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petrolatum (PEH-troh-LAY-tum)

A thick, greasy, substance with no odor or taste made from petroleum. Petrolatum is used on the skin to prevent drying and to help heal scrapes and burns. It is also used as a base for some ointments. Also called petroleum jelly.

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