Isopropyl Lanolate
AKA “Isopropyl Lanolate, Lanolin Ester
Surfactant
Ingredient Facts
Isopropyl lanolate
AKA: Lanolin Ester
Surfactant · Emollient · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Emollient
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Lipid
Clean
Fatty acids, lanolin, iso-Pr esters
CAS #
63393-93-1
Form
Oil
See origin →
Functions
Antistatic
Binding
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic ester derived from lanolin, which has been used since ancient times as a wool-derived emollient. Created in the early 20th century to provide improved stability and texture compared to natural lanolin.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Lanolin (Wool)
EWG
2
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