Lanolin is a fatty substance with a complex composition. Being a wax of animal origin, it is made from boiled sheep wool. The use of lanolin was prompted by nature itself. A fat-like substance that protects sheep’s wool from numerous adverse factors has been used in ancient Rome and Egypt. In those days, people used uncleaned fat. It contained harmful substances and impurities. Pure lanolin is currently being produced. It is obtained by chemical filtration of the starting material.
Lanolin is a substance whose color ranges from a yellowish translucent to a dark brown shade, which practically does not shine through. The composition of the purified animal wax contains isocholesterol and
cholesterol, higher alcohols and ergosterol, as well as fatty acids. The consistency of this substance with an unpleasant odor is similar to a thick and viscous ointment.
Widely used lanolin in cosmetics. This substance is the most nutritious and effective fat. Lanolin softens, nourishes and moisturizes the skin, protecting them from adverse external influences. This unique wax absorbs and helps retain large amounts of moisture. It improves cell regeneration.
Lanolin is a substance that allows the skin to become supple, soft and saturated with moisture. In its composition, this component is close to human skin fat. That is why lanolin is an indispensable element in the preparation of nutritious face creams at home. It is great for aging or dry skin.
Do not use lanolin in its pure form. It clogs the pores, blocking access to oxygen. And to smear the face with this substance simply does not work. It has a high viscosity. Lanolin is used as an ingredient in the manufacture of cosmetics. However, it is considered the most allergenic component that can cause a rash and redness of the skin. That is why, before using cosmetics containing lanolin, you should test it on a small area of the hand (on its inner side).
To eliminate pigmentation and freckles with dry skin, a brightening mask is used. It is made from a teaspoon of lanolin mixed with water taken in a volume of 2 tbsp. l., as well as grated on the finest grater cucumber. The mask is held on the face for fifteen minutes.
For aging skin, a tonic is perfect. In addition to a teaspoon of lanolin, dissolved in 1 tbsp. l previously boiled water, grapefruit and honey should be included in its composition. The mixture whipped by the mixer is held on the face for a quarter of an hour.
In the case when the aging skin is dry, you can use the following recipe. In the absorbed water lanolin is added 1 tsp. oatmeal and 4 tbsp. l freshly squeezed juice of apple, gooseberry, melon, apricot or grapefruit. A thoroughly ground mixture is applied to the face. The mask is removed after a quarter of an hour with warm water.
In the case when the cosmetic product from lanolin is too viscous, the fatty substance should be melted in advance on a steam bath.