Ingredient

lanolin alcohol

Mid risk

Functionemollient

What it is — Lanolin Alcohol (INCI: Lanolin Alcohol) is the alcohol-rich fraction of lanolin, a wool-derived wax, used as an emollient and emulsifier.

What it does — It softens and conditions the skin and helps blend oil and water phases, commonly used to give rich, occlusive comfort in balms and creams.

Typical use — Found in lip balms, rich creams, ointments and hair conditioners.

Who it suits / good to know — Suits very dry or chapped skin looking for occlusive comfort. Because it is a recognized contact allergen for some people, sensitive skin should be cautious; it is animal-derived and not vegan.

Safety — Graded mid risk as a known contact allergen for sensitive skin. This is general information, not medical advice. Patch-test before wider use and avoid if you have a known lanolin allergy.

Why we grade it Mid: Mid risk — a recognized contact allergen for sensitive skin.
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How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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