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Docosahexaenoic Acid
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) is a long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid with the IUPAC name 4,7,10,13,16,19-Docosahexaenoic Acid (CAS #: 25167-62-8 / 32839-18-2). According to CosIng, its official functions are antistatic and skin conditioning. It is found as an ingredient across a range of skincare products including serums, moisturizers, and treatments.
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other● Benefits
As a skin conditioning agent, DHA may help support the skin's lipid barrier and overall skin feel. It appears frequently in formulations targeting barrier restoration and nourishment.
skin-conditioningbarrier-supportanti-aginghydrating
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