What is Vaselinum Album or Petroleum Jelly?

Scientific Name: Petroleum Jelly.

Common Names: Vaseline, Petrolatum, Petroleum jelly, White petroleum, Mineral jelly, Paraffin jelly.

Petroleum Jelly, also known as Vaselinum album, is a semi-solid mixture of hydrocarbons, derived from petroleum. It has been in use since the 1800s and is a common household item used for various purposes.

Petroleum Jelly is widely used in the medical field as it has excellent moisturizing properties and acts as a barrier to protect the skin. It is used to treat dry, cracked, and chapped skin, minor cuts and burns, and diaper rash. It is also used in cosmetics, such as lotions and lip balms.