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The Invention of the Raincoat

Stuff You Missed in History Class

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Macintosh Raincoats - The Waterproof Layer

Wool contains oil. Even after it's been washed, it retains some of the oils that it naturally has as a product that grows out of an animal. And oil can break down a lot of sticky substances. If you're ever having trouble removing a bandage that's adhered to your skin, just break out a little lotion or baby oil. It works better than soap and water and better than any harsher things you might use.

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