While there is no shortage of products on the market that claim to be beneficial for your skin and can help to moisturize it, very few of them are as reliable as lanolin oil. This incredible natural emollient is actually derived from sheep’s wool and acts as an excellent balm for a variety of skin conditions.

Not unlike sebum, the natural oil that our skin produces when it’s healthy, lanolin oil is derived from wool wax, which protects and conditions the sheep’s wool and skin keeping them healthy. Over the years, sheep that have been domesticated for their wool have also been used as a chief source of lanolin, as it is a remarkable substance that has several medical and botanical applications.

One of the best parts about lanolin oil is that, just like the wool itself, it is sustainably obtained, meaning that the sheep don’t have to be harmed in order to gather the waxy substance from the wool. This all occurs after the animal has already been sheared, making it an easy to obtain and useful natural substance that’s perfect for crafting your own lotions and balms that soothe and moisturize.

We’ve compiled three of the most common applications for this oil below as an example of the useful and fun ways you can utilize this oil for yourself.

Soothes Chapped Lips
Dealing with dry and irritated skin is certainly not an ideal situation, but it’s even more of an inconvenience when it’s your lips that are what’s dry. Not only do dry lips feel uncomfortable, but they can also even impede you from comfortably performing even the most basic tasks, such as speaking and eating.

Having a reliable way to soothe dry, cracked lips is essential if you want to get through cold winters or overly windy days. Lip balms are useful for everyday care as well to ensure your lips stay moisturized and healthy.

What’s also important to consider with lip balms and moisturizers are the ingredients. For a substance that you actually have to put on your mouth, you want it to be as natural as possible and have no harmful chemicals or other ingredients that could be harmful if swallowed. High-quality lanolin oil is a natural substance that is perfectly safe to use on your lips and other areas of sensitive skin.

Can Be Used in Homemade Sunscreen
We’ve all experienced the itching and pain associated with a bad sunburn at one time or another. There are a few popular and relatively safe lotions, creams, and gels on the market that work to reduce the symptoms of sunburn, but did you know you can use lanolin oil as well?

Because of its protective properties and ability to lock in moisture, this oil not only helps in reducing the symptoms of sunburn, it can actually help heal and repair it as well. In fact, it doubles as both a treatment for sunburn and as a sunscreen as well. Just as sheep utilize it to shield their skin from the sun’s rays, so can you.

With the help of the high-grade cruelty-free oils, butters, waxes, and more, available right here at Make Your Own Buzz, you can easily craft your own all-natural and chemical-free sunscreen.

Soothes Razor Burn and Diaper Rash
Rashes and skin irritation are another pain point for many people. There’s nothing more aggravating than going through your day with razor burn, and if you don’t have the right lotion or oil on hand, relief might be hard to come by. Many lotions and creams have no effect on razor burn and actually just irritate the skin further in some cases. If we’re talking about diaper rash, many lotions and creams you find in supermarkets contain unnatural oils and cheap ingredients that you don’t want anywhere near your baby.

In these instances, you want a natural oil that is specifically formed for the purpose of moisturizing the skin. Lanolin oil makes a great natural moisturizer and can help with a wide range of mild skin irritations and issues, including itching, dryness, rashes, and even mild burns.

Choosing Only the Highest Quality Ingredients
If you’re interested in making your own high-quality balms or lotions using lanolin or any other natural oil or butter, you want to ensure that you’re working with only the highest quality ingredients and zero chemicals. Here at Make Your Own Buzz, we are wholly invested in providing only the finest ingredients derived from reputable and cruelty-free sources, so you can craft all the lotions and soaps you want without fear of unnatural and harmful substances.

Take your skin care into your own hands and make your own lip balm or sunscreen from ingredients you can find right here in our store. If you have any questions about our products or how to know which oils and butters are right for you, please feel free to reach out to us and ask by calling us at (888) 583-7738.