Aquaphor Healing Ointment - Multi-Purpose Dry Skin Moisturizer for Winter Chapped Lips, Hands & Heels

Despite being thick, Aquaphor is NON-COMEDOGENIC (won't clog pores) when used correctly! For 'slugging,' apply only a THIN layer as the final step over your moisturizer - you don't need much. The key is applying to DAMP skin or over hydrating products, not directly to bare dry skin. Most dermatologists approve facial use!

Aquaphor contains 41% petrolatum PLUS healing ingredients (panthenol, glycerin, bisabolol, lanolin alcohol) that Vaseline lacks. While both create barriers, Aquaphor actively HEALS and SOOTHES while protecting. It's gentler, absorbs slightly better, and works faster on damaged skin. Worth the extra $3-4!

SLUGGING 101: (1) Complete your normal nighttime routine - cleanse, treatments, serums, moisturizer. (2) Wait 5-10 minutes for everything to absorb. (3) Apply a THIN layer of Aquaphor all over face, avoiding eyes. (4) Sleep on your back or use an old pillowcase. (5) Wake up to baby-soft, deeply hydrated skin! Do this 2-3x per week in winter.

YES! Aquaphor is PERFECT for severely damaged lips - even cracked, bleeding ones. Apply generously as often as needed (reapply every 1-2 hours initially). For overnight repair, coat lips thickly before bed. Most users see dramatic improvement within 24-48 hours. Way more effective than regular lip balms!

Get BOTH! The 7oz TUBE for portability (keep in purse, car, desk) and targeted application (lips, hands, face). The 14oz JAR for home use on larger areas (body, feet) - better value per ounce. The tube is more hygienic for face/lips since you're not dipping fingers in.

YES! Aquaphor is one of the most recommended over-the-counter products by dermatologists for eczema. Apply 2-3x daily to affected areas, especially after bathing while skin is damp. It's particularly effective for hand eczema that worsens in winter. However, severe eczema needs prescription treatment - use this as a supporting moisturizer.

ABSOLUTELY! Apply a thin layer 15 minutes before going out in cold/wind as a protective barrier. It shields your skin from harsh elements and prevents windburn and chapping. Many skiers, runners, and outdoor workers swear by this trick. Just use SPF underneath if it's daytime!

This is NORMAL, especially in warm temperatures! The mineral oil can separate from the thicker petrolatum. Simply squeeze a bit out (discard if it's pure liquid), massage the tube, and the formula will return to normal consistency. Store at room temp - not in hot cars or bathrooms.