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What Is Watkins Petro-Carbo Salve?

Watkins Petro-Carbo Salve is a first aid ointment created and produced by the J.R. Watkins company, headquartered in Winona, Minnesota. The company, which has been producing the Petro-Carbo Salve since 1888, claims it only uses high quality, natural ingredients.

  1. Indications

    • Watkins Petro-Carbo Salve is recommended for skin irritations and injuries such as sunburn, scrapes and insect bites. It creates a protective coating to prevent injuries from re-opening while they heal.

    Ingredients

    • Phenol is the salve's main active ingredient, which has been known as carbolic acid, a useful analgesic agent used for disinfecting medical supplies. Oil of spruce and oil of cajeput are also included, which are known for their ability to ease pain.

    Use

    • When applied to the skin, the salve reduces pain, promotes healing and prevents drying. It contains a non-drying base, meaning the salve will not dry out over time and forms a protective lubrication for the skin.

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