Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides

This is a blend of fatty acid glycerides derived from plant oils, used primarily as an emollient/surfactant-like skin-conditioning agent typically at low to moderate concentrations in moisturizers and cleansers. Fatty acid glycerides are generally well tolerated and can support barrier function, with low rates of irritant reactions in patch testing compared with true actives. Because it is derived from multiple botanical sources (and may contain minor residuals from processing), occasional sensitivity is still possible in highly reactive or eczema-prone patients, but overall irritancy potential remains very low. Safety Notes: This mixed botanical fatty acid/glyceride complex is most often used as an emollient/skin-conditioning lipid, where it appears at low levels (~0.05–0.5%) in lotions, serums, and cleansers to support barrier feel and slip without greasiness. Mid-range use (1–10%) is common in leave-on creams/balms and lipid-replenishing body products. The upper end (10–25%) is observed in consumer-available high-lipid anhydrous balms, intensive barrier creams, and massage/oil-gel type products where it functions as a primary emollient phase component; rinse-off products typically sit at the lower end due to cost and sensorial constraints.