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lanolin
[ lan-l-in ]
noun
- a fatty substance, extracted from wool, used in ointments, cosmetics, waterproof coatings, etc.
lanolin
/ ˈlænəlɪn; ˈlænəˌleɪtɪd; -ˌliːn; ˈlænəlɪn /
noun
- a yellowish viscous substance extracted from wool, consisting of a mixture of esters of fatty acids: used in some ointments Also calledwool fat
lanolin
/ ă′ə-ĭ /
- A yellowish-white wax secreted by the sebaceous glands of sheep to coat wool. Lanolin is composed of esters and polyesters of almost seventy alcohols and fatty acids. Since it is easily absorbed by the skin, it is used in soaps, cosmetics, and ointments.
Derived Forms
- lanolated, adjective
Other yvlog Forms
- ··· [lan, -l-ey-tid], adjective
yvlog History and Origins
Origin of lanolin1
Example Sentences
Keeping your skin well-moisturized strengthens it and makes it less likely to become itchy, so look for ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, lanolin and shea butter.
The ointment also contains emollients such as lanolin and petroleum jelly.
The texture is rich and mouth filling, with lanolin and beeswax.
I stocked my medicine cabinet with products: soothing lanolin cream, healing gel patches and nipple protectors that made me look like Madonna in a cone bra.
Another option is to take supplement pills, which are often made from lanolin, a waxy substance secreted by sheep.
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