A SINCERE THANK YOU TO ALL FOR YOUR HEARTFELT MESSAGES AS WE CLOSE THIS CHAPTER.
I HAVE BEEN TOUCHED BY YOUR KINDNESS.
Shipping has now been completed.
Lanolin
May 13, 2009
Lanolin is a fat from wool bearing animals. It is a by-product of the process that accompanies the removal of sheep wool from the pelt. When emulsified and purified to cosmetic grade it is used in ointments and salves to treat chapped lips, diaper rash, dry and itchy skin, rough feet, minor cuts and burns, and abrasions. It is often used as a raw material for producing Vitamin D3. Although lanolin is slightly antiseptic, it actually has no medicinal benefits. Its value lies in the ease with which it penetrates the skin, and facilitating the absorption of other medicinal chemicals.
The name "Oil of Olay" is derived from the word lanolin, a key ingredient in the initial product developed by Graham Wulff.
Vegetable Lanolin
Vegetable lanolin is of plant origin and can often be successfully substituted for pure lanolin, though its properties are not as beneficial. It absorbs water, helping to protect the skin. It contributes to stable emulsions. It is safe, effective, and non-irritating. Ecocert approved. INCI:
Butyrospermum parkii (shea) butter (and) Glyceryl rosinate (and) Olea europaea (olive) oil unsaponifiables
Leave a comment
Comments will be approved before showing up.
Also in Abbey St Clare Blog
September 16, 2025
Hello Friends,
The wheel is turning. Transitions are on the horizon. It is with regret that after almost twenty years, Abbey St. Clare is winding down as retirement and a relocation take place in the near future. We will continue taking orders through September 15.
Continue Reading
June 10, 2025
Is your hair feeling brittle? Scalp dry? Locks not as lustrous as you want them to be? It’s possible you’re damaging your hair with five hair-washing mistakes.
If you follow these guidelines, you will see significant improvement in your hair and scalp health.
Continue Reading
April 07, 2025
Have you ever caught a whiff of cinnamon and felt a boost in your mood instantly? Do you feel calmer and more at ease when using lavender lotion before bed? If you said yes, it’s not just a figment of your imagination!
Ask anybody who uses essential oils regularly, and they’ll probably agree: these natural botanicals can have powerful, positive effects on your mood and overall wellness.
Continue Reading