Lanolin

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Also known as:  Wool Fat;  Wool Wax

 

Description

Lanolin is a type of Wax comprised of esters of Cholesterol and Fatty Acids - it is extracted from Sheep Wool.  Pure Lanolin is the Sheep equivalent to human Sebum.

 

Commercial Usage of Lanolin

Skin Improvers

 Lanolin is a component of various topical Cosmetics and Cosmeceuticals:

 However, its bioavailability and efficacy for these purposes are unclear.

 

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