Lano Golden Dry Skin Salve

Lano Golden Dry Skin Salve
10.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
10.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
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Review

Results you may expect from using Lano Golden Dry Skin Salve:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Lano Golden Dry Skin Salve:

  • Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 10.0 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Maximum hydration: Lano Golden Dry Skin Salve has the highest possible moisturizing rating of 10.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? This is one of the most moisturizing products on the market, with a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈11.0%), and a maximum occlusivity of 10 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Lanolin (est. ≈50.0%) and Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (est. ≈22.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
50
22
11
6
4
3
2
1.5
1
0.3
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Ratings

All humectants
12.5
11
1.5
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
85.3
50.0
22.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
10.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 12.5 10
10.0
11
1.5
Occlusivity All occlusives 85.3 20
10.0
50.0
22.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
Moisturizing rating
10.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
11
1.5
All humectants 12.5 10
10
All humectants
12.5
11
1.5
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
50
22
6
4
2
1
0.3
All occlusives 85.3 20
10.0
All occlusives
85.3
50.0
22.0
6.0
4.0
2.0
1.0
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
1
All antioxidants 1 3 No
All antioxidants
1
Tocopherol
1
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
1.5
All soothing 1.5 5 No
All soothing
1.5
1.5
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Lanolin
Est. %50
Function
Origin
A yellow, waxy substance obtained from sheep wool. It is one of the best emollients and emulsifiers due to its unique composition, able to relieve dry skin and repair the lipid barrier.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %22
Function
Origin
A natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Glycerin
Est. %11
Function
Origin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Obtained from the leaves of Carnauba wax palm, this occlusive, emollient, and film-forming wax is commonly used in lip products. It is comprised mainly of various wax esters and is one of the hardest and most resistant plant waxes.
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
Est. %4
Function
Origin
A fatty oil extracted from the seeds of the castor bean plant with very unique fatty acid composition. It is used in skincare as an occlusive moisturizer and emollient that leaves the skin feeling soft and silky after application.
Lanolin Oil
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Description is coming soon
Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil
Est. %2
Function
Origin
A fatty oil expressed from the seed kernels of apricot fruits. This oil is an emollient and occlusive moisturizer comprised of around 60% oleic acid, followed by linoleic and palmitic acid, carotenoids, vitamin E, and other antioxidant compounds.
Honey
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin

A supersaturated solution of sugars, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds. It is used in skincare for its antimicrobial, emollient, moisturizing, and soothing properties.

Tocopherol
Est. %1
Function
Origin

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

Beeswax
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
A waxy substance made by bees while they are building their honeycombs. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient with wound healing and antimicrobial properties similar to those of honey. Its bleached, purified form is called Cera alba.
Fragrance
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Under trade secret law, manufacturers have the right not to disclose what exactly went into the fragrance and use the unspecific word Fragrance or Parfum instead. Many fragrances are highly allergenic.