Petroleum jelly has found a major use within the cosmetic and skincare world.

Dermatologist Dr. Flora Kim referred to Vaseline as “the quintessential petroleum jelly” while speaking to Byrdie.

But what is the difference between refined and unrefined petroleum jelly?

Person using Vaseline petroleum jelly

AsVaselinenotes on its website, its product, in particular, is “triple purified petroleum jelly.”

Non-refined petroleum jelly, in particular, may possess these harmful chemicals.

Pot of petroleum jelly