petrolatum
a yellowish or whitish, translucent, gelatinous, oily, semisolid, amorphous mass obtained from petroleum: used as a lubricant, rust preventive, in the manufacture of cosmetics, and in medicine as a protective dressing, emollient, and ointment base.
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Origin of petrolatum
1- Also called petroleum jelly.
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The formula is also free of phthalates, sulfates, mineral oil, petrolatum, palm oil, and GMOs, and they’re cruelty-free so you don’t have to worry about what you’re putting on your skin.
Skip the Pricey Microdermabrasion Appointments and Use This Luxe Exfoliating Cream Instead | Erica Radol | April 4, 2022 | The Daily BeastMelt the petrolatum and add the tincture of cantharides, and while cooling add the other ingredients.
Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians | William K. DavidMelt the petrolatum and wax together and add the tannin while cooling; add the oils and stir until cold.
Secrets of Wise Men, Chemists and Great Physicians | William K. DavidThe absorbing medium is then treated with a solvent of the caffeol, and the solution is separated from the petrolatum.
All About Coffee | William H. UkersSee that solids are thoroughly pulverized and sifted, then add and thoroughly incorporate oil and petrolatum.
Burroughs' Encyclopaedia of Astounding Facts and Useful Information, 1889 | Barkham Burroughs
This use of liquid petrolatum and of petrolatum products generally is by no means novel.
British Dictionary definitions for petrolatum
/ (ˌpɛtrəˈleɪtəm) /
a translucent gelatinous substance obtained from petroleum; used as a lubricant and in medicine as an ointment base and protective dressing: Also called: mineral jelly, petroleum jelly
Origin of petrolatum
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