Occlusive Moisturizer

Petrolatum

The gold-standard occlusive agent that reduces transepidermal water loss by up to 99%, sealing moisture into the skin.

Dry/DehydratedEczema-Prone
37 Products
22 Exceptional
92 Avg Score
14 Brands

All Products with Petrolatum

#4
Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream
Aveeno · Drugstore
Aveeno Eczema Therapy Daily Moisturizing Cream
High (appears early in ingredient list)
"Best-in-class eczema management, earning National Eczema Association Seal of Approval and recognition as the number one dermatologist-recommended eczema moisturizer brand."
97
Exceptional
#5
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
CeraVe · Drugstore
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
High percentage (listed 7th)
"Best-in-class. Outstanding performance and efficacy."
97
Exceptional
#6
CeraVe Healing Ointment
CeraVe · Drugstore
CeraVe Healing Ointment
46.5%
"Best-in-class. Outstanding performance and efficacy."
97
Exceptional
#7
Vaseline 100% Pure Petroleum Jelly Original
Vaseline · Drugstore
Vaseline 100% Pure Petroleum Jelly Original
100%
"Best-in-class occlusive. Reduces water loss by 98%. The gold-standard barrier protectant for severely dry skin."
97
Exceptional
#8
Vanicream Moisturizing Skin Cream
Vanicream · Drugstore
Vanicream Moisturizing Skin Cream
High concentration (second ingredient)
"Best-in-class for eczema. NEA-accepted, clinically-backed therapeutic formula for severe barrier dysfunction."
96
Exceptional
#9
Aveeno Restorative Skin Therapy Oat Repairing Cream
Aveeno · Drugstore
Aveeno Restorative Skin Therapy Oat Repairing Cream
High (3rd ingredient)
"Best-in-class for eczema. Clinically proven for oncology patients, National Eczema Association accepted formulation."
95
Exceptional
#10
Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Aveeno · Drugstore
Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Proprietary percentage
"Best-in-class. Outstanding performance and efficacy."
94
Exceptional
#11
Aquaphor Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment
Aquaphor · Drugstore
Aquaphor Advanced Therapy Healing Ointment
41%
"Exceptional for eczema management. Maximum barrier protection recommended by dermatologists and National Eczema Association."
94
Exceptional
#12
Aquaphor Ointment Body Spray
Aquaphor · Drugstore
Aquaphor Ointment Body Spray
High concentration (primary ingredient)
"Best-in-class body spray for severe dryness. Petrolatum-based formula provides superior moisture locking with convenient application."
94
Exceptional
#13
Vanicream Cleansing Bar
Vanicream · Drugstore
Vanicream Cleansing Bar
Significant percentage
"Best-in-class for eczema. NEA Seal of Acceptance, barrier-gentle formula, dermatologist gold standard."
94
Exceptional
#14
AmLactin Rapid Relief Restoring Lotion + Ceramides
AmLactin · Drugstore
AmLactin Rapid Relief Restoring Lotion + Ceramides
"Best-in-class body exfoliator. Clinical-strength lactic acid transforms rough, bumpy skin without scrubbing."
94
Exceptional
#15
Vaseline Lip Therapy Original
Vaseline · Drugstore
Vaseline Lip Therapy Original
Primary ingredient (majority)
"Gold-standard lip occlusive. Seals in moisture like nothing else. Dermatologist favorite for cracked lips."
94
Exceptional
#16
Vaseline Clinical Care Extremely Dry Skin Rescue Lotion
Vaseline · Drugstore
Vaseline Clinical Care Extremely Dry Skin Rescue Lotion
Significant
"Exceptional rescue lotion for severe dryness. Clinically proven 100% moisture improvement in 5 days. Affordable gold standard."
94
Exceptional
#17
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+
Clinique · Mid-Range
Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+
High (2nd and 4th positions)
"Best-in-class. Outstanding performance and efficacy."
93
Exceptional
#18
Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment
Aquaphor · Drugstore
Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment
41%
"Best-in-class for eczema management. Clinically proven to restore barrier function. Visible improvement within 48 hours."
93
Exceptional
#19
Aveeno Baby Daily Moisture Lotion
Aveeno · Drugstore
Aveeno Baby Daily Moisture Lotion
"Best-in-class for mild-moderate eczema. Clinically proven to soothe flares and prevent recurrence. Pediatrician gold standard."
93
Exceptional
#20
Vanicream Moisturizing Cream for Baby
Vanicream · Drugstore
Vanicream Moisturizing Cream for Baby
High concentration (3rd ingredient)
