All You Need To Know About Mineral Oil And How To Use It

Mineral oil is a common ingredient in many products but recently it’s been getting a bad rep. Some people see it as a miracle ingredient that can solve all of their problems, while others say it’s almost useless at it’s best and harmful at its worst. So which one is it? Today we’re going to explore those questions and tell you all there is to know about mineral oil and what it can be used for.

Mineral Oil Uses

Mineral oil has many uses. It’s often used to treat skin conditions, earwax buildup, it’s often used when caring for babies, it’s a known cure for constipation. Mineral oil is often used as an ingredient in skincare, hair products, cosmetics. There’s even such a thing as food-grade mineral oil, but it’s not used in cooking, instead, it’s used to coat machines and utensils used in food preparation.

What Is Mineral Oil

So we know mineral oil is found in many things but what is it? What is mineral oil made of? It’s a clear and odourless oily substance that is actually a by-product of the distillation of petroleum to produce gasoline. It sounds strange and a bit scary but it’s actually very similar but not quite the same as petroleum jelly.