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Can vaseline use as face moisturizer ? has anyone reported allergic reaction to vaseline?

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Dr. Ralph Morgan Lewis answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Controversial: Many anecdotal reports of successful use of vaseline as moisturizer (sounds plausible since ointments moisturize better than creams or lotions or gels), but there is concern that, as a petroleum product, it may be associated with (breast) cancer or other cancers. Some state it clogs pores, while others declare it helps remove makeup. Ask dermatologist for a specialist's opinion.

Answered 11/22/2017

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Stay away: Vaseline does not moisturize. The petroleum jelly can an allergic reaction. People get fooled because vaseline can help to keep a moisurizing cream on, but it does not moisturize itself.

Answered 10/4/2016

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