Lanolin Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lanolin Oil is the liquid fraction of lanolin
What does it do?
Lanolin Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Lanolin Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Lanolin Oil?
Lanolin Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lanolin Oil is the liquid fraction of lanolin
Is Lanolin Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lanolin Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lanolin Oil do in cosmetic products?
Lanolin Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Lanolin Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lanolin Oil is 70321-63-0 / 8038-43-5.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 24/01/2011