All About Hair: My New Remedy For Dry Brittle Ends

I always like to have 3 faves of each product that I use.  Especially hair products!  You never know when one might get discontinued or not in stock.  One of my new faves for sealing my ends after moisturizing is Lanolin!  One of my closest friends/hairdresser recommended that I give it a try.  Boy was she right!  I put a little moisturizer on my ends and followed it up with some lanolin (100% pure lanolin) and in the morning my ends felt sooooooooooooooo soft!  This stuff is super thick and is a bit greasy, which is why I only apply it to my ends and I only use a little.  If you use a very small amount, you might be able to get away with using it on curly hair.  If  you have straight hair, I wouldn't recommend it.  Like I said, it is very greasy and may way your hair down.   It may not be for everyone, but I think it's definitely worth giving it a try.  You can purchase it online at Amazon, or give your neighborhood Target a try.  I found a small tube (my friend's suggestions) at Target in the nursing mother's section.  It cost me about $10.00 for a 2 or 3 ounce tube. Although it's a little pricey, I have a feeling that the stuff will last forever!  Here's some info I found on the net regarding lanolin.

What is lanolin?                                                                                                                                    
Lanolin is a very greasy material produced by the sebaceous glands of sheep. It acts as an excellent moisturizer for skin and hair and also functions as an effective water barrier.  In its natural state, lanolin contains about 25-30% water by weight. When applied to skin or hair, it is very effective at penetrating the surface and enhancing moisture retention. Lanolin is also beneficial because it continues to absorb moisture from the air, and can thus act as a humectant for the skin or hair.

Is it safe?                                                                                                                                              
Some people are allergic to lanolin, especially if it is not purified enough, and some people prefer to avoid animal products (although sheep are not killed to have their wool collected).

Can I use it on my skin?                                                                                                                       
It is often a key ingredient in chapsticks, creams, shaving lotions, and skin moisturizers. It is often used medically to soothe rashes, minor burns and abrasions. In these cases, it is very purified; less-refined lanolin can cause allergic reactions in some people.