white petrolatum
A specialty emollient / balm base through and through, White Petrolatum is a semi-solid, occlusive jelly with an odorless character, at home in balms, jelly textures & cosmetic formulations. A versatile staple for the maker's cabinet.
vegan · single-ingredient · usp grade
- inci
- petrolatum
- role
- specialty emollient / balm base
- form
- semi-solid; white
- aroma
- odorless
- solubility
- oil-miscible; insoluble in water
- use level
- broad — from a few percent of the oil phase up to 100% in anhydrous formats; confirm per tds
- shelf life
- 12 months
01in the workshop
- a the reference occlusive nothing seals moisture in more effectively than petrolatum.
- b barrier & protective balms the gold-standard seal.
- c utterly inert no rancidity, no reactivity, no surprises.
- d the dermatology staple the default recommendation for compromised, cracked skin.
- e odorless and colorless a blank protective canvas.
handle with care
Caution: For external use only. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes and the skin around the eyes. Keep out of reach of children.
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maker reviews & questions
questions
kimiya staffIt's sold as a single-ingredient cosmetic material for external use; many makers do use it neat. Patch-test first, and keep it out of eyes.
kimiya staffStore cool, dark and tightly sealed; shelf life is 12 months unopened (see label for lot dates). Rich natural materials last longest kept away from heat and light.