Other

Tocopheryl Linoleate

Tocopheryl Linoleate — an ester of vitamin E with linoleic acid, combining the antioxidant properties of tocopherol with the lipid-replenishing action of the essential fatty acid. It supports the skin barrier and protects against oxidative stress.

ester of vitamin Erestoration of the lipid barrierantioxidant protectionessential fatty acid

✓ Safe

Comedogenic Rating

0/5

Irritation Potential

0/5

What is it?

Tocopheryl Linoleate — a combined molecule that integrates the antioxidant properties of vitamin E and the lipid-replenishing function of linoleic acid, a key component of ceramides and other lipids in the stratum corneum. Mechanism: unlike simple esters of vitamin E (e.g., tocopheryl acetate), the esterification with linoleic acid adds dual functionality — after hydrolysis of the ester in the skin, both components are released, restoring the lipid barrier (linoleic acid) and providing antioxidant protection (tocopherol) simultaneously.

Barrier-replenishing creams and serums, formulas for dry and atopic-prone skin, anti-aging products focusing on lipid replenishment and antioxidant protection.

Key Benefits

✦

Dual action: barrier restoration and antioxidant protection

Tocopheryl linoleate provides a unique dual functionality — linoleic acid, released during the hydrolysis of the ester, integrates into the lipid structure of the stratum corneum, supporting barrier function, while tocopherol simultaneously neutralizes free radicals. Result: comprehensive skin support combining restoration and protection in one molecule.

◈

Support for lipid composition in the deficiency of essential fatty acids

Linoleic acid — an essential fatty acid necessary for the synthesis of type 1 ceramides (linoleate-ceramides), critically important components of the skin's lipid barrier. A deficiency of linoleic acid is associated with impaired barrier function and dry skin. Tocopheryl linoleate provides topical delivery of this important fatty acid.

✧

Improved stability of vitamin E in the formula

Esterification of vitamin E with fatty acid (both with linoleic and acetate groups in other esters) increases the stability of the molecule to oxidation compared to free tocopherol, allowing for longer retention of antioxidant activity of the product throughout its shelf life.

Suitable for

dry and atopic-prone skinskin with impaired lipid barrier

Main Actions

✓ restoration of the lipid barrier✓ antioxidant protection✓ delivery of essential fatty acid

Tocopheryl Linoleate: concentration and compatibility

Tocopheryl linoleate is well compatible with other lipid and barrier components (ceramides, cholesterol, fatty acids) in formulas based on the "lipid matrix" principle. INCI: Tocopheryl Linoleate. Concentration: 0.5-3% in barrier-replenishing formulas.

Check if this ingredient works for your skin — analyze your full product formula for free.

Analyze your product