Did You Know You're Applying Waste Products to Your Skin Every Day?
Many skincare products contain petroleum jelly or paraffin. Without realising it, many people apply waste products from the petrol and oil industry to their face and body. Because that's essentially what petroleum jelly and paraffin are: petroleum-based products.
How Does Paraffin Addiction Work?
By using products containing paraffin, you apply a synthetic fat layer onto the skin. The result:
- Your pores get clogged
- Your natural skin oils are broken down
- Your skin feels dry and uncomfortable
- You reach for the same cream again to "moisturise away" the dryness
And that's how paraffin addiction is born.
Making the Switch to Natural
Say you switch to a 100% pure, natural product — is the problem solved immediately? Unfortunately not. To recover from years of paraffin addiction, the skin needs at least a month.
During this period, the skin may:
- Feel dry and tight
- Show more flaking
- Sometimes even develop small blemishes
But stick with it! After about a month, you'll notice your skin looks fantastic and feels wonderfully soft. Your natural product supports the skin optimally during this transition period.
60% Is Absorbed into Your Blood
Here's another important fact to consider: 60% of what you put on your skin is absorbed directly into your bloodstream. Do you pay close attention to what you eat? Then it's equally important to pay attention to the skincare you use.
A simple rule of thumb: if you wouldn't eat it, don't put it on your skin either.
How Do You Recognise Paraffin in Your Products?
Check the ingredient list (INCI) of your current products. Do you see any of these substances? Then it contains paraffin:
- Paraffinum Liquidum
- Petrolatum
- Mineral Oil
- Vaseline
- Cera Microcristallina
The Alternative
In my practice, I exclusively use products from Botanical Beauty — 100% pure, natural, organic, and cruelty-free. No paraffin, no silicones, no synthetic additives. Only plant-based oils that truly care for your skin.
My favourite Botanical Beauty products for paraffin-free skincare:
