Emollient ingredient
Lanolin
A complex mixture of wax esters secreted by sebaceous glands of wool-bearing sheep, one of the most effective occlusive emollients available with a composition similar to human sebum.
Also known as: wool wax, wool grease, anhydrous lanolin, adeps lanae
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Benefits
- ✓Highly effective occlusive emollient that prevents transepidermal water loss
- ✓Closely mimics sebum composition for excellent skin affinity
- ✓Softens and conditions dry, rough skin
Watch for
- ⚠Potential sensitizer; lanolin allergy affects approximately 1–5% of the population
- ⚠Not suitable for vegan formulations
