Industrial Lubricants

noun a fatty substance obtained from sheep's wool and used in making cosmetics and ointments

• Lanolin is a waxy substance obtained from sheep's wool and is commonly used in cosmetic products.
• I heard that lanolin is really good for moisturizing dry skin.
• Hey, can you pass me that lanolin cream? My hands are so dry.
• Her words were like lanolin, soothing and comforting to the soul.

noun a liquid by-product of petroleum distillation used for various industrial and cosmetic purposes

• Mineral oil is commonly used in cosmetic products as a moisturizing agent.
• I heard that mineral oil is great for removing makeup.
• Hey, pass me that bottle of mineral oil for my dry skin.
• His words were like mineral oil, soothing and comforting in times of distress.