INCI name

ISOMERIZED LINOLEIC ACID

Isomerized linoleic acid

A linoleic acid isomerised into conjugated forms, used as a film-forming and skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Isomerized linoleic acid is obtained by isomerising linoleic acid (9,12-octadecadienoic acid), which produces a mixture of isomers including conjugated linoleic acid. CosIng lists it as a film-forming and skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums and body care products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal the exact isomer composition or the source of the starting linoleic acid.

Functions

Film forming
Producing (upon application) a continuous film on the skin, hair or nails.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (21)

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