Skin Protectant
Petrolatum · Ointment · Topical
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient Petrolatum 41%
Purpose
Skin protectant
Uses
Uses ■ temporarily protects minor: ■ cuts ■ scrapes ■ burns ■ temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin and lips ■ helps protect from the drying effects of wind and cold weather ■ helps treat and prevent diaper rash ■ protects chafed skin due to diaper rash and helps seal out wetness
Warnings
Warnings For external use only
Do not use
Do not use on deep or puncture wounds animal bites serious burns
When using this product
When using this product do not get into eyes
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens symptoms last more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
Keep out of reach of children
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions ■ apply as needed ■ for diaper rash, change wet and soiled diapers promptly ■ cleanse the diaper area ■ allow to dry ■ apply ointment liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or anytime when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged
Inactive ingredients
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS mineral oil, ceresin, lanolin alcohol, panthenol, glycerin, bisabolol
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Walmart Inc. (revised Feb 27, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Petrolatum in 3 products
- Zinc Oxide in 1 product
Skin Protectant NDC products (4)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 70000-0488 | Zinc Oxide 25 mg/100mg Ointment | Cardinal Health | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 11344-247 | Petrolatum 410 mg/g Ointment | Nice-Pak Products, LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 41190-180 | Petrolatum 410 mg/g Ointment | Wakefern Food Corp. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 79903-329 | Petrolatum 410 mg/g Ointment | Walmart Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Skin Protectant used for?
Uses ■ temporarily protects minor: ■ cuts ■ scrapes ■ burns ■ temporarily protects and helps relieve chapped or cracked skin and lips ■ helps protect from the drying effects of wind and cold weather ■ helps treat and prevent diaper rash ■ protects chafed skin due to diaper rash and helps seal out wetness
Who makes Skin Protectant?
Skin Protectant is listed by 4 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Cardinal Health, Nice-Pak Products, LLC, Wakefern Food Corp., Walmart Inc..