Vitamin F

Description

Active ingredients and their action

Linoleic acid (Omega-6) – 40–60% of total fatty acids

Linoleic acid is the most abundant fatty acid of this complex. It plays an important role in the creation and organization of epidermal lipids, especially ceramides, and contributes to the preservation of the functional skin barrier. It helps reduce transepidermal water loss, improves hydration and contributes to a softer, smoother skin appearance.

Linolenic acid (Omega-3) – 2–10% of total fatty acids

Linolenic acid is a polyunsaturated fatty acid important for maintaining the structure of lipid membranes. It contributes to the flexibility and functionality of the skin and complements the action of linoleic acid in the care of dry and sensitive skin.

Arachidonic acid (Omega-6)

Arachidonic acid participates in the structure of cell membranes and physiological processes related to lipid signaling. As part of the essential fatty acid complex, it contributes to its lipid profile.

Operation and benefits

Skin barrier restoration

Essential fatty acids participate in maintaining the structure of intercellular lipids in the stratum corneum. Their application can contribute to the restoration of impaired skin barrier function.

Reducing transepidermal water loss (TEWL)

Linoleic acid and related essential fatty acids can reduce water loss through the epidermis. Their action is not solely a consequence of the creation of a surface lipid layer, but is also related to structural changes in the stratum corneum of the skin.

Intensive care for dry skin

The complex complements the skin’s lipid care, improves its softness and helps relieve the feeling of tightness caused by dryness.

Improving elasticity and suppleness

By maintaining lipid balance, it contributes to skin flexibility, smoothness and a more well-groomed appearance.

Support for natural skin renewal processes

Essential fatty acids are important for the physiological functioning of the epidermis, which is why this complex is especially useful in products intended for the care of skin with a damaged protective barrier.

Application in cosmetic products

Vitamin F is recommended for the development of:

• Skin barrier repair cream
• Nourishing creams for dry and very dry skin
• Serum for the care of sensitive and dehydrated skin
• Balms and emulsions for intensive lipid care
• Hand cream and cracked skin
• Body lotions and milks
• Skin care products after exposure to adverse environmental conditions
• Night creams and products for the care of mature skin

Why choose Vitamin F?

A healthy skin barrier begins with proper lipid organization.

Vitamin F enables the formulation of products that not only address the superficial feeling of dryness, but also provide the skin with essential fatty acids important for maintaining its natural protective function. Thanks to its high linoleic acid content and improved oxidative stability of the esterified form, it is a particularly valuable ingredient in modern formulations for the care of dry, sensitive and lipid-depleted skin. It is an ideal choice for the development of products aimed at barrier repair , intensive lipid care and long-term preservation of skin hydration.