While Vaseline and Aquaphor have similar benefits, King says she tends “to find Aquaphor to be a better moisturizer, which is probably because of the humectant properties of glycerin and additional occlusive properties of lanolin.” It also includes bisabolol, which has “antioxidant, soothing, and anti-irritant properties,” she adds. Aquaphor has two main health benefits when used on the face and the rest of the body: Easing dry skin Intensively moisturise and repair very dry, irritated skin on the body with Eucerin Aquaphor Spray. Infused with Glycerine and Panthenol, this moisturising body spray immediately soothes and reduces irritation. I started slugging with Aquaphor after incorporating a higher-strength prescription tretinoin into my routine, which ended up causing major dryness, flaking, and irritation on my skin. Not only did Aquaphor fix my dryness and heal my skin barrier, but it gave me the most incredible glow.

Aquaphor is great for slugging because it creates an occlusive barrier on your skin to keep hydration in all night long. It acts like a skincare blanket, swaddling all the good-for-you ingredients from your serums, toners, and moisturizers close to your skin to make them more effective. But on its own, occlusives don’t actually do any of the moisturizing. Essentially, it’s almost like the American version of Vaseline. Yes, we know your mind probably went straight to Puberty Blues, but let's stay focused in the name of stellar skin, shall we? Aquaphor helps heal wounds by preventing them from drying out and scabbing, minimizing healing time. It can also prevent extensive scarring when applied to a minor wound. Healthline has strict sourcing guidelines and relies on peer-reviewed studies, academic research institutions, and medical associations. We avoid using tertiary references. You can learn more about how we ensure our content is accurate and current by reading our editorial policy.It’s uncommon for people to experience negative reactions to Aquaphor and other petrolatum products. But in rare cases, Aquaphor is known to cause an allergic reaction that can cause a rash. Applying a small amount of Aquaphor to dry skin can minimize discomfort and irritation. It can also protect dry skin from further damage from wind and cold by creating a barrier over it. Vaseline is best used to prevent dry or chapped lips. The Vaseline brand does have other products that are formulated specifically for lips, with additional moisturizing ingredients like aloe and cocoa butter. Vaseline might be better for wound healing When it comes down to it, slugging certainly doesn’t work for everyone, and it’s always best to run anything new by your dermatologist before you try it. But if you (and your skin) are in the clear, try slathering on some Aquaphor every few nights and see if it’s the key you’ve been missing. Just be prepared to sacrifice your pillowcase in this pursuit of dewy skin (all’s fair in skin and war, right?).

During your aftercare routine, instead of adding ointment, apply a thin layer of lotion at least twice a day. However, you might need to apply lotion as much as up to four times a day to keep your healing tattoo hydrated. Eucerin Aquaphor Body Ointment Spray is delivered via an innovative spray dispenser making it easy to treat even hard-to-reach areas of the body. It distributes ointment evenly and continuously and can even be used upside down. Shea Butter has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial, and anti-fungal properties that are recommended for all skin types. Shea butter is an emollient that works to restore the skin barrier; however, it should be used in small amounts on your face, because too much could clog your pores, potentially causing breakouts.Sarnoff DS. (2011). A comparison of wound healing between a skin protectant ointment and a medical device topical emulsion after laser resurfacing of the perioral area. DOI: