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Petroleum
Rock oil
Petroleum uses in homeopathy: a remedy for deep skin cracks that worsen in winter and for motion sickness, its symptom picture, common potencies and FAQs — informational only.
Quick answer
What is Petroleum used for in homeopathy?
Petroleum (rock oil) is associated with deep, cracking, painful skin that is worse in winter, and with marked motion sickness — for rough, hardened, easily-cracking skin and travel nausea.
Reviewed & updated: June 2026
This is general information about a homeopathic remedy, not a prescription or dosing advice. In homeopathy the correct remedy and potency are chosen for the whole individual symptom picture by a qualified homeopath — the same remedy is not right for everyone. Do not self-medicate, and consult a qualified homeopathic doctor (and your physician for serious or persistent conditions) before taking any remedy.
What Petroleum is used for
- Deep skin cracks, worse in winter
- Rough, hardened, dry skin on hands and fingertips
- Eczema that cracks and oozes
- Motion sickness with nausea
- Cracks behind the ears and in skin folds
Characteristic symptom picture
Homeopaths look for these guiding features when considering Petroleum.
- Skin cracks that bleed, worse in cold weather
- Rough, hard, easily-chapped skin
- Nausea and giddiness from travel
- Worse in winter and from motion
- Better in warm weather
Potency
Petroleum is commonly used in 30C; choice of potency is for your homeopath to decide.
Conditions where Petroleum is considered
Frequently asked questions
What is Petroleum used for?
It is associated with deep cracking skin worse in winter and with motion sickness. A homeopath confirms suitability for the individual.
Is it used for cracked skin or eczema?
It is one of the remedies considered for rough, deeply cracked, winter-worse skin, but the right remedy depends on the whole picture.
Does it help motion sickness?
It is often considered for travel nausea within its picture; a practitioner confirms it fits your case.
Should I take it myself?
Self-medication is discouraged — consult a qualified homeopath for the correct remedy and potency.
Don’t self-prescribe — consult a homeopathy doctor
The right remedy and potency are chosen for your individual case. Book an online or in-clinic consultation with a qualified homeopath.
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