"Best-in-class for eczema management. Clinically effective barrier repair reduces flares and supports healing."
93
Exceptional
#21
Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion Unscented
Vaseline · Drugstore
Vaseline Intensive Care Advanced Repair Lotion Unscented
Moderate (microdroplets)
"Exceptional budget body lotion. Clinically proven to heal dry skin in 5 days with 48-hour moisture."
93
Exceptional
#22
Vaseline Lip Therapy Rosy Lips
Vaseline · Drugstore
Vaseline Lip Therapy Rosy Lips
Primary ingredient (>95%)
"Gold-standard lip occlusive. Petrolatum locks in moisture like nothing else. Best for severely dry, cracked lips."
93
Exceptional
#23
Vanicream Lite Lotion
Vanicream · Drugstore
Vanicream Lite Lotion
Second ingredient, significant concentration
"Excellent for eczema management. NEA-accepted formula provides barrier protection during flares without irritation risk."
91
Excellent
#24
Vaseline Radiant X Deep Nourishment Body Cream
Vaseline · Drugstore
Vaseline Radiant X Deep Nourishment Body Cream
"Excellent body cream for intense dryness. Petrolatum and shea butter deliver 72-hour moisture claims."
91
Excellent
#25
Jergens Ultra Healing Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer
Jergens · Drugstore
Jergens Ultra Healing Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer
High (4th ingredient)
"Exceptional budget body moisturizer. Intensive hydration with petrolatum occlusion for extreme dryness."
90
Excellent
#26
Gold Bond Rough & Bumpy Skin Daily Therapy Cream
Gold Bond · Drugstore
Gold Bond Rough & Bumpy Skin Daily Therapy Cream
Moderate
"Excellent multi-acid treatment. Triple exfoliation system delivers rapid smoothing for keratosis pilaris and rough texture."
90
Excellent
#27
NIVEA Intense Healing Body Lotion
NIVEA · Drugstore
NIVEA Intense Healing Body Lotion
"Excellent 72-hour body lotion. Rich glycerin formula deeply hydrates very dry skin without greasy feel."
90
Excellent
#28
Origins GinZing Ultra-Hydrating Energy-Boosting Cream
Origins · Mid-Range
Origins GinZing Ultra-Hydrating Energy-Boosting Cream
Present in formula
"Excellent rich moisturizer. 72-hour hydration with barrier-protecting occlusives. Perfect for very dry skin."
88
Excellent
#29
eos Shea Better Body Lotion Vanilla Cashmere
eos · Drugstore
eos Shea Better Body Lotion Vanilla Cashmere
"Excellent drugstore body lotion. Rich emollients provide 24-hour hydration without greasiness."
88
Excellent
#30
SK-II R.N.A. Power Eye Cream Radical New Age
SK-II · Luxury
SK-II R.N.A. Power Eye Cream Radical New Age
Moderate
"Excellent luxury eye cream with clinically-proven peptides. Delivers firmness and fine line reduction but premium price limits accessibility."
88
Excellent
#31
Vaseline Intensive Care Essential Healing Lotion
Vaseline · Drugstore
Vaseline Intensive Care Essential Healing Lotion
Mid-range
"Excellent budget body lotion. Proven 90% moisture boost with petrolatum-glycerin formula. Fast-absorbing."
88
Excellent
#32
NIVEA Essentially Enriched Body Lotion
NIVEA · Drugstore
NIVEA Essentially Enriched Body Lotion
Moderate
"Excellent budget body lotion for very dry skin. Rich occlusive formula delivers lasting 48-hour moisture at drugstore price."
88
Excellent
#33
Lancome Absolue Precious Cells Revitalizing Night Ritual Mask
Lancome · Luxury
Lancome Absolue Precious Cells Revitalizing Night Ritual Mask
Moderate concentration
"Excellent luxury treatment with clinical Pro-Xylane. Ultra-rich but delivers visible plumping for mature complexions."
87
Excellent
#34
Vaseline Intensive Care Cocoa Radiant Lotion
Vaseline · Drugstore
Vaseline Intensive Care Cocoa Radiant Lotion
High (3rd ingredient)
"Excellent budget body moisturizer. Petrolatum-based formula delivers clinical-grade occlusion for persistent body dryness."
87
Excellent
#35
Vaseline Radiant X Even Tone Nourishing Body Lotion
Vaseline · Drugstore
Vaseline Radiant X Even Tone Nourishing Body Lotion
"Good brightening body lotion. 1% niacinamide clinically proven for dark spots, but concentration may limit dramatic results."
84
Good
#36
Gold Bond Ultimate Healing Lotion
Gold Bond · Drugstore
Gold Bond Ultimate Healing Lotion
Moderate concentration
"Solid drugstore moisturizer. Rich hydration with proven occlusives, but fragrance and parabens limit score."
83
Good
#37
NIVEA Soft Moisturizing Creme
NIVEA · Drugstore
NIVEA Soft Moisturizing Creme
Moderate
"Solid budget moisturizer. Glycerin and occlusives hydrate well, but alcohol denat. limits effectiveness for severe dryness."
77
Good