What you need to know about Lanolin oil

Lanolin oil is a waxy substance derived from sheep. Its moisturizing and emollient properties make this oil an effective ingredient in combating dryness of skin and hair. Lanolin is also used as a moisturizer for chapped lips or nipples.

Lanolin oil is an oil extracted from sheep's skin, it is similar to those secreted by the sebaceous glands on our skin. However, it is not quite the same substance secreted by the human sebaceous glands, because it does not contain triglycerides.
This oil has a conditioning effect and helps to protect the fleece. Thanks to these properties, lanolin oil is now widely used in cosmetic, skin and hair care products.
Lanolin oil is extracted by passing fleece through a centrifuge to separate the oil from other chemicals and debris. The process is done after the sheep are sheared, so the lanolin extraction is not harmful to the sheep. This oil is widely used in lip balms, lotions...

Thanks to its skin-nourishing properties, lanolin oil is used as an emollient, soothing agent, avoiding dryness and dehydration of the skin.
According to a study, lanolin can reduce water loss through the skin by 20 to 30 percent. So they are very effective in moisturizing, softening the skin, reducing the feeling of dryness or peeling skin.

Lanolin acts as an emollient and moisturizer, slowing water loss in the skin. Some simple applications of lanolin oil can be applied such as:
Using lanolin oil for facial wrinkles Many products are advertised for anti-aging benefits because they contain lanolin oil or lanolin alcohol. This may lead buyers to believe that lanolin oil has anti-wrinkle properties.
Although there is little scientific evidence that this is the case, lanolin can hold twice its weight in water. This plumps the skin and reduces the appearance of wrinkles.

Use lanolin oil for hair Because of the emollient, moisturizing properties of lanolin oil, they can be a great way to combat dryness when applied to wet or damp hair. Lanolin oil is often stickier than other oils and washing with shampoo or apple cider vinegar can clean, helping to thoroughly remove the oil from the hair.
Lip balm Research has shown that lanolin cream is effective in people with dry lips as a side effect of chemotherapy.
Lanolin can penetrate the lip barrier, instead of other ingredients that only provide moisture to the top layer of the lips. It is generally considered safe for infants with chapped lips.
Lanolin Oil for Cracked Nipples Lanolin is recommended to restore moisture and soothe chapped nipples in nursing mothers.
Those who are actively breastfeeding should look for 100% pure and refined lanolin. Unrefined lanolin can cause an allergic reaction when a child ingests it.

Lanolin oil can be very effective for people who do not have allergies. However, in a few cases, a small number of people may experience unwanted side effects such as:
Allergy to lanolin oil: This oil can cause an allergic reaction when in contact with a person's skin. amount of people. Some studies show that about 1.7% of people using lanolin cause an allergic reaction. Some allergy symptoms may include: Swelling of the application site such as eyes, lips, mouth, rashes on the skin ... Prevent allergic reactions by checking the ingredients of products containing lanolin oil, if If so, you shouldn't use it. Lanolin oil poisoning: Poisoning can occur when accidentally ingesting this oil. Especially when using lip balm, be careful not to swallow too much oil. Some manifestations of poisoning such as diarrhea, rash, red skin swelling, vomiting ... Avoid by using too much on areas at risk of swallowing such as lips, keep out of reach of children to avoid children ingesting this oil.

Lanolin oil is abundant in moisturizing products, has a good moisturizing effect. However, some users will cause allergies or accidentally swallow too much causing poisoning. If there are signs of abnormality when using lanolin oil, you should stop immediately and can go to the hospital to be checked.
Best to achieve high efficiency, before using you should learn carefully as well as see if your skin type is suitable when using Lanolin oil or not?
If you need advice or more information about beauty and health, customers can visit the website of Vinmec International General Hospital to get more useful knowledge.

Reference source: healthline.com