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Premium Grade Lanolin Oil
Premium Grade Lanolin Oil
A rich, silky emollient oil prized for deeply conditioning skin, hair, and protective beauty formulations
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Lanolin Oil is a rich, luxurious emollient known for its exceptional ability to soften, smooth, and protect the skin and hair. With a silky, substantial texture and excellent affinity for dry, rough, or moisture-depleted areas, it is especially valued in intensive beauty and personal care formulations where lasting nourishment and a conditioned feel are desired.
Lanolin Oil is obtained from purified lanolin derived from sheep’s wool grease, then fractionated into a more fluid, cosmetic-grade form for easier use in personal care formulations.
This versatile ingredient is well suited for balms, salves, lip care, hair treatments, body creams, hand formulations, and protective skincare blends. It helps bring a supple, cushiony feel to a formula, making it particularly appealing in products intended for dryness, rough texture, or environmental exposure. In hair care, it can contribute softness, gloss, and a more conditioned appearance, especially in rich restorative preparations.
Lanolin Oil is often chosen when a formulator wants the benefits of lanolin in a more fluid and workable format. Its elegant texture allows it to blend well into oil-based and emulsified systems while adding depth, comfort, and a protective finish. This makes it a valuable ingredient for apothecary-style products, classic skin conditioning formulas, and premium moisture-focused body care.
Its rich sensory profile and functional performance make Lanolin Oil an excellent choice for formulators seeking a traditional, highly effective emollient with a smooth and luxurious character.
Specifications of Lanolin Carrier Oil
- Common Name: Lanolin.
- INCI: Lanolin oil.
- Part Used: Wool.
- Extraction Method: Fractionated.
- Scent: Soft and delicate.
- Appearance: Liquid.
- Country of Origin: USA.
- Recommended Usage Levels: 1% – 100%, depending on formulation type and concentration.
Applications in Skincare:
1. Facial Oils & Serums
- Ideal base for calming and barrier-repair formulas.
- Helps reduce redness and irritation.
- Suitable for sensitive and reactive skin types.
2. Moisturizers & Creams
- Enhances hydration without heaviness.
- Improves skin softness and elasticity.
- Works well in tallow-based creams and emulsions.
3. Cleansing Oils
- Gently dissolves makeup and impurities.
-Does not strip the skin.
- Perfect for double cleaning systems.
4. Anti-Aging Treatments
- Rich in antioxidants → helps reduce signs of aging.
- Supports skin firmness and smooth texture.
- Ideal for night repair formulations.
5. Body Oils & Massage Blends
- Lightweight glide without being overly oily.
- Soothes dry or irritated skin.
- Suitable for daily body care.
6. Sensitive & Problem Skin Care
- Helps calm inflammation (rosacea-prone, irritated skin).
- Low comedogenic risk.
- Good for acne-prone yet sensitive skin.
7. After-Sun & Repair Products
- Supports recovery from sun exposure
- Helps reduce dryness and discomfort
8. Lip Care & Balms
- Softens and protects delicate skin
- Adds smooth texture to lip formulations
Safety
Always patch test before topical use.
- For external use only.
- Use in dilutions no greater than 2% in leave-on skin care.
- Use Amber, Cobalt or Miron violet glass bottles to protect from light degradation.
- Avoid ingestion unless under expert supervision.
- Pregnancy, young children, or sensitive skin users should consult a qualified practitioner.
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The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products.