noun
- Plural of lanoline; a fatty substance obtained from sheep's wool and used in cosmetics, ointments, and skincare products.
Usage: Usually used in the singular form 'lanoline' in everyday contexts; the plural 'lanolines' may refer to different types or batches of the substance.
Examples
- The cosmetics company sources lanolines from wool processing facilities.
- Different lanolines are used depending on the desired texture of the moisturizer.
- Lanoline-based products are popular in lip balms and hand creams.
- The pharmaceutical industry relies on high-quality lanolines for ointment production.
- Some people prefer lanolines in their skincare routine because of their natural origin.