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Lanolin

Our database includes 360 products that contain Lanolin.

Explained

Lanolin is a wax secreted by animals with wool, such as sheep. It is a waterproof emollient.

Emollients help soften and moisturize the skin by creating a film. This film prevents moisture from escaping, helping the skin stay hydrated.

Unlike true fats, lanolin contains sterol esters instead of glycerides. It also contains fatty acids and alcohols.

Is Lanolin vegan?

Because lanolin comes from an animal, it is not considered vegan. Sheets secrete lanolin through sebaceous glands to help protect their skin from the environment.

Is Lanolin cruelty-free?

The answer to this question depends on the brand itself. Being cruelty-free means a brand does not experiment or harm animals. We recommend looking into how brands source their lanolin. Lanolin is cruelty-free if it is gathered without harming the animal.

You should know

Concerns

Oily Skin
Fungal Acne
Eczema
Community Rating
Very Disliked
Comedogenic Rating
0-1
Irritancy Rating
0

What it does

Emollient Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Emulsifying The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix
Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Alternative names

Lanolin Butter
Wool Fat
Wool Wax

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.5%
Top categories
Lip Care
Moisturizers
Makeup
Position Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration Concentrations we've seen
1% to 100%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 34857
INCI Name LANOLIN
EC #  232-348-6
Ph. Eur. Name adeps lanae
All Functions Antistatic, Emollient, Emulsifying, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant