Eicosatrienoic Acid
AKA “Dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid, DGLA, (8Z, 14Z)-icosa-8, 14-trienoic acid, gamma-Homolinolenic acid, diroleuton, Homo-gamma-linolenic acid”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Eicosatrienoic acid
AKA: Dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid, DGLA, (8Z, 14Z)-icosa-8, 14-trienoic acid, Gamma-Homolinolenic acid, Diroleuton, Homo-gamma-linolenic acid
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
A nourishing omega-3 fatty acid that deeply conditions and softens skin, helping to restore its natural moisture barrier and improve texture.
Formula
C20H34O2
Mol. Weight
306.50
CAS #
1783-84-2
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A polyunsaturated fatty acid with no significant traditional use; developed for modern skincare formulations. Used as a skin-conditioning agent to improve hydration and barrier function based on contemporary cosmetic science.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR