- Comedogenic
- 2 / 5
- Irritancy
- 1 / 5
- Fungal acne
- Trigger
- Type
- Animal wax
- INCI name
- Lanolin
- Also listed as
- Wool Wax, Lanolin Anhydrous
Who should avoid it?
Suitable for most skin types. If you are very acne-prone, check where it sits in the ingredient list: the lower, the better.
Fungal-acne safe ingredients list
Frequently asked questions
Is Lanolin comedogenic?
Mildly, so most people are fine. Lanolin has a comedogenic rating of 2 out of 5. A highly occlusive wax from sheep's wool. It is great for cracked lips but can trigger allergies in some people.
Is Lanolin safe for fungal acne?
No. Lanolin can feed Malassezia yeast, so people with fungal acne usually avoid it.
Does Lanolin cause acne?
It is unlikely to. Breakouts usually come from other ingredients in the formula, or from non-cosmetic causes.
What are other names for Lanolin?
On labels it can also appear as Wool Wax or Lanolin Anhydrous.