PETROLATUM is graded F (Banned) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexII.
PETROLATUM
Petroleum Jelly
Safety grade: F
Petroleum jelly is a thick, waxy substance made from refined mineral oil. It forms a protective barrier on the skin to lock in moisture and prevent water loss.
This ingredient softens and smooths the skin while reducing static electricity in products, creating a protective moisturizing layer.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- EU COSING — Prohibited
- Sephora Clean — Prohibited
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to PETROLATUM
- DIMETHICONE — Grade A. Silicone emollient that softens skin and provides protective moisturizing layer.
- GLYCERYL STEARATE — Grade A. Plant-derived emollient that softens and conditions skin with moisturizing protection.
- HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL — Grade A. Natural oil emollient that softens skin and creates protective moisturizing barrier.
Other EU Prohibited (Annex II) ingredients
- BUTYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL — Grade F**
- ZINC PYRITHIONE — Grade F**
- CYCLOMETHICONE — Grade F**
- HYDROXYISOHEXYL 3-CYCLOHEXENE CARBOXALDEHYDE — Grade F
- CI 73360 — Grade F
- CITRUS LIMON PEEL OIL — Grade F
Other Emollient ingredients
- CETEARYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- CAPRYLYL GLYCOL — Grade A
- CETYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- GLYCOL DISTEARATE — Grade A
- GLYCERYL OLEATE — Grade A