it!
20. Moe on Nov 18th, 2008 at 9:01 am

    On the days when I need a break from mascara, I rub some Vaseline on the lashes, It gives the appearance that I have a light coat of mascara on.
21. amy on Nov 20th, 2008 at 6:02 am

    Using it on tattoos makes the color fade and run and it doesn't let the wound breathe.
22. aidan0105 on Nov 21st, 2008 at 12:00 am

    really helpful..cant wait to try chocolate lip gloss..thanks for this cristina. god speed.
23. jessica on Dec 8th, 2008 at 4:40 pm

    Its true bad to put on fresh tattoos but once there healed, its amazing what it can do for the ink I would wait a good 6 weeks or more. Also I use it for anything that sticks.. Fixed my stroller wheel haha..
24. carolyn bowman on Dec 11th, 2008 at 12:09 pm

    I would think if you put vaseline on your lashes or around your eyes at night, or any other time, you would wake up with them stuck together, but then I’ve never tried it. And that it can be used as a make up remover; and you are talking about the regular old vaseline petroleum jeely in the jar that’s been sold for years? I’m amazed at the things above that it can be used for. I’ll be looking into some of these. Sounds a lot safer than some other products I’ve been reading about !
25. Kathy on Dec 18th, 2008 at 10:47 am

    I have used Vaseline all my life, and I’m now 54 yrs. old. My Mom used it on my cheeks when I went out in the cold as a child, and I used it on my kids too. I used it for about 99% of the listings above. Its GREAT stuff!! And it lasts like forever!! There is nothing better than Vaseline. However, Vaseline is not recommended for tattoos except for after the duration of the antibotic ointment.
26. stephen on Dec 20th, 2008 at 2:47 am

    You can also put it on small cuts because it blocks it and stops it bleeding its good for when u pop zits.
27. Anna on Dec 23rd, 2008 at 12:03 pm

    I love your ideas for mixing chocolate or Kool-aid for flavored lip gloss–although I’d try it with non-petroleum products if possible.

    I think the best use for Vaseline is for helping to stop bleeding. It is a wound-healer because it seals cuts off from the outside air and bacteria. Unfortunately I think by definition this does mean that it clogs pores.

    Another note: the Vitalizing Gel Body Oil contains Brazil Nut Seed Oil and Sweet Almond Oil–natural oils (although the first ingredient is still petroleum based.) If you like this Vaseline product, you may want to give purely natural oil-based products a try. I’d be curious to hear a review and comparison if you do!
28. jackie :D on Dec 24th, 2008 at 6:36 pm

    WOW! I HAVE BEEN USING VASELINE FOR YEARS :/ AND IT DOESN’T GIVE ME CLOGGED PORES! MY SKIN IS SOFT 2! AND I ALWAYS PUT IT ON MY EYELASHES EVERY NIGHT! AND IF YOU SAW HOW LONG AND FULL MY EYELASHES WERE…YOU WOULD BE RUNNING TO THE STORE TO BUY MORE VASELINE!!!!!! ITS SUCH A GOOD PRODUCT,AND EVEN TYRA BANKS USES IT LIKE CRAZY FOR JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING! SO DON’T GET SCARED BECAUSE A (FEW) PEOPLE SAY IT WILL GIVE YOU CANCER. AND IF I COULD THEN I WOULD SOAK IN A TUB OF VASELINE EVERYDAY ALL DAY SO IF IT WORKS FOR YOU THEN KEEP ON USING IT AND STAY BEAUTIFUL
29. bryan on Dec 28th, 2008 at 8:45 pm

    is it good for tattoos?
30. Helen on Jan 3rd, 2009 at 10:26 am

    I used vaseline from the first day of my pregnancy.
    I never got a tiny strach mark on my belly. After i gave a birth to my son, my skin went back to normal, without any marks. I works magic.
    Helen
31. Kim on Jan 8th, 2009 at 11:50 am

    Not to gross anyone out or anything, but another good thing it is for is…hemorrhoids and fissures.
32. Kim on Jan 8th, 2009 at 11:55 am

    Opps…also wanted to mention that it is WONDERFUL for putting on newborn babies hands and feet. Lotion has too much water in it whereas Vaseline..er Petroleum Jelly does not and soaks into the skin. Be careful though. If you do use it on the newborns hands, be sure to cover them up in mittens or a blanket so if they put their fingers in their mouths. My daughters doctor recommended this because her 3 week old baby’s hands and feet were very dry and scaly. Over night they became so soft and supple.
33. Dinky on Jan 11th, 2009 at 9:22 am

    can vaseline be used as a cure for dark lips? not caused from smoking or caffeine though
    because I’m having a pretty hard time dealing with it =(
34. Mari on Jan 22nd, 2009 at 8:22 am

