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Skin Conditioning

LINOLENIC ACID

CAS 463-40-1 (CIS)
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Linolenic acid — an essential omega-3 fatty acid that supports the skin barrier and calms irritation. Safe and beneficial; main caveat is fast oxidation if not stabilized.

Function

ANTISTATICCLEANSINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGPERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Essential omega-3 fatty acid
  • Supports skin barrier
  • Anti-inflammatory feel

Known concerns

  • Highly oxidation-prone
  • Antioxidant pairing essential
  • Off-odor when rancid

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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