Keeping psoriasis moist is the key to successful treatment – so products containing alcohol, menthol or any “cooling effect” ingredient can ultimately make psoriasis worse by drying it out. It’s not suggested to use products with a laundry list of unknown chemical ingredients for the same reason.
Petroleum jelly is sometimes recommended as an occlusive to keep moisture locked in the skin, but its impermeable nature can lead to blocked sebaceous glands and further irritation.
As a petroleum jelly alternative, Waxelene’s Multi-Purpose Ointment provides both a protective barrier against further inflammation and works to soothe itchy, sore skin with its light, aerated texture and unique blend of organic oils.