    I don’t know if anyone still reads this posting, but I have another use for the Vaseline – you know those pants that you have to squeeze into? Try putting a dab of Vaseline on the zipper. There you go!!
35. Lauren on Feb 17th, 2009 at 4:37 pm

    awesome!
36. Mithila on Feb 22nd, 2009 at 3:18 pm

    Vaseline makes your lips get dark!
37. Eden on Mar 1st, 2009 at 3:56 pm

    Vaseline is applied to tattoos before they are covered up with plastic wrap by a lot of tattoo artists. I wouldn’t use it on the scabs afterward as the drying and falling off of the scab is the healing of the skin and the sealing in of the ink. It does feel great on the tattooed skin right after they do the art though.

    Also is a great lube on nuts and bolts, screws, etc etc.
38. Jamie on Mar 13th, 2009 at 10:41 pm

    I rub a small amouth of it on my face every night and when I wake up my face is smooth and soft and I have this glow to it. And I’ve realized that my makeup goes on so much smoother and lookes better. Vaseline is amazing.
39. Cute Easy Hairstyles on Mar 19th, 2009 at 9:22 am

    Wow!! Seems like this is the only thing you need. I can replace a lot of products by just vaseline. Thanks for sharing!!!
40. Wolfie on Mar 28th, 2009 at 8:28 pm

    Heya Dinky,

    I’ve got the same problem with dark lips even though I do not smoke or drink much caffeine. I usually rub a tiny amount of honey on my lips before I go to sleep, and use a lip balm with SPF 30 during the day. It works!
41. Anna on Apr 14th, 2009 at 2:47 am

    Vaseline is a little pot of goo, that will save you a ton of money! This little investment will save you on lipgloss, mascara etc. I am going to tell EVERYONE about this website!
42. natalie on Apr 20th, 2009 at 7:03 pm

    when i had lice i put vaseline in my hair and put my hair in a ponytail and the lice crawled right to the ponytail and the lice was gone! disgusting, i know. but it works
43. lily on Apr 29th, 2009 at 11:18 am

    if it makes heat stay on your skin wouldn’t it age it? i use it round my eyes but worry about fine lines…
44. a girl with many tatts on May 7th, 2009 at 12:19 pm

    i realize no comments have been added sense ’08 but NEVER NEVER use Vaseline on a new Tattoo. It is highly frowned upon in the tattoo industry. well to those who at least know what the hell they are doing.
45. Clare on May 8th, 2009 at 6:39 am

    What a wonderful website! I also have the eye worry – I use vaseline round my eyes to moisturise them and try and reduce dark circles, but is using vaseline for this good for them?

    Another tip to to clean an old mascara brush and apply vaseline using that either on a break from mascara day or before bed at night, also great for taming eyebrows with the same brush!

    x~
46. cherrybomb on May 17th, 2009 at 12:16 pm

    as a beauty therapist i always use vasaline, a small amount applied to moles,blemishes,cuts,psoriasis and other skin irritations, it acts as a barrier and protects the area during wax treatments.
47. ThinkThruFashion on May 28th, 2009 at 12:32 am

    What a great article! Thanks for sharing. Need to go get some vaseline now!
48. Tanya on Jun 13th, 2009 at 12:06 pm

    I love vaseline. After I wash my face at night, I smear on an anti-oxidant lotion, and after that absorbs, I lock it in with a layer of vaseline, and go to bed. When I wake up, I wash my face, and my skin looks so DEWY and young (without being shiny) I’m 8 years older than my sister, and my skin looks better than hers.

    I also use sunscreen spf 35 during the daytime, and she tans and eats a lot more sugar than I do, so maybe that has something to do with it also.

    Sugar oxidizes your cells and causes damage… and tanning is horrible when it comes to aging your skin.
49. erica on Jun 25th, 2009 at 7:48 pm

    you shouldn’t use vaseline on tattoos, it can cause it to heal wrong.
50. lala on Jun 27th, 2009 at 3:08 am

    where u did you get the fact that “vaseline is not pore-clogging”?
51. Z0E on Jul 1st, 2009 at 12:22 pm

    Yeah, I doubt Vaseline is foolproof. It does have it’s negative effects, clogging pores and bioaccumulation but I use it for removing make-up.

