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eleostearic acid [¦el·ē·ō′stir·ik ′as·əd]
(organic chemistry) CH3(CH2)7(CH:CH)3-(CH2)3COOH A colorless, water-insoluble, crystalline, unsaturated fatty acid; the glycerol ester is a chief component of tung oil. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | Due to the presence of eleostearic acid, mongongo nut oil forms a film over the hair fiber, protecting it from environmental aggressions. Depending on which desaturases are activated, and the growth conditions scientists create, the yeast's metabolism converts the lipids into valuable byproducts, such as alpha eleostearic acid, which is a main tung oil component, and alpha linolenic acid. The range includes Baobab, with soothing properties for skin and scalp; Parinari and Mongongo, which contain a high content of eleostearic acid for regenerativeand moisturizing properties; Ximenia, with long-chain fatty acids that provide good substantivity for skin and hair; Marula, which is hydrating and skin softening and Kalahari Melon, with a high essential fatty acids (EFA) content for skin restructuring. |
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