Vaseline applications

Vaseline applications, which is now considered a specific substance, was originally the name of an American brand of products based on jelly-like substances derived from hydrocarbons. These products include simple hydrocarbon jelly substances and a range of skin creams, soaps, lotions, cleansers and deodorants that, in addition to household and personal applications, have a variety of other uses. Vaseline is a mixture of hydrocarbons with different melting points.

Vaseline Properties

The melting points of these hydrocarbons are usually between 40 and 70 degrees Celsius and are flammable only when heated to a liquid state, and then, upon heating, turn into vapor, which is also flammable. In appearance, this product is colorless (or pale yellow), transparent and, when pure, tasteless and odorless. One of the distinctive features of this substance is that it does not oxidize when exposed to air and is not easily affected by chemicals.

In terms of solubility, due to its non-polar nature, it is insoluble in water but soluble in relatively non-polar solvents such as dichloromethane, chloroform, benzene, diethyl ether, and carbon disulfide. In general, this product is semi-solid, in that it maintains its shape like a solid, but it can be forced to take the shape of its container without separating, like a liquid, although it does not flow on its own.

Most of the uses of Vaseline are in cosmetics and hygiene, and it is also very useful in industry due to its lubricating and coating properties. Many of the uses mentioned in this article may be strange to you, but they are very practical capabilities of this material. The following are some examples of common uses of this widely used product.

Vaseline Applications in daily routine

– Vaseline applications for skin care Today, most of the Vaseline produced is used as an ingredient in skin lotions and cosmetics, and provides various types of skin care and protection by minimizing friction and abrasion or reducing moisture loss.

– Preventing moisture loss By reducing the amount of moisture loss from the skin, Vaseline can prevent cracking of the skin, especially the skin of the hands, and soften the cuticles of the nails. This property of Vaseline is also used as a thermal insulator, Vaseline can be used to keep swimmers warm in the water during training, or when crossing the canal or taking long swims. This product also prevents the face from getting cold due to the evaporation of moisture from the skin during outdoor winter sports.

– Vaseline applications for skin lubrication Vaseline can be used to reduce friction between the skin and clothing during various sports activities, for example, to prevent chafing on the seat of a cyclist’s seat or in the groin of a marathon runner. Vaseline is also commonly used as a personal lubricant, the advantage and superiority of this substance over other lubricants such as water-based lubricants is that it does not dry out.

– Vaseline and skin softening This substance is used to soften hard areas of the skin such as the tips of the elbows and the soles and heels of the feet.

– Vaseline and oil mask A mask can be prepared for the skin using a combination of Vaseline, olive oil, almond oil, egg yolk and honey. The only important point in preparing this mask is that Vaseline should be melted using the bain-marie method (indirect heat) and then used in the mask, and after cooling, immediately place it on the skin to take the shape of the area of ​​use.

– Vaseline as an anti-acne To eliminate skin spots, acne, especially blackheads, acne, and skin lesions in general, you can use various Vaseline masks along with other ingredients such as low-fat milk, etc.

– Vaseline applications for removing makeup One of the uses of Vaseline is to remove makeup from the skin, areas near the eyes and lips, because Vaseline does not contain toxic substances, so Vaseline can be easily used for these areas.

– Skin eczema One of the most common cases among people is skin eczema, which has become more prevalent with the increased use of alcohols and detergents during the Corona pandemic. Vaseline is an effective ingredient for treating this disease by retaining skin moisture.

Vaseline applications in medicine

– Vaseline applications in Medical Treatment Vaseline, also known as carbonated petroleum jelly, has a greater antibacterial effect if it contains a phenol functional group and will reduce the growth of bacteria. During World War II, types of Vaseline were often included in first aid kits. This product is also used as a sunscreen and UV protector.

– Healing wounds with Vaseline Doctors recommend that skin injuries are best kept moist with Vaseline so that the scar heals over time.

– Vaseline in laser aftercare Vaseline is highly recommended to protect and prevent the patient’s skin from losing moisture in the initial period after laser skin resurfacing surgery.

– Maintain nasal moisture In addition to skin care, Vaseline is widely used by ENT specialists and surgeons to maintain nasal moisture, treat epistaxis, and combat nasal flaking.

– Vaseline and Burns Since Vaseline controls the growth of bacteria, it can help speed up the healing of burns, but it will not replace burn creams in any way, but in cases where a person suffers from sunburn