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Lanolin

Often labeled as: Wool Wax

The ultimate barrier cream for cracked lips and winter skin.

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Overall Safety Caution
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 3 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A waxy substance secreted by the sebaceous glands of sheep. Its molecular structure closely resembles human skin lipids.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Heals chapped lips, prevents extreme moisture loss, and soothes windburn.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Do not use if you are allergic to wool. Highly comedogenic for the face.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It requires harming sheep.

The Science

It is extracted from shorn wool after the sheep are given their regular haircuts.