Oleic Acid: Great Monounsaturated Fatty Acid in Cell Health and Dermal BusinessCell and Dermal Health
Oleic Acid, which is the primary near member of the Omega-9 fatty acid family, is a monounsaturated fat ($C_{18}H_{34}O_2$) found naturally in various plant oils such as olive, avocado, and macadamia. Oleic Acid is considered a critical building block for the human cell membrane in the realms of clinical nutrition and pharmacology; it contributes to the fluidity and structural stability of the lipid bilayer. But beyond being a healthy dietary fat, Oleic Acid is held in high regard in topical pharmacology for its enhancement capabilities. The unique shape of the molecule allows it to temporarily disrupt the skin’s outer “brick-and-mortar” structure, thereby allowing the conduction of other active medicinal ingredients (such as steroids or vitamins) into the deeper dermal layers more effectively.
