7 Effective Ways to Use Vaseline in Your Skincare Routine

Eliminate Skin Dryness with Vaseline through this 2-minute read!

Vaseline, a popular brand of petroleum jelly, offers numerous benefits for your skin. With its purification process involving distillation, de-aeration, and filtration, Vaseline stands out among other petroleum jellies. This affordable and easily accessible product effectively tackles temporary skin dryness and irritation, making it a versatile addition to your skincare routine. Not limited to just the face, Vaseline's main ingredient, petroleum, contains minerals that are easily spreadable and highly efficient, leaving a smooth, filmy finish.

Globally, Vaseline has been recognised as a healing balm that is safe for usage on the face as well as the hands, however, there are some things you must know about the product before you incorporate this fully into your skincare routine.

Universal and holistic in its use, and with more pros than cons, vaseline is a sure shot saviour in your skincare kit, and here’s how to use it in all its glory:

7 Ways to Amp Up Your Skin and Body Care Using Vaseline, or a Face Serum by Founders Beauty as a primer:

1. Slugging: A trending skincare technique known as #Slugging involves applying a thin layer of Vaseline overnight to deeply moisturise and heal the skin, especially during the dry winter months.
2. Lip Treatment: Combat dry, chapped lips by applying a small amount of Vaseline throughout the day. It keeps your lips hydrated and protects them, ensuring a smooth application of your favorite lip color.
3. Eye Cream: Instead of searching for the perfect eye cream, try applying Vaseline gently under your eyes every night. It moisturizes, hydrates, and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in the sensitive eye area.
4. Repair Skin Barrier: Shield your skin from harsh weather conditions, UV rays, pollutants, and irritants by applying a thin layer of Vaseline to exposed areas like your cheeks and hands before going out.
5. Soothe Cuts, Scars, and Burns: Promote healing and moisturize the affected area by applying a small amount of Vaseline to cuts, scars, and burns. This helps protect the skin and aids in more effective healing.
6. Makeup Primer: Opt for a budget-friendly option by using Vaseline as a makeup primer. It creates a smooth canvas for your foundation and other products, allowing your makeup to last longer. For sensitive and acne-prone skin types, opt for a face serum that accentuates the skin, creating a fine surface for makeup. The Phyto-Positive Peppermint Potion, our face serum at Founders Beauty is packed with natural and botanical ingredients along gentle actives like Niacinamide that simultaneously treats the skin too. Use this in your AM routine before the SPF. Once done, apply your makeup over this and see the difference. 
7. Rehydrate Nails: Apply Vaseline to damp nails and cuticles to protect them from dryness and brittleness, especially after manicures and pedicures.

While Vaseline is excellent for moisturizing and treating skin dryness, be aware of potential drawbacks. Some individuals with acne-prone or sensitive skin may experience clogged pores and acne formation. You can try the Moisturising Milk by Founders beauty, that is suitable for all skin types and does the job of keeping the skin hydrated from within. It is lightweight, non-sticky, and leaves a cooling sensation on the surface of the skin. As a rule of thumb, before you use either, it's advisable to perform a patch test and consult a dermatologist for personalised advice. 

Remember, everyone's skin is unique, and if you have concerns or experience adverse reactions, consult a certified dermatologist for appropriate recommendations.