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Emollient

LANOLIN WAX

CAS 68201-49-0 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Wool wax — the harder fraction of lanolin from sheep wool. Strong occlusive emollient with long pharma history. Effective on very dry skin but can cause allergy in some.

Function

BINDINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHAIR CONDITIONINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Occlusive emollient for very dry skin
  • Mimics skin lipids; supports barrier
  • Long history of use including pharma

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived (sheep wool)
  • Potential contact allergen for some users
  • Pesticide residues if low purity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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