    The pros outnumbers the cons and it’s so versatile. I wouldn’t suggest using it as a lotion. I tried it once and it felt so greasy and it made my skin shiny.
52. taytay on Jul 7th, 2009 at 9:13 pm

    i plucked way too much of my eyebrows and i was wondering if vaseline helps grow eyebrows back? or if anyone has any other good methods it would really help me out !
    thanx. =)
53. Cathy on Jul 28th, 2009 at 12:54 pm

    Wow, who knew? Great article on 50 ways to use Vaseline. Thanks I’m going to try many of these for sure
54. Josephine on Aug 26th, 2009 at 3:26 pm

    I use Vaseline when it’s cold outside (in the winter) on my hands and put my gloves on–keeps them nice and warm!
55. Abigail on Aug 27th, 2009 at 11:55 am

    Oh wow. I only ever used it on my lips, now i have 50 other uses! Thanks, by the way. Loved number 51
56. Rachel on Aug 27th, 2009 at 12:54 pm

    I used it on my eyelashes and they already look longer!
57. patty on Aug 27th, 2009 at 1:00 pm

    I put a small amount of vaseline on the tip of my finger and rub it in a circular motion around my anus hole for about 30 seconds and it doesn’t itch for the rest of the day. I do this everyday before work
58. Nicole on Sep 6th, 2009 at 9:15 pm

    Vasoline can also be used to smother ticks and make them easier to remove. I use it every night before going to bed, and my skin looks dewy. Try a very light layer around eyes before makeup application to fill fine lines
59. Kelly on Sep 17th, 2009 at 8:03 pm

    I learned this trick and its amazing! You know when you wear heels and you get horrible blisters on the back of your ankle or on the tops where the edges are? Put a layer of vaseline on your trouble spots and blisters wont happen!
60. Madison on Oct 4th, 2009 at 9:40 pm

    Great list! I’ll have to try some of these (like chocolate lip gloss – yum!)
    I put a thin layer of Vaseline on my face and lips every night. When I wake up it looks all glowy:)
    That stuff is magic! Haha:)
61. Alex on Oct 9th, 2009 at 11:25 am

    I currently split my lip and vaseline healed it in about 2 days!!!!!!
62. olep on Oct 21st, 2009 at 11:35 pm

    Great job. All tips are really helpful.
63. Josephine on Oct 22nd, 2009 at 7:47 am

    @kelly you have to be careful if the shoes are leather as it could cause some damage…
64. lisbeth on Oct 25th, 2009 at 2:27 pm

    i love vaseline i do this trick every night where i first wash my face with clean and clear scrub,(4pm) then i put vaseline all over my face, take about a 2 hour nap & when i wake up (7pm)i wash off again with clean and clear. & when im about to go to bed i use proactiv (9pm). this keeps my skin so clear and i never get pimples anymore. proactiv didnt work by itself with me so i found this out, & its true that you’re eyelashes grow! vaseline is my beauty secret i LOVE IT!
65. Tanya from Online Colleges on Nov 4th, 2009 at 5:37 pm

    These are great tips. I like the idea of making your own chocolate lip gloss.
66. christie on Nov 8th, 2009 at 9:51 am

    Vaseline is great for baby diaper rash. I put a thick layer on before bed and in the morning my son’s diaper rash is gone.
67. lacie on Nov 11th, 2009 at 9:08 pm

    NEVER EVER EVER put Vaseline on a tattoo. EVER
68. Freya on Nov 15th, 2009 at 11:21 am

    Corrolary to #25: It will help you get any healed piercing in and out – although I never have issues with my ears, I sometimes need to use a bit of it for my belly ring.
69. Lula on Nov 20th, 2009 at 8:20 pm

    Please, NEVER put vaseline on healing tattoos, it will leave it blotchy and uneven. Your tattoo needs to dry and peel.
70. nikki on Dec 8th, 2009 at 10:09 pm

    wow!! i only use to use vasoline on my lips as a moisturizer and gloss but now im finally going to be able to get the the next 99% of my tub of vasoline(which i had for about 3 years lready!!!) this stuff last so long and is cheap!! i can replace lip gloss, chapstick, mascara and moisturizer for only about 4$ a year!

    im trying the eyelash thing right now for the first time, hope it works and i was wondering if i can put it on my face and not get pimples(im a teenager lol)
71. Tessa on Dec 12th, 2009 at 11:41 pm

    VASELINE DOES NOT CLOG PORES! Please read the jar. It is non-comedogenic. Your body absorbs it over time. Breaks it down. If you are worried about waking up greasy. You won’t. So many people are making assumptions, but are not even looking at any facts. I have very sensitive and acne prone skin. Everything makes my face break out. I wash my face with a soap free and fragrance free cleanser and then rub on some Vaseline before bed. It is the only thing that works for me.
72. Pauline on Jan 12th, 2010 at 2:12 am

