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Is it advisable to use baby petroleum jelly on my face at night?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Not unless you have: Unless you have extremely dry skin you will find this too greasy. I like Eucerin eczema care cream with ceramides.

Answered 6/9/2014

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A member asked:

Is it advisable to use baby petroleum jelly on my face at night?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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