lanolin

A fatty substance obtained from wool and used in soaps, cosmetics, and ointments.

A substance, consisting chiefly of cholesterin, extracted from wool, used as a basis for ointments.

A peculiar fatlike body, made up of cholesterin and certain fatty acids, found in feathers, hair, wool, and keratin tissues generally.

A greasy yellow substance chemically akin to wax that is secreted from wooly animals, with a variety of uses from rust prevention, lubrication and waterproofing to cosmetics and skin ointments.

A yellow viscous animal oil extracted from wool; a mixture of fatty acids and esters; used in some ointments and cosmetics.