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Linoleic Acid

winter-lipid-balance
BarrierMoisturizingSebum / Acne
INCI: Linoleic Acid
In short · TL;DR
Category
Oils & Lipids
Effect
An essential fatty acid (omega-6) that replenishes stratum corneum lipids and conditions dryness and disordered texture.
Concentration
Depends on the amount blended (usually a few percent or less).
Effect
An essential fatty acid (omega-6) that replenishes stratum corneum lipids and conditions dryness and disordered texture.
Mechanism
Serves as a building material for epidermal ceramides (acylceramides) and stratum corneum lipids, supporting barrier formation. A deficiency in sebum is also suggested to be associated with pore problems.
Typical concentration
Depends on the amount blended (usually a few percent or less).
Onset
Changes in skin condition come with continued use.
Cautions
Prone to oxidation; care must be taken to stabilize the formulation.
Evidence & references
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5280450
Journal

Related Journal

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Skin Longevity SeriesLipid Balance in Deep Winter: Designing Skin's Oils from Inside and Out
This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.
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