Lanolin
لانولين
Animal-origin ingredient · INCI: Lanolin
The verdict
An effective moisturizer — but a known allergen, and not vegan.
What it is
A rich moisturizer derived from sheep's wool grease.
A powerful occlusive moisturizer (the basis of many lip and nipple balms). Two notes: it's a well-known contact allergen for a minority of people, and it's animal-derived — from sheep's wool, so generally considered halal but not vegan.
Evidence & status
IARC carcinogen group
not_classified
EU status
Not regulated under Reg (EC) 1223/2009 — general use.
US · FDA status
CIR-reviewed
Halal status: halal
Wool-grease emollient from sheep. Halal (from live sheep's wool); NOT vegan. A recognised contact allergen.
Primary source
Evidence, not medical advice. You decide.
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