lanolin

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Croda was founded in 1925 when George Crowe and Henry Dawe began producing lanolin, a waxy substance made from sheep's wool.

From BBC • Dec. 14, 2025

Flamingo Estate blends anti-inflammatory and skin-restoring manuka honey with hydrating lanolin and shea butter for an ultra-rich yet cloud-like cream that you can use on your hands or anywhere that needs some extra love.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 20, 2025

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.

From Washington Post • Feb. 13, 2023

The ointment also contains emollients such as lanolin and petroleum jelly.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 29, 2022

But, no, the smell was one I remembered from kindergarten field trips to the petting zoo— lanolin, like from wool.

From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan