Linolenic Acid
An omega-3 essential fatty acid (C18:3, alpha-linolenic acid) that provides anti-inflammatory and barrier-supporting benefits for skin.
Also known as: alpha-linolenic acid, ala, omega-3 fatty acid, c18:3
Benefits
- ✓Omega-3 essential fatty acid with anti-inflammatory properties
- ✓Supports skin barrier lipid structure
- ✓Antioxidant protection against oxidative stress
- ✓Calms reactive and irritated skin
- ✓Nourishes and softens dry skin
No known watch-fors.
In depth
What it does
An omega-3 essential fatty acid (C18:3, alpha-linolenic acid) that provides anti-inflammatory and barrier-supporting benefits for skin. As an barrier support ingredient, it is particularly valued for omega-3 essential fatty acid with anti-inflammatory properties, supports skin barrier lipid structure, and antioxidant protection against oxidative stress.
Skin type guide
Particularly helpful for dry, compromised, or sensitive skin that struggles to retain moisture. Also useful after introducing new actives, to help the barrier recover.
How to use it
Use in the middle-to-later steps of your routine, after lighter serums but before or alongside your moisturiser. Can be used AM and PM — especially valuable in the evening, when the skin enters its repair cycle.
