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Lanolin Flakes 50 g

Why This Wool-Derived Wax Remains a Staple in Protective Skincare

Lanolin Flakes belong to the category of natural animal-derived waxes and represent one of the most established products within the Emollients for Cosmetics section. Sourced from sheep wool grease and purified into a stable flaked form, this material is easy to weigh and melt in small quantities, making the 50 gram pack particularly suitable for home formulation, hobbyist skincare making, and early-stage trial batches before scaling up a recipe for larger production runs.

Globally, the strongest demand for lanolin comes from personal care manufacturing, where it is used in hand and body creams, lip balms, nipple creams for nursing mothers, and treatments for severely dry or cracked skin. Its molecular structure allows it to form a breathable film on the skin surface that reduces water loss while still permitting some moisture exchange, which explains its long-standing popularity in winter skincare and occupational hand protection products. Beyond cosmetics, lanolin is a recognized raw material in pharmaceutical ointment bases, in leather processing where it softens and waterproofs hides, and in household applications such as shoe polish, wood conditioning compounds, and rust-preventive coatings for metal tools and machinery parts, thanks to its natural water-repelling film.

When formulating, lanolin flakes should be melted into the oil phase at around 60 to 70 degrees Celsius, where they blend smoothly with other fats and waxes. Typical usage levels in cosmetic emulsions range from two to ten percent depending on the desired occlusivity and texture of the finished product. It pairs well with lighter liquid emollients such as Super Sterol Liquid, which helps spread heavier formulas more easily across the skin. For a softer, faster-absorbing feel, many formulators combine it with the plant-derived alternative SymMollient S Green, while fragranced balms and creams often benefit from adding TEGOSOFT PC 41 MB to reduce the greasy afterfeel typical of dense wax-based recipes.

Store lanolin flakes in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight and heat sources, in a cool dry place to prevent softening or texture changes over time. Under proper storage conditions the shelf life is quite long, allowing a small pack to be used gradually across multiple projects without waste. While lanolin is occasionally mentioned as an enriching addition in handmade soap bars, its primary modern relevance lies in professional skincare formulation and industrial protective compounds rather than soap crafting.

Cracked Heel Repair Balm

Lanolin flakes 10 g

Shea butter 12 g

Beeswax 5 g

Castor oil 18 g

Tea tree essential oil 0.5 ml

Combine the lanolin flakes, shea butter, beeswax and castor oil in a heatproof container and melt over a double boiler at approximately 65 degrees Celsius, stirring until fully liquid and uniform. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to around 40 degrees before adding the tea tree essential oil, stirring gently to distribute it evenly. Pour the balm into a small tin or jar and allow it to set undisturbed at room temperature for several hours before use.

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INCI	Lanolin
pH	6-4
Other
Application	home cosmetics
Att brand	Italy
Color product	yellow flakes
Concentration	1-10%
Descriptio smell	weak, uncharacteristic
Features	All information presented on the site is for reference only
Input percentage	1-10%, up to 50%, creams for dry skin - 1-10%; care for dry areas of the body (feet, elbows) - 10-15%; after tanning creams - 5-10%; baby creams and lotions - 5-15%; healing ointments - up to 25% (Bepanten); chapped lip balm - 5-50%
Minimum count	1
Name	Lanolin Flakes 50 g
Packaging	container for transportation
Packing	50 grams
Solubility	melts easily in the oil phase at 42-45 ° C; soluble in alcohol and water (up to 35% dry matter), miscible with glycerin
View	dry flakes
Valid until	05.2028