Dangerous Long-Term Use of Aquaphor/Vaseline
It is hard to remove effectively from the skin/wounds without damaging the skin
It smoothers the skin and doesn’t allow it to breathe; skin needs to be able to breathe
It holds in heat and can actually raise body temperature when you cover most of the body in Aquaphor
It isn’t a moisturizer; it is a barrier ointment that keeps things out, but also traps things like bacteria and fungi in wounds. That, combined with the heat it causes, creates a warm, moist environment for infections to grow. It's been shown in studies to increase infections in those with EB.
It can cause skin breakdown for some due to the constant moisture
The main ingredient is petroleum, which is carcinogenic
Alternatives to Aquaphor/Vaseline
Coconut Oil
Sunflower Oil
Burt’s Bee Multipurpose Ointment
Honest Company Multipurpose Ointment
Hydrogel Wound Ointment
