Petrolatum
Synonyms
Hydrophilic Petrolatum
Jelly, Paraffin
Jelly, Petroleum
Paraffin Jelly
Petrolatum, Hydrophilic
Petrolatum, White
Petroleum Jelly
Vaseline
White Petrolatum
A colloidal system of semisolid hydrocarbons obtained from PETROLEUM. It is used as an ointment base, topical protectant, and lubricant.