    Yeah, it’s good for when you pop zits or any other minor cuts. Helps stop the bleeding. I wipe it off after the bleeding stops and it heals better like nothing happened although with a smaller scab or no scab at all, impossible to tell that I pricked myself. I don’t always use it for other cuts though, for cuts the best thing to do is to just let it dry though that doesn’t happen until it stops bleeding.
    Oh yeah, if you get cuts on your finger (you know, on the thick padded skin which doesn’t heal fast and is prone to infection?). The first thing you do is wash it out to clean it an put a band-aid on it. I don’t like waterproof band-aid unless I absolutely have to, your skin can’t breathe and traps moisture, which makes it worse so it’s better to use cloth band-aids . Once you get home rise it (option) and then blowdry it. After that if you can go without a band aid go without it, if not, cut off a bit of band aid and put it on top of the cut. The key to healing wounds fast is to let it dry up and clot without infection.
73. Ria on Jan 17th, 2010 at 12:11 pm

    The petroleum molecules are too big to clog the pores of your skin. Trust me, I’m a dermatologist.
74. Janelle on Jan 27th, 2010 at 4:51 pm

    ive been dying to find out how to make my eyelashes grow longer and thicker, then i didnt kno that vaseline would be one of the best and cheapest to use! geez, so right after i read this i went out to buy one haha. i bought vaseline supposedly just for my eyelashes but wow i didnt kno theres sooooooooooooooooooooooooo many other things i can use vaseline for. awesome. im sharing this to my friends!!

    btw, i dnt wanna sound stupidd or anything, but how do i exactly apply vaseline to my hair. i mean i read this article saying it can also prevent frizzzzyy hair and i dnt kno exactly how im goin to do it. i mean like put them all over to my hair like putting conditioner or smething. would that really help my hair to get really smooth tho??

    and if applying to face, is it bad if theres some pimple in some area?i dnt have any, but in case.

    i dnt need answers right away,but yea id love to hear sme advice/suggestions thanks!
75. kandy on Nov 7th, 2010 at 9:35 pm

    Its a petroleum product….remember the Exxon Valdez????????
76. Yvonne Smith on Dec 4th, 2010 at 8:35 pm

    I love this product! My best friend(especially in the cold winter months).
77. Yvette on Dec 16th, 2010 at 2:25 am

    Hey!

    I use vaseline on zips especially on invisible zips as it helps them to glide smoothly, great for catwalk shows
78. Steph on Dec 16th, 2010 at 11:23 pm

    Use #52 – Vaseline is great if your cat gets hairballs. Just dab a little bit on your cat’s nose, he’ll lick it off and it will coat his digestive tract. He’ll stop coughing immediately!
79. Lisa on Dec 26th, 2010 at 8:22 am

    You can also use it on cold sores to stop them spreading
80. fajas colombianas on Jan 3rd, 2011 at 11:41 am

    I put vaseline on zippers so they could glide easily.
81. Jenna on Jan 4th, 2011 at 2:57 pm

    Maybe it works good because it’s winter but I’ve been using vaseline to lock in my nightly face moisturizer. Its really weird, I thought it would make me break out or make my face greasy, but I always wake up with perfectly soft flawless skin! I don’t even have to wash my face in the morning. I’m all about these DIY tips! I even started using baking soda to whiten my teeth & wash my hair!
    http://www.fourgreensteps.com/infozone/lifestyle-health/top-15-natural-beauty-secrets
82. Trinny on Jan 4th, 2011 at 9:48 pm

    I’ve been using vaeline around and under my eyes at night. I know the skin around eyes is sensitive. Is it ok to use vaseline for that? Thanks
83. Her on Jan 18th, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    I adore Vaseline.
    Coming from a 13 year old who has suffered from Atopic Dermatitis, Eczema and dry skin, this cheap product is a miracle worker! I use it as a face mosturiser and for my eyes.
    Everyone tells me my best feature is my hazel eyes, so i like to take advantage of that.
    I strongly advise people who long for thicker, longer eyelashes to use petroleum jelly. Just apply a thick amount to your finger and run it smoothly and carefully along the tip of your eyelashes. I’m so happy I discovered this because my eyelashes feel and look amazing, and have grown unbelievably lengthy!
    Also for glowing eyelids, apply a thick amount to your finger, dab it on and watch your eyelids sparkle. Even if you’re frowning, your eyes will continue to smile even if your mouth isn’t.
    Thank you,
84. dinish gurl on Mar 17th, 2011 at 9:37 pm

    wow wat a great vaseline…nvr seen such a wonderful product in a very cheap price…actually im from malaysia..n i just get a vaseline tub for rm1…n so0o0 many wonderful thing i do from it…thank vaseline love u alo….
85. Hannah on May 2nd, 2011 at 4:25 am

