Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 minutes ago
We did a product head-to-head comparing occlusive balms, all with a petrolatum base! Following our beef tallow deep dive, we are breaking down the texture, transfer, price, and complex chemist notes of Vaseline, Aquaphor, CeraVe, Prequel, and our own Bon Voyage. Which formula is best for sensitive, compromised, dry, or oily skin, and why a simple formula isn't always best!
00:00 | Welcome to Chemist Confessions Podcast!
00:37 | What is an occlusive balm and why does petrolatum matter?
01:09 | Vaseline vs Aquaphor: Price and ingredient breakdown
03:25 | How does Vaseline’s texture change with application amount?
06:01 | Is Aquaphor better than Vaseline for lips and transfer resistance?
07:55 | Why is CeraVe Healing Ointment less shiny than other balms?
11:31 | How do dry vs oily skin types react to occlusive balms?
14:47 | Why does Vaseline have a drug facts label?
16:07 | Should you avoid complex balm formulas for compromised skin?
23:07 | Are occlusive balms temperature sensitive? Storage tips for warmer climates
Products Discussed this 2025 Podcast Season *a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist. shopmy.us/collections/1280514
Recommended 30 for 30 Sunscreens 2025 *a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist. shopmy.us/collections/1766357
Product Shoutout: Blank Slate Gentle Gel Cleanser chemistconfessions.com/products/blank-slate-cleanser
Enrichment Content: Sunscreen Layering Guide youtube.com/watch?v=IQ0Dlb0WXvc
Do We Absorb Sunscreen Filters into Our Bloodstreams? chemistconfessions.com/blogs/controversy-corner-do-we-absorb-sunscreen-filters-into-our-bloodstreams
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We did a product head-to-head comparing occlusive balms, all with a petrolatum base! Following our beef tallow deep dive, we are breaking down the texture, transfer, price, and complex chemist notes of Vaseline, Aquaphor, CeraVe, Prequel, and our own Bon Voyage. Which formula is best for sensitive, compromised, dry, or oily skin, and why a simple formula isn't always best!
00:00 | Welcome to Chemist Confessions Podcast!
00:37 | What is an occlusive balm and why does petrolatum matter?
01:09 | Vaseline vs Aquaphor: Price and ingredient breakdown
03:25 | How does Vaseline’s texture change with application amount?
06:01 | Is Aquaphor better than Vaseline for lips and transfer resistance?
07:55 | Why is CeraVe Healing Ointment less shiny than other balms?
11:31 | How do dry vs oily skin types react to occlusive balms?
14:47 | Why does Vaseline have a drug facts label?
16:07 | Should you avoid complex balm formulas for compromised skin?
23:07 | Are occlusive balms temperature sensitive? Storage tips for warmer climates
Products Discussed this 2025 Podcast Season *a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist. shopmy.us/collections/1280514
Recommended 30 for 30 Sunscreens 2025 *a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist. shopmy.us/collections/1766357
Product Shoutout: Blank Slate Gentle Gel Cleanser chemistconfessions.com/products/blank-slate-cleanser
Enrichment Content: Sunscreen Layering Guide youtube.com/watch?v=IQ0Dlb0WXvc
Do We Absorb Sunscreen Filters into Our Bloodstreams? chemistconfessions.com/blogs/controversy-corner-do-we-absorb-sunscreen-filters-into-our-bloodstreams
Follow us: IG: / chemist.confessions INTERWEB: chemistconfessions.com TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@chemistconfes...
Skincare questions for the podcast? Leave your question in the comments and it could be featured in our next episode! #chemistconfessions #skincarescience #chemistconfessionspodcast #skincarehack
