How to Make a Natural Petroleum Jelly Alternative

Petroleum jelly comes from petroleum and primarily consists of hydrocarbons with 25 or more carbon atoms. It has a variety of uses in the home, especially as a skin moisturizer. Many people wish to use an alternative to petroleum jelly because of allergies or other reasons. Beeswax is a common natural alternative to petroleum jelly.

Things You'll Need:

• Beeswax


• Double boiler


• Vitamin E capsules


• Sweet almond oil


• Jar

1. Obtain a jar for storing the petroleum jelly alternative. It must be made from dark glass and have a lid that seals tightly. The beeswax is photo reactive, meaning that it undergoes chemical reactions in the presence of sunlight. It will also dry out with prolonged exposure to air.


2. Put 1 ounce of beeswax into a double boiler. Place the double boiler on a burner and heat it under low heat so that it gradually melts into a liquid. Ensure you do not directly expose the beeswax to heat because it is flammable.


3. Remove the double boiler from the burner, and add 2,400 IU of vitamin E to the beeswax. The vitamin E will extend the shelf life of the beeswax by acting as a natural preservative. Vitamin E is also beneficial when it is applied to your skin.


4. Add half a cup of sweet almond oil to the beeswax. Stir the mixture thoroughly until it is slightly above room temperature. It should still be a thick liquid at this point.


5. Pour the liquid mixture into the jar until it cools completely. Seal the lid tightly and store it in a cool dark place such as a refrigerator. This product can be used in the same way as petroleum jelly.