Lanolin in Personal Care: Functions and Applications

Key Properties of Lanolin in Personal Care

Lanolin and its derivatives are versatile ingredients used in personal care, cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations. Derived from refined wool grease, lanolin combines several functional properties that make it a valuable ingredient in personal care formulations.

  • Natural moisturiser with effective emollient properties
  • Lipid composition with similarities to physiological skin lipids
  • Helps reduce moisture loss while supporting rehydration
  • Able to absorb and release water
  • Available in different grades and derivatives for specific formulation requirements
Cream and gel cosmetic textures illustrating lanolin applications in personal care.
Photo: Nazir Ahmad / Unsplash
Red lipstick, peach blush powder and pearlescent texture representing lanolin in cosmetic formulations.
Photo: Vlada Guzeva / Unsplash

Lanolin in Cosmetics

We supply lanolin and its derivatives for skincare, lip care, hair care and other cosmetic formulations. Our portfolio and specialist support include:

  • Different lanolin grades and functional derivatives
  • Emollient and moisturising properties for cosmetic formulations
  • Support in selecting suitable grades for specific formulation requirements
  • Customized solutions for specific customer requirements

 

Explore cosmetic grades and derivatives in our Product List.

Lanolin in Pharmaceuticals

We supply highly refined lanolin grades for pharmaceutical and topical formulations, including products conforming to the current edition of the European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.). Our portfolio and specialist support include:

  • Highly refined lanolin grades for pharmaceutical applications
  • Products conforming to the current European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.)
  • Support in selecting suitable grades for specific applications
  • Customized solutions for specific formulation requirements

 

Explore pharmaceutical grades in our Product List.

White cream applied to skin, illustrating the use of lanolin in pharmaceutical formulations.
Photo: Karolina Grabowsk / Unsplash

How can we help you?

Kruna Ramljak

Kruna Ramljak
Product Manager

  • E-Mail
  • +49 40 33 85 33-32
  • +49 174 33 56 422

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Chris Kommerowski Sales Director

  • +49 40 33 85 33-40
  • +49 172 54 54 192

Marco Heins Sr. Sales Manager

  • +49 40 33 85 33-36
  • +49 172 54 54 197

Kruna Ramljak Product Manager

  • +49 40 33 85 33-32
  • +49 174 33 56 422

Christina Wegener Logistics & Sales Manager

  • +49 40 33 85 33-55

Petra Pingel Sales Manager Natural Lipids & Logistics Manager

  • +49 40 33 85 33-50
  • +49 162 25 09 431

Julian Gruß Logistics Manager

  • +49 40 33 85 33-44

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Amsterdam | 8-10 April 2025

Chris Kommerowski
Sales Director

Marco Heins
Sr. Sales Manager

Kruna Ramljak
Product Manage