Glyceryl Lanolate
AKA “Glyceryl monolanolate, Lanolic acid glyceride
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Glyceryl lanolate
AKA: Glyceryl monolanolate, Lanolic acid glyceride
Synthetic · Antistatic | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Surfactant - Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Lipid
Synthetic
Clean
Fatty acids, lanolin, monoesters with 1,2,3-propanetriol Science: Functions: Antistatic, Skin Conditioning - Emollient, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from lanolin (wool wax) and glycerin, both commonly sourced from animal and plant origins respectively. Synthesized through esterification of lanolin fatty acids with glycerol to create monoesters.
Function
Antistatic | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic ester derived from glycerin and lanolic acid (from lanolin, sheep's wool wax). Developed to provide the moisturizing and skin-softening properties of lanolin in a more refined, hypoallergenic form.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR