Lanolin
Lanolin
Lanolin (Wool Wax)
Lanolin is a natural wax recovered from sheep's wool during wool processing. It has long been used in skincare because its make-up is similar to the lipids of the skin, and it is valued as a rich emollient that has been reported to help soften dry, rough skin and reduce moisture loss.
Thick and occlusive, it is traditionally used on dry or chapped areas such as lips, hands, heels and elbows, and as an ingredient in creams, lotions, butters and lip products.
INCI Name: Lanolin
Safety information: for external use only. Animal-derived (sheep's wool) — not suitable for vegans. Lanolin sensitivity has been reported in a small number of people; those with a known lanolin or wool-wax sensitivity should avoid this product. A patch test is recommended. See the Safety Data Sheet and Ingredient & Allergen Statement in the Product Documents section below for full detail.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| INCI Name | Lanolin |
| Source | Wax recovered from sheep's wool during wool processing — animal-derived |
| Appearance | Pale Yellow to Amber, Soft, Sticky Semi-Solid |
| Aroma | Mild, Characteristic |
| Texture | Thick, rich, occlusive balm-like consistency |
| Typical Use | Neat on dry areas, or blended into creams, lotions, balms and lip products |
| Available Sizes | 50gm • 100gm • 200gm • 500gm |
| Vegan Status | Not vegan — animal-derived (sheep's wool wax) |
| Shelf Life | Approximately 2 years unopened when stored in a cool, dry place — a general estimate |
Uses ▼
Dry or chapped skin: apply a small amount to dry areas such as lips, hands, heels and elbows and massage gently until absorbed. It has been reported to help soften dry skin and reduce moisture loss.
Creams, lotions and balms: blend into creams, lotions, butters and balms. It can add richness and help reduce moisture loss from the skin.
Lip products: a traditional ingredient in lip balms and protective lip products.
Formulation notes: warm gently to soften before blending. Test small batches to perfect your recipe.
Blends Well With
| Lanolin blends well with other rich emollients and carrier oils, including Sweet Almond Oil, Jojoba Oil, Castor Bean Oil and Olive Squalane, and with butters and waxes in balms and lip products. It pairs well with soothing essential oils such as Lavender, Roman Chamomile and Frankincense, as a broad formulation guideline rather than a documented lanolin-specific pairing. |
About This Ingredient
| Lanolin is a natural wax recovered from sheep's wool, similar in character to the skin's own lipids. Thick and occlusive, it has been reported to help soften dry, rough skin and reduce moisture loss, and is a traditional ingredient in creams, balms and lip products. |
For external use only. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Animal-derived — not suitable for vegans. Those with a known lanolin sensitivity should avoid this product. A patch test is recommended, especially for sensitive skin.
Product Documents SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY DATA SHEET INGREDIENT & ALLERGEN STATEMENT |
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Lanolin (Wool Wax)
Lanolin is a natural wax recovered from sheep's wool during wool processing. It has long been used in skincare because its make-up is similar to the lipids of the skin, and it is valued as a rich emollient that has been reported to help soften dry, rough skin and reduce moisture loss.
Thick and occlusive, it is traditionally used on dry or chapped areas such as lips, hands, heels and elbows, and as an ingredient in creams, lotions, butters and lip products.
INCI Name: Lanolin
Safety information: for external use only. Animal-derived (sheep's wool) — not suitable for vegans. Lanolin sensitivity has been reported in a small number of people; those with a known lanolin or wool-wax sensitivity should avoid this product. A patch test is recommended. See the Safety Data Sheet and Ingredient & Allergen Statement in the Product Documents section below for full detail.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| INCI Name | Lanolin |
| Source | Wax recovered from sheep's wool during wool processing — animal-derived |
| Appearance | Pale Yellow to Amber, Soft, Sticky Semi-Solid |
| Aroma | Mild, Characteristic |
| Texture | Thick, rich, occlusive balm-like consistency |
| Typical Use | Neat on dry areas, or blended into creams, lotions, balms and lip products |
| Available Sizes | 50gm • 100gm • 200gm • 500gm |
| Vegan Status | Not vegan — animal-derived (sheep's wool wax) |
| Shelf Life | Approximately 2 years unopened when stored in a cool, dry place — a general estimate |
Uses ▼
Dry or chapped skin: apply a small amount to dry areas such as lips, hands, heels and elbows and massage gently until absorbed. It has been reported to help soften dry skin and reduce moisture loss.
Creams, lotions and balms: blend into creams, lotions, butters and balms. It can add richness and help reduce moisture loss from the skin.
Lip products: a traditional ingredient in lip balms and protective lip products.
Formulation notes: warm gently to soften before blending. Test small batches to perfect your recipe.
Blends Well With
| Lanolin blends well with other rich emollients and carrier oils, including Sweet Almond Oil, Jojoba Oil, Castor Bean Oil and Olive Squalane, and with butters and waxes in balms and lip products. It pairs well with soothing essential oils such as Lavender, Roman Chamomile and Frankincense, as a broad formulation guideline rather than a documented lanolin-specific pairing. |
About This Ingredient
| Lanolin is a natural wax recovered from sheep's wool, similar in character to the skin's own lipids. Thick and occlusive, it has been reported to help soften dry, rough skin and reduce moisture loss, and is a traditional ingredient in creams, balms and lip products. |
For external use only. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Animal-derived — not suitable for vegans. Those with a known lanolin sensitivity should avoid this product. A patch test is recommended, especially for sensitive skin.
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Product Documents SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY DATA SHEET INGREDIENT & ALLERGEN STATEMENT |
