Lisa wrote:
> Perhaps someone is familiar with "topical petrolatum ointment" - would this> be similar to lanolin?
Lisa, topical petrolatum ointment is the same as Vaseline. I don't know
if you are familiar with it, but it a non water soluble jelly made from
a petroleum base. It is used as a lubricant and to seal skin away from
moisture, like for chapped hands or lips. Smells rather nasty.
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Denny Rice, RN, IBCLC
Dallas Texas USA
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