Same molecule as Aquaphor
Chapped lips. Cracked heels. Baby's diaper rash. Tattoo healing. Minor burns. One product. Zero side effects.
The most versatile healing product in any medicine cabinet. Petrolatum based. Dermatologist recommended. 4.9 stars from 10,891 customers. 14 oz.
Ships within 1 to 2 business days from our pharmacy. Free shipping on subscriptions and orders over $50.
The protocol.
- Chapped lips: apply throughout the day and before bed
- Diaper rash: barrier protection at every diaper change
- Minor burns: after cooling with water, apply to keep moist
- Tattoo healing: first 2 weeks post tattoo, thin layer 3 times daily
- Cracked heels: thick layer before bed with socks overnight
Safe for. Use with caution.
Safe for
- Chapped lips, hands, and any dry irritated patches
- Diaper rash prevention and healing
- Tattoo aftercare, the artist standard
- Minor burns after the cooling water phase
- Post procedure skin healing
Use with caution
- Lanolin sensitivity. Patch test if you have known reactions.
- Acne prone facial skin. The 41% petrolatum can be comedogenic on the face.
- Open wounds. Apply over Neosporin to maintain moist healing, not directly into the wound.
Before you buy just the tablet, look at this.
Fairview Skin Barrier Rebuild Kit$40.99
- Aquaphor Healing Ointment 14oz
- CeraVe Moisturizing Cream 16oz
- Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 16oz
- Eucerin Healing Cream 16oz
Individual total: $49.96 → Kit: $40.99 → You save $8.97.
Plus you skip the $50 minimum entirely.
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Complete the protocol.
What chain pharmacies never explain.
Aquaphor's active ingredient is 41% petrolatum, a concentration specifically chosen to balance the occlusive barrier function with a semi permeable quality that allows some moisture vapor exchange. Unlike 100% petrolatum (pure Vaseline), Aquaphor's formulation also contains lanolin alcohol, mineral oil, and glycerin, adding humectant and emollient properties that plain petroleum jelly lacks.
The result is an ointment that creates a semi occlusive barrier, humectes the skin, softens cracked tissue, and protects skin from external irritants without fully sealing the area. This combination is why tattoo artists universally recommend Aquaphor for fresh tattoo healing. It keeps the tattooed skin moisturized and protected while allowing the gas exchange needed for healing, without the over occlusion that can lead to ink loss.
The same mechanism makes it exceptional for post procedure skin healing, minor burns (after cooling), and cracked lips where a purely occlusive barrier would trap too much moisture.
Aquaphor is the product I recommend to patients who ask for one product that does everything. It genuinely earns that. I have seen it used effectively for chapped lips, diaper rash, minor burns, post eczema treatment, and tattoo healing in a single week. The 4.9 star rating in our catalog is the highest of any product we carry, and it's deserved. The clinical distinction from pure Vaseline: the glycerin and lanolin content add active moisturization beyond what Vaseline's pure barrier can provide.
Dr. Mike Acheampong, PharmD, MPH. Fairview Pharmacy, Hattiesburg, MS.
Questions, answered.
How is this different from the brand on the same shelf?
Where we stock the brand name (Neosporin, CeraVe, Lamisil, etc.), the medicine is identical. Our price is what changes. Where a category has equally effective generic active ingredients, the FDA bioequivalence standard guarantees the same active ingredient at the same dose. The pharmacist context on every product page is the part you cannot get at a chain.
How soon will my order ship?
Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days from our pharmacy in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. You'll receive a tracking number once your package leaves the pharmacy. Free shipping on orders over $50. Defense Kit purchases skip the $50 minimum entirely.
What is your return policy?
Unopened products in their original sealed packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery for a refund. For safety reasons, opened skincare and wound care products are not returnable. If something arrives damaged or incorrect, contact us within 7 days and we'll make it right.
Can I use this with my prescription medications or topical Rx?
Most OTC skin and wound products are compatible with prescription topicals, but the order and timing of application matter. Steroid creams, retinoids, and prescription antifungals each have their own rules. For any combination involving prescriptions, please call us at the pharmacy for a free consultation. No appointment, no hold music.
Is this safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
Most products in this collection are safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding when used as directed on small skin surface areas. Exceptions include hydrocortisone over large areas, terbinafine (Lamisil) during pregnancy, and selenium sulfide (Selsun Blue) on the scalp. Before ordering during pregnancy or breastfeeding, please request a free pharmacist consultation.
One product is good. The kit is the protocol.
Dr. Mike doesn't hand patients single products. He hands them protocols. The Fairview Skin Barrier Rebuild Kit is the full version of what most people need. And it skips the $50 minimum.