Aquaphor is often recommended by healthcare providers for soothing skin that has been damaged by radiation treatments, tattoo removal, and dermatological procedures or treatments. It is also frequently used by pharmacists as a base for making other products.Aquaphor works as a protective barrier to seal in skin’s natural moisture and to seal out irritants. It also helps to soothe and heal the skin. It is different from plain white petrolatum (Vaseline®) in that it contains several other moisturizing or healing ingredients. Aquaphor contains the following ingredients.

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