Product: Lanolin Anhydrous

Rchem Lanolin Anhydrous is a high-purity, refined wax derived from the sebaceous glands of sheep, presented as a yellow, semi-solid, and fat-like substance. This complex natural ester is renowned for its exceptional emollient and water-absorbing properties, capable of holding up to 400% of its weight in water. As one of the most effective natural moisturizers and protective barrier agents, it is an indispensable ingredient in pharmaceutical ointments, premium cosmetics, and personal care formulations designed to treat and protect severely dry, chapped, or cracked skin.

Categories: Humectants / Emollients/ Moisturizers, Natural Moisturizers

Category: powder

Description

Rchem is a leading supplier of USP-grade Lanolin Anhydrous in Pakistan, providing a time-tested and powerful ingredient for therapeutic and protective skincare. Our product undergoes a rigorous purification process to remove pesticides, impurities, and the characteristic odor, resulting in a hypoallergenic and highly effective material. Its unique composition of sterol esters, fatty alcohols, and fatty acids closely resembles human sebum, allowing it to form an occlusive, breathable, and long-lasting protective layer on the skin. Trusted by pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturers across Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad, our Lanolin Anhydrous is the foundation for creating products that deliver superior healing and moisturization for the most demanding skin conditions. Rchem is your reliable partner for high-performance, natural-derived ingredients.

Key Features & Benefits:

Superior Occlusive & Protective Barrier: Forms a semi-occlusive film that prevents transepidermal water loss (TEWL), protecting skin from irritants and harsh environments. Powerful Water-Absorbing Emollient: Acts as a humectant and emollient, absorbing significant moisture and releasing it slowly to the skin, ensuring long-lasting hydration. Excellent Healing & Soothing Properties: Promotes the healing of dry, cracked, and irritated skin, making it ideal for lip balms, nipple creams, and therapeutic ointments. Enhanced Spreadability & Stability: Improves the texture and stability of emulsions, contributing to a rich, creamy consistency. Superb Conditioning for Hair: Provides intense conditioning and shine in hair care products, particularly effective for dry and damaged hair. Excellent Rust Preventive: Used in industrial applications as a corrosion inhibitor.

Technical Specifications Table:

Property

Detail

Apperance

Yellowish, tenacious, unctuous mass

Scent

Faint, characteristic odor (virtually odorless when highly refined)

Solubility

Soluble in chloroform, ether; sparingly soluble in alcohol; insoluble in water (but absorbs it)

Uses

Emollient, occlusive agent, water-in-oil emulsifier, protective barrier, conditioner

pH

Neutral

Charge

Non-ionic

Used In

Nipple creams, lip balms, pharmaceutical ointments, hand creams, hair conditioners, makeup, rust preventives

Usage Rate

1% – 50% (typically 5-15% in cosmetic emulsions)

Product Origin

Natural (Animal-derived, from sheep’s wool wax)

PALM DERIVATIVES STATUS

Non-Palm

VEGAN SUITABLE

Chemical Formulae

Frequently Asked Questions:

Is Lanolin safe for use on sensitive skin or for babies?

Highly purified, hypoallergenic lanolin (such as USP grade) is generally considered safe and is widely used in nipple creams for breastfeeding mothers and in baby care products. However, as with any substance, a small percentage of the population may have a lanolin allergy. A patch test is always recommended for individuals with known sensitivities.

"Anhydrous" means "without water." This indicates that the lanolin has been processed to remove its natural water content, resulting in a pure, concentrated material with a longer shelf life that is ready for use in anhydrous formulations or as a raw material for emulsions.

What does "Anhydrous" mean?

While both are occlusive, Lanolin is a complex wax that is absorbent and semi-occlusive, allowing the skin to breathe while providing moisture. Petroleum jelly is a purely occlusive hydrocarbon that forms a tighter barrier, preventing water loss but not adding moisture. Lanolin is considered a more "active" moisturizer.

How does Lanolin differ from petroleum jelly?

Yes, it is an excellent conditioning agent for hair. It helps to smooth the hair cuticle, add shine, and provide intense moisturization, making it particularly beneficial for dry, brittle, or chemically treated hair. It is often used in deep conditioning treatments.

Can Lanolin be used in hair care?

Lanolin is obtained from the wool of sheep, making it an animal-derived product. It is collected during the process of cleaning sheared wool. Therefore, it is not suitable for vegan formulations.

Product: Lanolin Anhydrous