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"Denny Rice, RN IBCLC, Dallas TX" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sat, 6 May 2000 20:24:51 -0500
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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.
--

Denny Rice, RN, IBCLC
Dallas Texas USA

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