Wildroot Cream-Oil is a mens hair tonic that was sold in the United States from the 1940s to the 1960s by the Wildroot Hair Tonic Company, based in Buffalo, New York. The product was first introduced in 1943 and became popular in the 1950s, particularly among the greaser subculture, which consisted of teenage boys who slicked their hair down into a ducktail style. The main ingredient in Wildroot Cream-Oil was lanolin, also known as wool grease, which is a wax secreted by the sebaceous glands of domestic sheep.
Positive aspects of Wildroot Cream-Oil include:
- Hair grooming: The product is designed to keep hair in place and look well-groomed.
- Natural appearance: Wildroot Cream-Oil helps hair look neat and natural.
- Suitable for dry hair: The product is especially effective for dry hair, providing moisture and nourishment.
Negative aspects of Wildroot Cream-Oil are not mentioned in the search results.
Ingredients in Wildroot Cream-Oil include:
- Deionized Water
- Mineral Oil
- Microcrystalline Waxes
- Lanolin
- Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate
- Beeswax
- Sodium Borate
- Polysorbate 60
- Fragrance.
