petroleum jelly

noun

1. another name for petrolatum

Example Sentences

In the midst of a mass – or "smack" – of Pacific sea nettles, Mr Pace coated any skin not covered by his wetsuit with petroleum jelly to protect himself from stings.

From BBC

You should not put petroleum jelly or ice on sunburned skin.

From BBC

The video was displayed alongside a walk-in cooler that featured an exercise bench cast in petroleum jelly.

From New York Times

Many marketers were visibly confused until she explained that the term referred to slathering one’s face with petroleum jelly before bedtime to seal in other serums and moisturizers.

From New York Times

Look for products that contain petroleum jelly, castor oil and glycerin, Rogers said.

From Seattle Times