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Linolenic Acid

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INCI: Linolenic Acid
In short · TL;DR
Category
Moisturizing
Effect
An essential fatty acid (omega-3) that helps condition skin prone to dryness.
Concentration
Dependent on the level used (usually a few % or less).
Effect
An essential fatty acid (omega-3) that helps condition skin prone to dryness.
Mechanism
As a polyunsaturated fatty acid, it participates in the composition of stratum corneum lipids and supplements the fatty-acid balance.
Typical concentration
Dependent on the level used (usually a few % or less).
Onset
Changes in skin condition come with continued use.
Cautions
Very prone to oxidation; requires stabilization and cool, dark storage.
Evidence & references
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5280934
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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