Petrolatum's Effect on Initial Symptoms of Nonscalp Seborrheic Dermatitis and Preventing Exacerbation

Every patient will be instructed to wet the affected area, blot dry, and then apply petroleum jelly to the area before bedtime. This regimen is to be followed every other night until symptoms diminish. The patient should follow-up at one week, two weeks, and four weeks after treatment begins to see the outcome.