    Really random but it’s really good to help the hair grow back on horses who have gotten cuts or scratches (a type of fungus that causes the hair to fall off). Because of this I can certainly see how it would help your eyelashes grow…I’d even bet that it would make your head hair grow too! This is such a nice tip; I had a horse once with a bunch of little nicks and after applying this for a couple of weeks he looked perfect. It made going into the show ring so much less stressful
86. Nicole on May 4th, 2011 at 9:42 pm

    Thank you for these wonderful ideas! I am going to try them all! What else is Vaseline good for?
87. vallie on May 12th, 2011 at 10:55 am

    i use vaseline over my body at least 1 time mo. it is a great
    detoxifier for all those little creatures we cannot see under our skin. coffee (fine ground)mixed with vaseline is a tasty lip gloss, thanks for vaseline on car fan belt, mine makes lots of noise. if you get a chance read biography of vaseline inventor Robert Cheesbrough. vaseline has been around for a long time, to my knowledge no one has ever been harmed by it.
    i occasionally give my dogs a bite to keep them cleaned out, they do fine.
88. name on May 21st, 2011 at 1:51 pm

    I’m not sure if anyone is still reading this but I just wanted to share this web page

    http://truthinaging.com/body/vaseline-petroleum-jelly-uses-and-safety

    I explains that, even though vaseline petroleum jelly is made from petroleum, it is highly refined and any carcigens and other harmful substances have been removed. There is no cancer link, or any other harmful side effects, to using vaseline petroleum jelly.
89. Layla on May 28th, 2011 at 8:27 pm

    i use it on my eyelashes every night! its fabulous. the only problem is that my long full eyelashes really hurt when i get one in my eye haha
90. Sarah on Jun 9th, 2011 at 12:28 am

    I read through the list of comments about vaseline. I have suddenyl started to get really bad rash and acne on my face and some areas of my body. Some are due to ingrowing hair and others I am unsure about. Never had this problem before and my self esteem has really been affected by it. My skin basially hurts and is very very dry on top of it. Can vaseline help clear up acne? The skin around the acne is always dry and my skin just cracks leaving marks. Can vaseline help fade marks? Appreciate your advise. Thanks
91. Fester on Jun 12th, 2011 at 3:28 pm

    How do you apply the vaseline to your eyelashes ?
92. Josie on Jun 18th, 2011 at 12:25 am

    My husband has suffered terribly from exzema over the years. Someone told him about lathering himself with it while still wet after shower is finished. It has done wonders for him the last 6 months! Also, it is fabulous for cracked heels. Use generously on feet (esp. heels) then sock your feet before a workout (or bed). You’d think it’d be really goopy, but the skin does absorb it very well and leaves your skin quite soft. I’ll have to try it on my face and eyelashes. Thanks for the info! : )
93. Aariia on Jun 18th, 2011 at 8:20 pm

    Well i am a fan of Vaseline.. i have tried it on feet and lips..and over night my lips and feet both were softer than ever.. thanks for sharing other uses..
94. Bella on Jul 9th, 2011 at 2:29 am

    well my mom has been using petroleum jelly for about 20 years and she still doesn’t have cancer, shes 48 now. I love the stuff, best moisturizer ever. makes hands feel amazing after washing the dishes and great for hair!
95. aqha rider on Jul 24th, 2011 at 9:05 pm

    i ride horses and compete, i put it on their faces and it keeps it shiny all day!
96. Samantha on Aug 4th, 2011 at 1:57 am

    Thanks so much, Christina, for writing this article! I think you should remove the tips where you put Vaseline on fresh tattoos though. According to most people here–if not all–Vaseline on tattoos is a must-not.

    Thanks again, Christina.
97. Samantha on Aug 4th, 2011 at 2:02 am

    By the way, Vaseline with eyeshadow pigments can also become a cream eyeshadow. If the eyeshadow is light enough, let it be a highlighter. If it’s dark enough, let it be a bronzer.
    The chocolate chip idea is good. You can also use hot chocolate powder–it tastes different but still good.

