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Linoleic acid
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- Polyunsaturated fatty acid
used in the biosynthesis of prostaglandins and
cell membranes and in other natural oils
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Used for autoimmune disorder, arthritis, eczema
and PMS
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Oleic acid
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- Fatty acid found
in animal and vegetable oils
- Bactericidal effect of skin surface lipids
- Skin penetration enhancers
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Palmitic acid
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- Naturally found
SC lipids
- Increase skin hydration and elasticity
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Stearic acid
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- Octadecanoic acid,
white, wax-like substance
- Used in skin care to add thickness and texture
- Used for its emollient properties
and as a moisturizing ingredient
- Inhibit gelatinase A and B
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Elaidic acid
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- 9-trans isomer
of oleic acid, long chain unsaturated fatty acid
- Protect collagen and elastin fibers against degradation
by gelatinase A and B
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Hexesterol
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- Synthetic nonsteroidal estrogen
having activity similar to but greater than that
of estrogen
- Treatment of prostatic carcinoma
and sometimes of breast cancer, relief of menopausal
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