lanolin

Fleece's waxy coating

Lanolin is a waxy substance extracted from sheep's wool, used in cosmetics, skin creams, and ointments for its moisturizing properties.

It's the natural oil that keeps wool water-resistant and sheep's skin supple.

The lip balm contains lanolin to prevent chapping.

cosmetics

lipstick

Cosmetic for coloring lips

  • creamRich milk fat
  • lotionLiquid skin moisturizer
  • balmHealing topical preparation

moisturizer · mascara · foundation · skincare · toiletries · ointment · salve · pomade · aftershave · beauty

wool

sheep

Woolly farm animal

merino · shearing · carding · yolk · grease · sebaceous · ovine · pastoral · flock · ewe

chemistry

wax

Pliable waterproof substance

lipid · sebum · hydrophobic · emulsifier · anhydrous · refined · purified · saponification · extraction · centrifugation

emollient

moisturizing

Adding water to skin

nourishing · supple · smooth · conditioning · protective · emulsifying · water-resistant · healing · restorative · gentle

medical

dermatology

Study of skin ailments

cracked · breastfeeding · atopic · hypoallergenic · therapeutic · pharmaceutical · healing · soothing · clinical · prescription

Categories
Opposites
source/origin

lanolinpetroleum jelly

Semi-solid hydrocarbon moisturizer

petrolatum · mineral oil · dimethicone · paraffin · silicone oil

animal vs. plant origin

lanolinshea butter

Tree nut skin emollient

cocoa butter · coconut oil · jojoba oil · olive oil · argan oil

moisture effect

lanolinastringent

Tissue-contracting agent

desiccant · witch hazel · alcohol · rubbing alcohol · benzoyl peroxide

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G