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Linoleic Acid

Linoleic acid / C18:2 omega-6

Safety Notes

Essential fatty acid; depleted in acne-prone skin (sebum high in oleic vs. linoleic acid); barrier repair; ceramide synthesis precursor; well-tolerated; oxidises on air, packaging important

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (barrier repair) / Emollient

Category

Emollient

Common In

Face oils barrier repair serums

Origin

Vegetable (plant oils)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linoleic Acid safe to use in skincare?

Linoleic Acid has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Essential fatty acid; depleted in acne-prone skin (sebum high in oleic vs. linoleic acid); barrier repair; ceramide synthesis precursor; well-tolerated; oxidises on air, packaging important

Is Linoleic Acid allowed in India?

Linoleic Acid is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Linoleic Acid used for in cosmetics?

Linoleic Acid functions as: Active (barrier repair) / Emollient. It is commonly found in: Face oils barrier repair serums.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS60-33-3
EC200-470-9

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