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LANOLIN ALCOHOL

CAS Number 8027-33-6
Chem/IUPAC Name: Alcohols, lanolin.
EINECS/ELINCS No: 232-430-1
COSING REF No: 78357
Lanolin Alcohol
Lanolin Alcohol is a common ingredient in cosmetics and skincare products. It serves as an emollient and moisturizer, offering exceptional hydrating properties to the skin. Lanolin Alcohol helps to lock in moisture, preventing dryness and maintaining skin softness and smoothness. Due to its similarity to the skin's natural oils, it is well-tolerated and suitable for various skin types, including sensitive skin. Its emollient nature also makes it useful in hair care products, where it helps to condition and soften hair strands, leaving them more manageable and lustrous. The chemical formula of Lanolin Alcohol is C48H69NO.

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What is LANOLIN ALCOHOL used for?

Lanolin Alcohol is a versatile ingredient widely used in the skin care, decorative cosmetics, and hair care industry.
  • Skincare: In skincare, Lanolin Alcohol serves as a rich emollient, deeply moisturizing the skin while forming a protective barrier against moisture loss. Its creamy texture makes it ideal for creams, lotions, and balms, effectively soothing and nourishing dry, rough skin
  • Decoratice cosmetics: Lanolin Alcohol contributes to the smooth texture and spreadability of cosmetic formulations such as lipsticks, foundations, and eyeshadows. Its emulsifying properties help bind ingredients together, ensuring product stability and consistency
  • Haircare: In haircare, Lanolin Alcohol functions as a conditioning agent, providing moisture and nourishment to dry or damaged hair. It helps to detangle strands, reduce frizz, and enhance shine, leaving hair soft, manageable, and healthy-looking

Origin

Lanolin Alcohol is produced through the refining process of lanolin, a natural substance obtained from sheep's wool. Initially, raw lanolin is extracted from the wool and then purified to remove impurities and debris. Subsequently, the purified lanolin undergoes a process of alcohol extraction and fractionation to isolate the lanolin alcohol component.

What does LANOLIN ALCOHOL do in a formulation?

  • Binding
  • Emollient
  • Hair conditioning
  • Skin conditioning
  • Smoothing
  • Viscosity controlling

Safety profile

Lanolin Alcohol is generally considered safe for topical use in cosmetics and skincare products, with low toxicity. However, individuals with wool allergies may experience sensitivities. It is recommended to perform a patch test before widespread use, especially for those with known sensitivities. Additionally, Lanolin Alcohol is considered halal if the wool is harvested from alive sheep and is not killed for it.

Technical profile

Property Values
Boiling Point 220 - 420°C
Melting Point >56°C
Solubility Practically insoluble water
Viscosity High
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