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Linolenic Acid

Explained

Linolenic Acid is a fatty acid. Linolenic Acid helps condition and restore skin.

It is also used to treat inflammation and hyperpigmentation. It works to reduce hyperpigmentation by disrupting melanin production.

You can find this ingredient in many oils, include argan, rosehip, and hemp seed.

Read about Linoleic Acid

See all 507 products with Linolenic Acid

Users who like it
38%
Users who avoid it
62%

What it does

Cleansing To free from dirt, contamination, or impurities
Emollient Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Perfuming A substance that emits and diffuses a fragrant odor, especially a volatile liquid distilled from flowers or preparedsynthetically.
Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Alternative names

Ala
Alpha-Linolenic Acid
Omega-3 Fatty Acid

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.6%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Treatments
Cleansers
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 77324
INCI Name LINOLENIC ACID
EC #  207-334-8 (CIS)
All Functions Antistatic, Cleansing, Emollient, Hair Conditioning, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant