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Is petroleum jelly not harmful if put on dry lips?

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Dr. Mark Pack answered

Specializes in General Surgery

No not harmful: Petroleum jelly is safe to apply to your lips.

Dr Berry and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/22/2020

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