Lanolin Salve

The Original Shepherd's Secret—Ultra-Rich, Concentrated Lanolin for Serious Skin Repair

This is lanolin in its purest, most powerful form. No fillers. No additives. Just 100% pharmaceutical-grade lanolin—the same legendary remedy shepherds have trusted for centuries to protect their weathered hands.

If you've tried everything for severely dry skin, cracked heels, stubborn scars, or chapped skin and nothing worked, this might be your answer. This ultra-thick, conditioning salve works differently than regular lotions—and that difference is what makes it effective.

Warning: This is not your average moisturizer. It's intensely concentrated and meant for serious skin concerns.

How Lanolin Actually Works

Lanolin is the natural wax coating found in sheep's wool—nature's way of protecting sheep from harsh weather, wind, and moisture loss.

Here's what makes it different from lotions: Lanolin doesn't absorb and disappear. Instead, it creates a semi-occlusive barrier on your skin's surface—a breathable protective seal that: ¹³

• Locks your skin's existing moisture in by preventing water loss ³⁵
• Forms a protective film that shields skin from harsh elements ¹
• Mimics your skin's natural oils making it highly compatible with your skin chemistry ⁴
• Stays in place for hours continuing to protect long after application
• Allows skin to breathe while maintaining the moisture barrier ¹

This is why shepherds' hands stay soft despite brutal conditions—not because lanolin soaks in, but because it creates a protective layer that prevents their skin's natural moisture from escaping.

The key: Apply lanolin to damp skin. It seals in that water, creating an optimal healing environment underneath the barrier.

When You Need Pure Lanolin (Not Regular Lotion)

Choose this salve when you're dealing with:

• Severely cracked hands or feet – When nothing else works
• Extreme winter dryness – Protection against harsh elements
• Chronic dry skin conditions – Eczema, psoriasis flare-ups
• Scar treatment – Keeps skin optimally hydrated for healing
• Work-damaged hands – Construction, farming, healthcare workers
• Chapped lips – More protective than any lip balm
• Nursing mothers – Natural, safe nipple cream
• Cuticle repair – Softens even the toughest cuticles
• Tattoo aftercare – Keeps ink vibrant while healing
• Leather conditioning – Yes, it works on leather goods too
• Tool maintenance – Traditional use for wooden handles
• Hair treatment – Deep conditioning for damaged ends

Pure vs. Blended: Which Should You Choose?

Choose PURE Lanolin Salve if you:

• Need maximum moisture retention
• Have extremely dry or damaged skin
• Prefer single-ingredient simplicity
• Want the most concentrated formula possible
• Are okay with a thicker consistency that sits on your skin

Choose our Cure All Salve if you:

• Want easier spreadability
• Prefer additional botanical benefits (shea butter, rosehip oil)
• Like a lighter texture
• Want a product that's easier to work with

Both are excellent—pure lanolin is just more intensive and creates a stronger protective barrier.

How to Use Pure Lanolin

Pure lanolin is concentrated—about 10x thicker than regular hand cream. A little goes a long way.

The Right Way to Apply:

1. Start with damp skin – This is crucial. Since lanolin seals in moisture, apply after washing hands or misting skin with water
2. Warm between fingers – Makes it easier to spread into a thin, even layer
3. Use sparingly – A thin barrier is all you need for protection
4. Let it set – Give it 5-10 minutes to form the protective seal before touching fabric
5. Overnight works best – Allows the barrier to work while your skin naturally repairs itself

Tried and True Techniques:

• Intensive overnight treatment: Apply generously to hands/feet, wear cotton gloves/socks to bed
• Lip treatment: Tiny amount before bed—wake up with soft lips
• Scar therapy: Thin layer over scars twice daily to maintain optimal hydration
• Cuticle care: Warm between fingers and massage into cuticles and nail beds

What Exactly IS Lanolin?

Lanolin is the waxy substance secreted by sheep's skin and absorbed into their wool. It's what makes wool naturally water-resistant and keeps sheep comfortable in all weather conditions. 

Collection Process:

• Harvested as a byproduct of wool shearing (sheep are not harmed)
• Refined to pharmaceutical-grade purity (European Pharmacopoeia standard)
• No chemicals added to our formula
• Renewable and sustainable

100% of this jar is active ingredient. No water. No fillers.

Understanding the Texture

Yes, it's thick. That's the point.

Pure lanolin has the consistency of petroleum jelly but with far superior skin compatibility. The texture will change with temperature—firmer in cold weather, softer in warmth. This is completely normal and proof of purity (no stabilizers or emulsifiers).

Texture Guide:

• Cold weather: Firm, almost solid (warm between hands first)
• Room temperature: Thick paste consistency
• Warm weather: Softer, easier to scoop
• Body temperature: Melts and spreads beautifully

Important Notes

Allergy Note: Contains lanolin (wool wax). While lanolin allergies are relatively rare, if you have wool allergies, do a patch test first. Many people allergic to wool proteins can still use lanolin successfully.

For external use only. Not for ingestion.

Safe for most skin types including sensitive skin. Please test on a small area to see if irritation occurs, stop using if you have a reaction.

Not recommended for acne-prone facial skin due to its occlusive nature, though excellent for spot treatment on dry patches.