Lanolin Acid

Lanolin Acid

AKA “Lanolin fatty acids, Wool wax acids”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Lanolin acid

AKA: Lanolin fatty acids, Wool wax acids

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 5

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Emollient

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Skin Conditioner

Barrier Lipid

Synthetic

Clean

Lanolin Acid gently cleanses while softening and conditioning skin. This natural ingredient helps create a smooth texture and keeps moisture locked in.

CAS #

68424-43-1

Form

Liquid

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Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Locks In Moisture

Traditional Use

Derived from lanolin (wool grease), used historically since the late 19th century when lanolin processing became refined. The fatty acid component of lanolin was isolated for use as an emulsifier and skin conditioning agent in cosmetics.