    I use Vaseline on my eyelashes, eyebrows, and lips every night. This article is really helpful.
98. s.hajeera on Sep 29th, 2011 at 11:41 am

    I like all the uses.
    I don’t vaseline have 50 uses.
    But do use vaseline for dark circles?
    We may apply it on dark circles?
    Do we get good result or not?
99. vm on Oct 1st, 2011 at 4:57 pm

    ok i totally disagree that vaseline is harmefull because if it was why would they still be selling it
100. Britt on Nov 6th, 2011 at 8:30 pm

     #25 shouldn’t be on this list. Yeah, it my help, but it also helps bacteria growth. If you want something to help, go look at tattoo piercing sites. Or if you’re not too scared, ask the kids with big holes in their ears. ;D
101. Swetha on Nov 18th, 2011 at 2:46 am

     Ive been applying vaseline on my eyelashes every night for about a week and i can see the results visible.I could see my eyelashs have grown thicker and longer.
     Vaseline truly works wonders..just love it…:)
102. Naomi on Dec 6th, 2011 at 5:07 pm

     Vaseline is a petroleum derivative and a by-product of oil drilling. It is not good for you or the environment. Try organic plant based oils.

     i have to agree. the problem with vaseline is that is stays on top of your skin and does not go beneth where your skin truely needs to be moisturized thats why it’s something you have to use every day. good moisturizers treat the problem not a symtom
103. JY on Dec 17th, 2011 at 3:39 pm

     Umm… This is sort of a wierd question, but if Vaseline makes hair grow, wouldn’t it make your face hairy if you used it as a moisturiser???
104. Melissa on Dec 27th, 2011 at 11:22 pm

     I use it when my fingers peal around my nails. Works like a charm.

     It’s also a great lubricant(; If you know what I mean.
105. Cheryl on Jan 1st, 2012 at 7:27 pm

     Just read this and although it is an old post… want to add that my new dermatologist last week removed some moles that were abnormal and my instruction was to put vaseline on them until healed. I’m not sure yet I’m doing it.. that’s what the dr ordered…??? sometimes I wonder if the old fashioned vaseline on body things, castor oil weekly, etc etc had something to them! Happy New Year all! blessings…
106. Thelma Nora on Jan 5th, 2012 at 5:09 pm

     I had a very scaly cheeks for a long time and tried medication that was given to me to use and did not help to heal the problem. I tried to use vaseline by chance and it started to heal. I now use it every night and it is completely cured.
     I follow all of the tips that was suggested, thank you much.
107. Thelma Nora on Jan 5th, 2012 at 5:12 pm

     Thank you for the great tips. I had problems with my scaly
     cheeks and it did cure my cheeks within a week. Thank you.
108. Liskiss on Jan 11th, 2012 at 11:50 pm

     Don’t use vasoline on tattoos, using vasoline or triple antibiotic ointments (Neosporin) will pull color out of the tattoo and make it look blotched. Although vasoline is used by some during the tattoo process it’s not wise to use it after the tattoo, it’s main use during the tattoo is to help the needles glide along your skin. Instead use a lotion without any scent to moisten your skin, if the lotion has a scent it’ll have the same affect as using vasoline or ointment.
     Source: I’m a tattoo artist, and have several of my own.
109. Courtney on Jan 15th, 2012 at 11:36 am

     I use Vaseline all the time for most of these reasons! I think it was passed down from my mom because she always used it too. Just read a an article about lip exfoliation with a toothbrush at http://www.taaz.com/trends/trends.html, great way to use Vaseline!
110. Sandra Crook on Feb 6th, 2012 at 6:15 am

     Four weeks ago I developed itching and swelling on the skin above my eyelid and below my eyebrows (not on the eyelid). Hadn’t changed any toiletries brands, eaten anything unusual and although we were abroad and in the sun, I spend months in the sun at other times of the year without any problems. A local chemist gave me some opthalmic hydrocortisone, which I used sparingly (I believe such preparations can thin the skin.) It improved but then it came back when I stopped using it. Tried Eumovate (again very sparingly) and that’s cleared it in two applications, but because I’m nervous about stirring it up again with my normal moisturiser, the skin is now very dry and rough. Wondered whether it would be safe to use Vaseline. Any ideas?
111. Hollboll on Feb 6th, 2012 at 3:08 pm

     can u still do all this stuff if you have the lipbalm instead of the pot?? plz reply
112. Dana on Feb 11th, 2012 at 1:57 pm

     To Cheryl
     At my daughter’s follow-up visit with her surgeon, the doctor told us to apply vaseline to her three incisions to promote better, quicker healing. We did and it definitely worked. Two of the incisions are barely noticeable and the third is gone.
113. carol on Feb 15th, 2012 at 7:24 pm

