If your skin feels tight, flaky, or irritated every winter and moisturizer never seems to be enough, this video explains why. Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Dray breaks down the overlooked skincare ingredient that dermatologists rely on to protect the skin barrier during cold, dry months.
This video explains why winter damages the skin barrier, why hydration alone is not enough, and how petrolatum helps prevent moisture loss and irritation. Dr. Dray also clears up common myths about petrolatum and explains how dermatologists actually use it in real life for dry, sensitive, eczema-prone, and even acne-prone skin.
⏱️ Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:38 Why winter is so hard on your skin
2:07 The ingredient you are neglecting
2:37 What petrolatum actually does
4:59 Why your moisturizer is not enough
5:41 Myths about petrolatum
7:38 How dermatologists use petrolatum in winter
9:09 Who benefits the most
9:33 How to choose a petrolatum product
11:36 Final takeaway and CTA
🧴 What you will learn
• Why cold weather increases water loss from the skin
• The difference between oily skin and hydrated skin
• How petrolatum protects and repairs the skin barrier
• Why hyaluronic acid alone is not enough in winter
• Whether petrolatum clogs pores or worsens acne
• How to use petrolatum safely on the face and body
• How to choose an effective, affordable product
🩺 Products discussed
Examples of petrolatum-based ointments include petroleum jelly, white petrolatum, Aquaphor Healing Ointment, CeraVe Healing Ointment, and similar fragrance-free options. Price does not matter. Simpler formulas are often better, especially when the skin barrier is compromised.
💡 Key takeaway
Winter skincare is not about adding more products. It is about preventing water loss and protecting the skin barrier. Petrolatum is one of the most effective and well-studied ingredients dermatologists use to do exactly that.
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