Lanolin face creams

Lanolin is a complex natural fat, thanks to which the skin retains its natural softness and moisture. It is an old basis for preparations, approved by modern doctors, cosmetologists and pharmacologists all over the world. And lanolin face creams are recognized as a panacea by many owners of too dry skin.

Indications lanolin face creams

Indications for the use of lanolin facial creams:

• severe dryness;
• cracks, weathering;
• to prevent cracks during breastfeeding;
• to prevent stretch marks on the abdomen during pregnancy;
• to restore water-salt balance in winter.

Lanolin face creams are also applied to the body, feet, elbows, and knees.

Release form

Names of lanolin face creams:

• Nourishing from Kalina with coconut oil;
• With Vitamin E Healthy Care Australia for face and body;
• To moisturize the skin;
• Belantin Switzerland;
• from the Lanolin series, produced in New Zealand;
• Lanolin Beauty Cream;
• moisturizing Aliexpress LAIKOU;
• Nourishing and moisturizing night.

Pure fat is used to make homemade lanolin face creams, for example, with almond oil.

Lanolin face cream Nevskaya Cosmetics

Lanolin face cream Nevskaya Cosmetics is distinguished by a high concentration of oils and fats. It is intended for intensive nutrition and daily care of very dry skin. Contains wax and vaseline oil.

The cream of this brand is three in one, because, in addition to softening, eliminating flaking, and preventing wrinkles, it has nourishing and protective properties.

• For nourishment, use the cream before bedtime. Apply to a clean face and neck, remove the residue with a napkin after half an hour.

In the cold season, the cream protects any skin type if applied well in advance before leaving home. Good nutritional properties make it possible to use the product for a mask. In any case, the result is pleasing: the skin becomes smooth and soft.

Some consumers apply the cream to their hands, noting its delicate aroma as a big plus. To make homemade lanolin face cream, the main ingredient is purchased at pharmacies. Sometimes it is used in its pure form.

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Pharmacodynamics

Lanolin facial creams penetrate deep into the epidermis, retain moisture, and provide hydration. Detailed pharmacodynamics are unknown.

Compound

Lanolin is an animal product that is similar in composition to human fat. This substance is white, dense, and has a characteristic aroma. Despite its viscosity, it is well absorbed into the skin.

Lanolin is obtained from sheep's wool by washing it with hot water and alkali. Then, using a centrifuge, the waxy mixture is separated into components and processed to improve its properties. Incidentally, it is lanolin that makes sheep's wool impermeable and invulnerable to rain.

The composition and properties depend on the breed of sheep, the conditions of keeping, the diet, and the technology of extraction. It is due to its uniqueness that the fat has such a beneficial effect on the skin.

Lanolin face cream, in addition to lanolin, contains natural wax and oil (petroleum jelly).

• Wax softens, prevents inflammation, enriches with vitamin A.
• The oil forms a protective film.

There are different types of lanolin. Lanolin facial cream and other cosmetics most often contain an acetylated, odorless substance that gives cosmetic products a light texture.

Polyoxyethylated lanolin is used to produce emulsions and tonics, due to the fact that the compound dissolves in aqueous solutions and alcohols.

The anhydrous compound acts gently on the skin, replenishes moisture reserves, and enhances nutrition at the cellular level.

Pharmacokinetics

Lanolin facial creams act locally and do not enter the systemic circulation. More detailed studies have not been described.

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Dosing and administration

The product is applied to a previously cleansed face and décolleté area. With the correct method of application of lanolin face cream on very dry skin, it is completely absorbed. With dry and normal skin, the remains are removed with a napkin.

The product should be applied to the eye and lip area pointwise, gently pressing it into the skin with your fingertips. A thick layer in these areas is inappropriate, but it is appropriate to protect the mucous membranes from accidental contact.

Lanolin face creams produced by Kalina are suitable as a make-up base.

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Use lanolin face creams during pregnancy

Due to the naturalness of the ingredients, lanolin face cream does not pose a threat to the body of the expectant mother, the fetus, or children. Therefore, it is used during pregnancy and in pediatrics. There are special creams for mother and child.

Contraindications

Contraindications for the use of lanolin facial creams:

• skin hypersensitivity;
• possibility of allergic reactions;
• eczema.

If creams penetrate deeply, the sebaceous glands may become clogged and comedones may form.

Side effects lanolin face creams

Side effects of lanolin facial creams include allergic reactions. The risk group is people who react to animal fats.

To prevent unwanted effects, before the first use, apply a small amount of the product to the elbow and wait 20 minutes to rule out or confirm a reaction.

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Overdose

Harm from lanolin is possible with incorrect dosage. Overdose is unlikely due to the fact that the formula of lanolin face cream contains no more than 20% of the pure substance.

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Interactions with other drugs

Lanolin facial creams are allowed to be used in parallel with other drugs. Negative interactions with other drugs have not been recorded.

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Storage conditions

Storage conditions for lanolin face creams: room temperature, no direct light, no access of children and pets. Store in the package, with the cap tightly screwed on.

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Shelf life

Shelf life of lanolin face creams: 30 – 36 months; after opening – 6 months.

Reviews

Many women are giving up fancy cosmetics in favor of inexpensive lanolin face creams. They use them creatively: for application to various problem areas - body, arms, elbows, heels, even hair. Women in labor share positive experiences of using against stretch marks on the stomach. Lanolin and lanolin creams are popular ingredients in homemade masks and ointments.

Judging by the reviews, such devotion to an inexpensive but effective natural remedy is completely justified. It can heal cracks, soften and eliminate calluses, make hair shiny and healthy.

"Nevskaya Cosmetics" restores chapped, over-dried skin on hands. Negative comments concern the smell: some find it heavy and "cheap".

If you dig deep into history, the first mention of lanolin can be found in the Bible. Even then, people appreciated the benefits of this wonderful substance. And in the 19th century, the first ointments and creams with natural lanolin appeared. Today, cosmetologists use a highly purified compound in the formulation of lanolin face creams, which does not cause allergies and side effects.