Linoleic acid and lactic acid
Work well together
Use them in the same routine by applying lactic acid first and linoleic acid right after to restore skin moisture. Lactic acid exfoliates and smooths the surface, while linoleic acid replenishes essential oils to keep the skin barrier strong and comfortable. If your skin feels sensitive, try using a gentler strength or apply them on alternate nights.
Linoleic acid products
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The Ordinary
Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion
€13.30
- Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque
- KraveBeauty Oil La La
- EltaMD PM Restore Moisturizer
- Dieux Skin Instant Angel Moisturizer
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Minimalist
SPF 50 Sunscreen
€11.10
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Murad
Rapid Resurfacing Peel
€44.13
- Ceradan Cream
- Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel
Lactic acid products
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Medicube
Zero Pore Pad
€17.15
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First Aid Beauty
KP Bump Eraser Body Scrub
€29.60
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EltaMD
UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46
€73.90
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First Aid Beauty
Facial Radiance Pads
€17.25
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CeraVe
SA Lotion for Rough & Bumpy Skin
€13.29
- CeraVe Renewing SA Cream
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The Ordinary
Alpha Arbutin 2% + HA
€12.08
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The Ordinary
Retinal 0.2% Emulsion
€17.48
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Kate Somerville
ExfoliKate Intensive Exfoliating Treatment
€56.90
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Dr. Dennis Gross
Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel
€122.45
- The Ordinary Lactic Acid 5% + HA
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Good Molecules
Overnight Exfoliating Treatment
€22.99
Questions and answers
Can you use linoleic acid and lactic acid together?
Yes, you can use linoleic acid and lactic acid together, as they work well when you apply barrier lipids after exfoliation to reinforce your skin barrier and restore lipid balance.
Which goes first, linoleic acid or lactic acid?
Linoleic acid and lactic acid work well together, and linoleic acid should be applied after lactic acid exfoliation to help rebuild the skin barrier and restore lipid balance.
Are linoleic acid and lactic acid good for sensitive skin?
Linoleic acid and lactic acid work well together, as barrier lipids help rebuild the skin after exfoliation. Lactic acid may improve skin texture and hydration, but it can sometimes irritate sensitive skin.
Research on linoleic acid and lactic acid
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