Aluminum Lanolate
AKA “Aluminum Lanolate, Aluminum Salt of Lanolin
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Aluminum lanolate
AKA: Aluminum Salt of Lanolin
Ingredient · Emulsion Stabilising · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Barrier Lipid
Not Clean
Fatty acids, lanolin, aluminum salts
CAS #
85005-39-6
Form
Wax
See origin →
Functions
Anticaking
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Prevents Clumping
Stabilizes Emulsion
Controls Viscosity
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Synthetic aluminum salt derived from lanolin, developed in the 20th century as a thickening and emulsifying agent. Combines the moisturizing properties of lanolin with improved stability.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Lanolin (Wool)
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR