lipophilic
/ˌlɪpəˈfɪlɪk/
adjective
- Having a strong attraction to fats and oils; able to dissolve in or combine with lipids (fats).
- Lipophilic vitamins like A, D, E, and K are stored in the body's fat tissue.
- The lipophilic nature of the drug allows it to cross cell membranes easily.
- Many skincare products use lipophilic ingredients to help them absorb into the skin's oil layer.
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