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Petrolatum

Low Concern

Quick verdict

Low risk

Petrolatum skin safety dashboard

Petrolatum scores 86/100 across 2 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

1/5

Low clogging risk signal in current analyses.

Fungal acne concern

Lower

No major fungal-acne warning is flagged by current data.

Pregnancy concern

Lower

No elevated pregnancy-specific concern is flagged here.

Skin types to avoid

None flagged

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is Petrolatum and why is it used?

We're still generating a detailed description for Petrolatum. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.

Will Petrolatum clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 1/5

Petrolatum has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Petrolatum?

Low Concern

Petrolatum currently scores 86/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.

Is Petrolatum safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Petrolatum a safety score of 86/100 with a low concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.

Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Petrolatum?

No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Petrolatum, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

How we rate this ingredient

Rating sourced from official regulatory and scientific databases.Confidence: HighLast reviewed Jun 13, 2026

  • EU CosIng

    Ref: Annex III: Petrolatum (refining condition)

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  • CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review)

    Ref: Petrolatum

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2 products analyzed containing PetrolatumAnalyze a new product

Found in 2 Products

86

Spa luxury shave cream

low

An effective occlusive that prevents moisture loss but is derived from non-renewable petroleum and can be comedogenic for some.

86

Xtracare oatmeal daily moisturizer

low

A highly effective occlusive that seals in moisture, though it is derived from petroleum sources.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Petrolatum and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Petrolatum. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 2 products in our database, Petrolatum appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Petrolatum clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Petrolatum has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.
Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Petrolatum?
Petrolatum currently scores 86/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.
Is Petrolatum safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Petrolatum a safety score of 86/100 with a low concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.
Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Petrolatum?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Petrolatum, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.