     I HAVE BEEN READING THESE COMMENTS AND JUST BY COINCIDENCE, I STARTED THIS YESTERDAY.(USING VASELINE ON MY FACE AND EYELASHES). IM 65 YEARS OLD AND JUST HAD CATARACT SURGERY. SINCE I CAN SEE WHAT MY FACE REALLY LOOKS LIKE AND EYES WITHOUT GLASSES, I DECIDED I NEEDED A LITTLE HELP,SO…. I DECIDED TO PUT IT ON MY EYELASHES AND THEN CURL THEM UNTIL I CAN USE MASCARA AGAIN. BOY WHAT A DIFFERANCE. I ALSO PUT IT ON MY FACE WHILE IT WAS STILL WET AND THEN APPLIED MY MAKEUP. I LOVE THE DEWY LOOK IT GIVES ME, EVEN AT MY AGE. OH ALSO IT IS GREAT TO PUT ON NAIL POLISH BOTTLE TOPS BRFORE SCREWING ON THE TOP. NO MORE SRUGGLING TO TWIST OFF AGAIN. SAME WITH PASTE AND GLUE.
114. Julie:) on Mar 20th, 2012 at 4:30 pm

     I come from a family of tattoo artists and am a tattoo artist myself, I use vaseline during the process of doing the tattoo it help the needle glide n it also helps the ink stick but during the healing process I stronqly advise you not too use it on the tattoo it pulls the ink out and makes it very light don’t use lotions either it will dry out the tattoo, use carmex on small tattoos or the ointment the artist at the shop gives you.
115. Slug Lady on Mar 21st, 2012 at 8:00 pm

     strip naked, cover your entire body in vaseline, and pretend you are a slug!!
116. Alice on Mar 25th, 2012 at 4:45 pm

     Its better to use bepanthen on tattoo’s but vaseline can be used but my brothers who both have a few tattoo’s said that it doesnt help heal them at all really!!But anyway i love this list and i’ve tried most of them xx
117. hadiah on May 10th, 2012 at 10:21 am

     thank you forthe tips they r amazing!
118. Page on Jul 3rd, 2012 at 11:27 pm

     Dear Christina,
     I will be 35 years old in 5 months and i’m told everyday hopw I look 25. I’ve been using Vaseline and vitamin E oil for years. I’m shocked by the comments some people are leaving I grew up with this product as millions of people have and personally never heard of ANY CASE of Vaseline causing harm to anyone.
     Thanks,
     Island Girl from Guam
119. Josie on Jul 17th, 2012 at 10:28 pm

     I feel like a lot of these are the same thing worded differently.
120. M&M on Jul 18th, 2012 at 11:56 pm

     Im a huge fan of vaseline! Especially on my lashes. It keeps them moisturized and conditioned. If you think about it they cant produce their own oil therefore they need moisture. I think its improved the thickness and length. I apply it on my lashes, around my eyes, and on my eye brows. Its not proven to make hair grow but it did help my eye brows grow. Must have beauty secret!
121. Jenna on Jul 22nd, 2012 at 1:08 am

     I just recently heard about putting Vaseline on your eyelashes before bed, I’ve been doing it every night for the past week. It really does work! My eyelashes looked longer and thicker even the next day! I’m hoping I continue to see these results. Thanks for all the tips!
122. Rachel on Aug 27th, 2012 at 3:39 pm

     Just because a label states that something is “non-comedogenic” doesn’t mean it is. In fact, most of the time products that claim this ARE actually comedogenic. This can be proven simply by reading the label and comparing the ingredients to a comedogenic scale list, these have been scientifically proven and tested in a lab setting. The way companies get away fake claims about being non-comedogenic when they actually are is that the research has found only 30% of skin are prone to acne from comedogenic products (you know who you are!). Therefore the lucky 70% of people who don’t have this problem loudly drown out those who do. companies can say, oh most of our customers don’t have a problem. and they are right, 70% of people won’t. My suggestions are if you are one of the 30% and have issues with pore clogging: google “comedogenicity rating” and print out one that has everything in alphabetical order for your easy reference. Comedogenicity ranking is also called a “COM scale” If you have sensitive skins find one that also has the “IRR scale” = irritation causing. Check your ingredients lists on all your skincare and makeup and avoid products with high ratings in them (4 – 5). Also avoid those with moderate ratings if they appear near the top of an ingredients list (rating of 2 – 3). If a moderately comedogenic ingredient appears near the end it will probably be ok. Ok now for some examples. Did you know that Sodium Lauryl Sulphate is actually comedogenic? ie MOST shower gels, shampoos, and your “oil free” face wash actually clogs pores (in the 30% of people) and cause the very acne you are trying to treat!! did you know that (some) red F,D & C color pigments found in your blush and lip products causes breakouts also? Its not intuitive but once you keep that list with you in your handbag for shopping trips and another copy on your makeup table you will learn very quickly how to scan an ingredients list in seconds and not buy or use what causes the problem and get clear skin for good. It worked for me. By the way, Petrolatum, the Vaseline we are talking about, is rated a 0 for pore clogging and 0 for skin irritation. It is non-comedogenic and not skin irritating, as long as it is a purified cosmetic grade like Vaseline brand or similar. Hope this clears everything up! (pun)
123. laura west on Sep 8th, 2012 at 1:09 pm

