#159) Occlusive Balms Head-to-Head! | Chemist Confessions Podcast

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. https://shopmy.us/collections/1280514 Recommended 30 for 30 Sunscreens 2025 *a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist. https://shopmy.us/collections/1766357 Product Shoutout: Blank Slate Gentle Gel Cleanser https://chemistconfessions.com/products/blank-slate-cleanser Enrichment Content: Sunscreen Laye