Lanolin Anhydrous

Lanolin (wool Fat) Anhydrous

DESCRIPTION- This naturally occurring ingredient is derived from sheep’s wool and is a type of natural wax that is a brilliant emollient. It is used in various industries like cosmeceuticals and pharmaceuticals since it works phenomenally well for dry skin and scalp.

INCI Name- Stearyl Palmitate

Molecular Formulae- C₃₄H₆₈O₂

Alternative Names- Octadecyl palmitate, Octadecyl hexadecanoate

Purity of the Ingredient– 99%

Country of Origin- India

BENEFITS AND USES– 

• It is an excellent moisturizer and hydrator for dry and flaky skin and it imparts a fresh look on both, your face and hair.
• Prevents water loss through your skin surface and speeds up your skin barrier repair mechanisms.
• It can reduce water loss through your skin by 20 to 30% by forming a protective barrier on top of it.
• You can find it in your anti-aging creams, lotions, serums, moisturizers, lip balms, body butter, etc. due to its moisture retention properties.
• When added to your lip care products, it can deeply penetrate the lip barrier and deliver moisture to the deeper layers.
• Its usage in hair care and styling products predominantly is to provide you with glossy-looking hair all day.

 HOW IT WORKS–

• It works by attracting moisture from the environment and locking it into your skin and hair.
• It works by creating a protective layer on skin and hair that reduces water loss to the environment.

 CONCENTRATION AND SOLUBILITY-

• The recommended concentration level for usage is 2%-20% of the formulation.
• It is soluble in oils but is insoluble in water.

HOW TO USE- 

• Heat the water phase and the oil phase separately to about 70^o
• To the heated oil phase, add our pure lanolin slowly with constant stirring.
• Stir them until a homogenous mixture is obtained.
• Blend both the phases to obtain the emulsion.