     Honey…my grandma used Vaseline on her face every day of her life..coming from Kansas..she lived to 98..without a wrinkle…you decide !
124. Nancy on Sep 8th, 2012 at 7:58 pm

     I like Vit. E oil because it is natural and does a great job on my lips and cheeks anywhere really. I also use Vit. E moisterizing skin cream on my legs, arms, anywhere that’s dry. I put it on my feet, let it dry and then put socks on. Just a thought if you want to stay about from Vaseline.
125. Alecia on Sep 22nd, 2012 at 1:20 pm

     I love this article…I have been using it for years and it’s GREAT! Thanks for sharing.
126. kat on Oct 4th, 2012 at 8:12 pm

     Thank you so much for this great article and the recipes. If you knew I never believed in all the benefits and uses PJ has for beauty until I met a friend of my grandma who’s been using it for almost everything since she was in her 20′s. She is over 70 and looks 50!!!! I’m not kidding That lady’s skin and hair are amazing!! She has not one wrinkle in her face, hands or anywhere else.
127. tink on Oct 23rd, 2012 at 10:59 am

     I love vaseline for everything. Bet ya didn’t know you can also start a campfire with it. Yup it’s quite flammable. Take some cotton balls cover them with vaseline put them in something like an Altoids tin with a lid. Add a steel rod and a hacksaw blade And boom water proof fire starter..
128. Payton Lee on Nov 25th, 2012 at 2:26 pm

     God bless you, Christina! I pinned a link of this onto Pinterest, and I got almost 150 repins of it! People must like your taste, eh? Love you girl, thanks for sharing!

     P.S Make sure you quickly go and follow me on Pinterest! My goal is 1000 followers(:
129. Paula Hughes on Dec 20th, 2012 at 7:00 am

     I used it on my car door hinge to stop squeaking. I’ve actually used it on a lot of things for that same purpose.
130. BeautyFreak on Jan 2nd, 2013 at 2:17 pm

     When I read this article I was so surprised by all the uses of Vaseline. But I have a question can this help promote hair growth or at least give healthier hair?
     I’m going to try using the Vaseline on the face and eyelash?
     Also can this really cure acne. I’m 14 and have moderate acne, that I at least want to stop being so red
131. beyonceShinMin on Jan 5th, 2013 at 11:13 am

     can i put the vaseline under our eyes and leave it on, at night while we sleep? to let the eyelashes grow longer ? please answer it thank you
132. Natalie on Jan 18th, 2013 at 10:30 am

     i prefer dog oil
133. Joan on Feb 10th, 2013 at 4:51 pm

     Ok, I just have to respond! I was recently diagnosed with eczema on my face. I went to the dermatologist and for $200 she told me to use Vaseline, at night. Worked like a miracle. Prior to the visit to the dermatologist I had spent a couple hundred dollars on facial moisturerizers. Nothing worked, almost all of them, including aveeno, burned terribly. Wish I would have seen this before I spent all the money and a dr. bill!
134. Tia on Feb 16th, 2013 at 12:20 pm

     Another great use is to apply It on your body before working out. It helps you sweat more, thus burn more fat.
135. Heike on Mar 11th, 2013 at 11:02 am

     I used it a lot until i found out that ALL Vaseline products are tested on animals! )-:
136. Jen on Mar 21st, 2013 at 1:01 pm

     http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredient/704786/PETROLATUM/
     Other HIGH concerns: Contamination concerns, Organ system toxicity (non-reproductive) and after you open that link and read you can also read what it means when speakings of PAHS http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredient/726345/PAHS/ There are MANY things that are extremly harmful to us. Just because they have been used for years DOES NOT MAKE THEM SAFE!!! Doctors used to prescribe smoking for nerves and stress issues!! look how many drugs are pulled from shelves AFTER multi deaths and lawsuits…. many times if more lives are saved then ended a known dangerous drug or chemical is left alone… Want to know why we havent gone to electric or other fueled vehicles? think… without gasoline use what would happen to cosmetics? plastics? so many other things are made off of crude… TOO MANY people getting rich ….. so keep believing all this is safe… Oh and soon milk will have aspartame in it so it will be sweeter so kids will want to drink it… and it wont be labeled….. yeah seriously look that crap up..
137. Alice on Mar 29th, 2013 at 12:04 am

     Great for people with toe nail fungus too. Smear on at night and then wear socks to bed. It clears it up in a few weeks and makes your toe nails soft and clear again. Mine were in bad shape, thick and yellow and now they look like baby toes. No kidding, its great.!! You could try it during the day if you don’t like wearing socks at night
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