The Hidden Truth About Petrolatum and Mineral Oil in Lip Balms
You’ve probably seen “petrolatum” or “mineral oil” listed on your lip balm, and it sounds fancy enough…but here’s the catch. These ingredients are cheap, widely used, and act as a barrier on your lips. That might seem good at first as your lips feel protected and shiny but in reality, they don’t nourish or repair your lips at all.
Even worse, by sealing the surface, petrolatum and mineral oil can trap impurities and dry-out moisture underneath, leaving lips dependent on constant reapplication. Over time, this can actually make your lips less healthy instead of more hydrated.
That’s why at Essencedrop, I choose natural oils, butters that not only protect but feed and heal your lips, giving them lasting softness and glow without the unwanted side effects.
