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    GlossaryLinoleic Acid (Omega-6 fatty acid)

    essential omega-6 fatty acid crucial for skin and hair health

    Linoleic Acid (LA) is an essential omega-6 fatty acid that the human body cannot produce on its own, so it must be obtained through diet. It plays a crucial role in maintaining the health of cell membranes, skin, and hair, and is found in high concentrations in vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds.

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