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Linoleic Acid – Water Soluble: Enhance Your Cosmetic Formulations

Unlock the potential of essential fatty acids with our water-soluble Linoleic Acid, a versatile ingredient designed to elevate your cosmetic creations. This unique form of linoleic acid, an omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid, has been specifically modified for easy incorporation into water-based formulations, offering a multitude of benefits for skin health and appearance. Our water-soluble linoleic acid is a high-quality cosmetic component, ideal for a wide range of skincare and haircare applications.

Versatile Applications and Areas of Use in Cosmetics:

Water-soluble linoleic acid offers formulators a convenient way to integrate the benefits of this essential fatty acid into various cosmetic products:

  • Hydrating Serums and Lotions: Incorporate it into water-based serums, light lotions, and emulsions to enhance skin hydration by supporting the skin's natural barrier function and reducing transepidermal water loss.
  • Facial Cleansers and Toners: Add to cleansing gels, micellar waters, and toners to provide a gentle cleansing action while replenishing essential lipids and maintaining skin balance.
  • Acne-Targeting Treatments: Linoleic acid is known for its potential to help regulate sebum production and reduce inflammation, making it a valuable addition to formulations aimed at acne-prone skin. Its water-soluble nature allows for easy integration into light, non-comedogenic formulas.
  • Anti-Aging Products: Support skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by incorporating water-soluble linoleic acid into anti-aging serums, creams, and eye treatments. It contributes to the skin's structural integrity and overall youthful appearance.
  • Hair Care Formulations: Integrate into shampoos, conditioners, and leave-in treatments to nourish the scalp, improve hair shine, and potentially reduce scalp dryness and flakiness. Its water solubility ensures even distribution in these formulations.
  • Body Washes and Shower Gels: Enhance the moisturizing properties of body washes and shower gels, leaving the skin feeling soft and supple after cleansing.
  • Sunscreen Formulations: Add to water-based sunscreen lotions and sprays to provide additional skin barrier support and antioxidant benefits, complementing the UV filters.
  • Makeup Bases and Primers: Incorporate into water-based makeup primers and foundations to improve skin texture and create a smoother canvas for makeup application.

Key Benefits for Cosmetic Formulations:

  • Enhanced Water Solubility: Easily integrates into water-based formulas without the need for extensive emulsification.
  • Improved Skin Barrier Function: Helps to strengthen the skin's natural protective barrier, reducing moisture loss and protecting against environmental stressors.
  • Hydration and Moisturisation: Contributes to skin hydration by supporting the lipid layer and reducing transepidermal water loss.
  • Sebum Regulation: May help to balance oil production in the skin, beneficial for both dry and oily skin types.
  • Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Can help to soothe and calm irritated skin.
  • Supports Skin Elasticity: Contributes to the maintenance of skin firmness and elasticity.
  • Global Shipping: We offer worldwide delivery, ensuring you can access this valuable ingredient wherever you are.

Cosmetic Recipe: Hydrating & Balancing Facial Serum

Ingredient Quantity
Distilled Water 70 ml
Water-Soluble Linoleic Acid 5 ml
Hyaluronic Acid Solution (1%) 15 ml
Niacinamide Solution (10%) 5 ml
Glycerin 3 ml
Preservative (Phenoxyethanol) 1 ml

Instructions:

  1. In a clean glass beaker, combine the distilled water and hyaluronic acid solution. Stir gently until the hyaluronic acid is fully hydrated.
  2. Add the niacinamide solution and glycerin to the mixture. Stir until well combined.
  3. Carefully add the water-soluble linoleic acid to the mixture. Stir gently to ensure even distribution.
  4. Finally, add the preservative and stir thoroughly to incorporate.
  5. Transfer the serum to a clean, dark glass bottle with a dropper or pump.

Recommendations for Use:

  • Start with a low concentration of water-soluble linoleic acid and gradually increase based on your formulation needs and desired benefits.
  • Ensure thorough mixing when incorporating into your formulations to achieve optimal distribution.
  • Store water-soluble linoleic acid in a cool, dry place, protected from direct sunlight and heat, to maintain its stability.
  • When formulating new products, conduct stability testing to ensure the compatibility of water-soluble linoleic acid with other ingredients.
Characteristics:
INCI Linoleic Acid Encapsulated
Other
Application Cosmetics: Creams, serums, lotions Shampoos and balms Moisturizing masks Post-peeling/sun gels Cosmetics for atopic skin and children Pharmaceuticals: Restorative ointments and emulsions Skin inflammation products Special care for psoriasis and dermatitis
Att brand USA
Color product white
Dosage In cosmetics: 0.1 to 2% (in extractive serums) up to 5% — in masks, creams, night formulas In dermatology and science: up to 10% in solutions, used to model skin lipids Can be used in studies of fatty acid metabolism
Features All information presented on the site is for reference only
Minimum count 1
Name Linoleic Acid – Water Soluble, 1 kg
Packaging container for transportation
Packing 1 kg
Properties Restoring the skin barrier Moisturizing and retaining moisture in the epidermis Supporting ceramides and skin lipids Improving the condition of sensitive, irritated skin Anti-inflammatory action Anti-acne: reduces sebum production and inflammation Improves the condition of skin with pigmentation, eczema, dermatitis Stimulates cell regeneration
Purpose Linoleic Acid – Water Soluble (powder) is a breakthrough ingredient that allows the use of lipophilic acid in water and gel formulas, which opens up new possibilities in cosmetics for sensitive, oily, mature and problematic skin. Ideal for skin restoration, sebum and inflammation correction, while being compatible with most actives. Available from professional suppliers and suitable for both home labs and premium cosmetics production. Linoleic acid is an omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid that is vital for the skin. In its natural form, it is fat-soluble, but for scientific and cosmetic purposes it is used in the form of water-soluble complexes - most often with cyclodextrin or in liposomal form. This is the form that Sigma-Aldrich produces - as a stable, water-soluble powder, ideal for precise dosing in formulas. Restoring the skin barrier for dryness and sensitivity Care for oily and problem skin (normalizes sebum) Care for skin with eczema, dermatitis, post-acne Soothing and anti-inflammatory agents Rejuvenating and restorative serums Shampoos and conditioners for restoring the lipid balance of the scalp
Solubility in the water
View fine hygroscopic powder
Valid until 02.2028
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