The propoion of which of the acids are increased in acne comedones?
In acne comedones the propoion of linoleic acid is markedly decreased, while palmitic acid is significantly increased. Decreased propoion of linoleic acid, markedly suppresses neutrophil reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation and phagocytosis and contribute to the worsening of acne inflammation.
Linolenic acid
Palmitic acid
Acetic acid
Linoleic acid