Why choose Waxelene over the other big names of petroleum jelly?  

 

Waxelene came from humble beginnings originally being produced from home in San Francisco California. They now work with advanced cosmetic labs to create high-quality, natural, and health-conscious products including an alternative to the once-popular and potentially harmful petroleum jelly products like Vaseline that were dominating the personal care market at the time. 

 

 

Waxelene’s flagship product “The Petroleum Jelly Alternative”, now known as the “Multi-Purpose Ointment” has revolutionized the personal care product industry, finding its way onto the shelves of over 15,000 stores. After gaining USDA Organic certification, it is now one of the most popular organic personal care products in the US and is made from a simple list of skin-nourishing ingredients that contain absolutely no yucky chemicals like petroleum.

They are a brand that clearly understands the health and beauty benefits of using only natural organic ingredients and the importance of carefully choosing ingredients that cohesively complement and activate all of the different beneficial properties of each selected ingredient.

For example, Waxelene’s Multi-Purpose Ointment uses organic beeswax and organic rosemary oil together to elevate the anti-inflammatory properties of beeswax while promoting the antibacterial properties of organic rosemary oil. This combination of ingredients helps to combat tricky skin issues while other products containing petroleum jelly derivatives may cause irritation to the issue.

 

Health risks

Petroleum jelly is controversial as it is a by-product of petroleum, which is a very complex mixture of harmful chemicals that contain many impurities and dangerous contaminants that can have carcinogens like polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAH). This can be dangerous to use on the skin and should avoid being used on areas such as around the nose and mouth area, especially in children or people with allergies and sensitive skin. Inhaling mineral oils can cause aspiration pneumonia.

Aside from the obvious health benefits of choosing a USDA Organic certified product over a product containing harsh chemicals with associated health risks. When you compare petroleum jelly products to Waxelene’s Multi-Purpose Ointment it is clear the Multi-Purpose Ointment proves to be superior due to the unique patented aeration process used in production which creates a thin protective barrier that keeps the skin hydrated still allows your skin to breathe and absorb the organic oils, and won’t clog pores!

 

Some of the other drawbacks of using petroleum jelly include the fact that if you do not regularly let the skin breathe by allowing an exchange of air and outside moisture when using products like Vaseline the skin can dry out and become cracked and irritated. The distinct odor of most petroleum jelly products can be very off-putting, some people even describing the scent as chemical and smelling of gasoline. This scent can be exaggerated during pregnancy.

The reason that many people had looked past the potentially harmful side effects of petroleum jelly products in the past is because of its many uses and versatility. Although it may have once seemed like a convenient product, Waxelene’s Multi-Purpose Ointment can be used for all of the things that petroleum jelly is used for but can also be used for many more as it has none of the health risks of petroleum-derived products, making it an essential product for every household.

Skin Issues and Irritation

Waxelene’s Multi-Purpose Ointment is most commonly known for its incredible results when used as eczema relief, but has a long list of other skincare benefits and uses. The ingredients consist of organic beeswax which has many benefits including its anti-inflammatory properties, vitamin E which is a rich and hydrating antioxidant, making it effective at combating the effects of free radicals produced by toxins in the environment, and rosemary oil which is full of antibacterial and antifungal properties. These ingredients were all carefully selected to nourish the skin and soothe a range of skin conditions.

Waxelene’s products are a step above the rest because of their fast-acting ability to soothe a variety of skin problems. The patented aerated process used in the products makes them unique as it allows the products to act as a protective barrier and yet still absorbs into skin, most products that create a protective barrier sit on the skin and do not absorb into the skin.

 

 

Environmental impacts

The personal care and skincare industry has a bad reputation when it comes to plastic waste, sustainability, and the environment. Waxelene is a brand that strongly believes that sustainability starts at the source. They choose to use reusable glass jars instead of plastics to package the majority of their products, and when they do use plastic they ensure that the plastic being used is 100% recyclable and BPA-free. 

As a Waxelene customer, you can rest at ease knowing that you are doing your part as a conscious consumer choosing a brand that is environmentally friendly. Waxelene guarantees that 2% of all sales go towards the purchase of plastic offsets that remove ocean-bound plastic from the environment. This neutralizes Waxelene’s plastic footprint from all the plastic in packaging and shipping. Waxelene always has and always will continue to have the environment and community at the forefront of its endeavors.

 

Petroleum jelly products are not only risky when used in skincare, but they are also bad for the environment too as it is made from a nonrenewable resource. Petroleum is a fossil fuel that contributes to polluting emissions especially of carbon dioxide, one of the most dangerous greenhouse gases

 

Conclusion 

With all of this information accessible, there is no reason to continue to opt for petroleum jelly products. If you are one of the few people still purchasing the criticized and outdated petroleum jelly products out there, now it’s time to make the change to a healthier more environmentally-conscious option for the whole family. Ignorance is not bliss when it comes to skincare and our environment! 

In conclusion, why would you choose to use a crude oil byproduct on your skin when there are brands like Waxelene that have products that work better and use simple, and organic ingredients while still caring for the environment?