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What does lanolin mean?

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Noun
  1. A greasy yellow substance chemically akin to wax that is secreted from wooly animals, with a variety of uses from rust prevention, lubrication and waterproofing to cosmetics and skin ointments.
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When the season's over, their wool, meat, and lanolin can be sold for profit.
A natural, undyed wool cover can be re-waterproofed with lanolin every few weeks, or as needed.
If your moisturizing lotion or cream is giving you a rash or causing skin eruptions, lanolin could be the culprit.
We sometimes suggest a product containing lanolin, beeswax or coconut oil to moisturize the lips and discourage licking.
Important ester waxes include carnauba wax, lanolin, beeswax, and spermaceti.
Lip balm containing beeswax, lanolin, coconut oil or other natural moisturizers is an alternative.

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