Winter can be brutal on your skin. Cold air, low humidity, and indoor heating all work together to strip away moisture, leaving your skin dry, tight, and uncomfortable. The good news? There’s a simple, dermatologist-approved method to keep your skin soft and protected during harsh weather: layering lotion with Stillman’s Pure Petroleum Jelly.
If you’ve been wondering how to do it the right way, and why it works so well here’s your complete guide.
Why Layering Works
Layering lotion with petroleum jelly is a winter skin protection technique that takes advantage of two powerful moisturizers working together:
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Lotion adds hydration and nutrients to the skin.
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Petroleum jelly seals that hydration in by forming a protective barrier.
Together, this combo creates a long-lasting dry skin remedy that stays on your skin even in harsh winter winds.
Step-by-Step: How to Layer Lotion with Petroleum Jelly
Step 1: Start With Clean, Damp Skin
As soon as you finish your shower or wash your hands/face, pat the skin lightly and don't let it fully dry. Damp skin absorbs moisture better.
Step 2: Apply Your Lotion First
Choose a nourishing lotion with hydrating ingredients like glycerin, aloe vera, shea butter, or milk extracts.
Massage it in gently until your skin drinks it up.
This first layer builds hydration the foundation of your winter moisturizing routine.
Step 3: Seal It With Petroleum Jelly
Now comes the magic.
Take a pea-sized amount of Stillman’s Pure Petroleum Jelly and warm it between your fingers.
Gently press it over the areas where you applied lotion especially elbows, knees, hands, feet, and the face (if your skin tolerates it).
This locks in moisture and creates a barrier that cold weather can’t break through.
Step 4: Repeat Daily (or Twice Daily in Harsh Weather)
Consistency is key. Using the lotion and petroleum jelly combo once in the morning and once at night gives the best results.
Where This Method Works Best
Hands
Winter hands get cracked easily this combo restores softness fast.
Feet & Heels
Apply at night, wear socks, wake up with baby-soft heels.
Body Dry Spots
Elbows, knees, shins the driest spots benefit the most.
Face (If You’re Not Acne-Prone)
A thin layer can protect your skin barrier from cold, harsh wind.
Benefits of Layering Lotion with Petroleum Jelly
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Long-lasting hydration
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Protection from cold air and dryness
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Softer, smoother skin
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Strengthens your skin barrier
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Reduces flakiness and cracking
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Perfect for sensitive or extremely dry skin
This is one of the simplest but most effective ways to maintain healthy, glowing skin all winter.
Why Stillman’s Pure Petroleum Jelly Is a Great Choice
Stillman’s Pure Petroleum Jelly is ideal for this method because it is:
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100% pure and gentle
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Thick enough to seal moisture
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Non-irritating
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Perfect for daily winter skin protection
It works beautifully over lotion, helping your skin stay moisturized for hours.
Final Thoughts
If your skin struggles every winter, this simple lotion and petroleum jelly layering method can completely transform your skincare routine. It’s quick, affordable, and incredibly effective especially when using a hydrating lotion paired with Stillman’s Pure Petroleum Jelly.
