Ceramide Complex

DEFINITION: Ceramide Complex is a multifunctional nourishing ingredient used in both skin and hair care. It contains a mixture of ceramides in an amphiphilic-liposomal base. Ceramides exist naturally in the skin but can be depleted for a number of reasons. Depletion of ceramides leads to several skin conditions such as dry skin, and issues that erupt from a compromised barrier – such as acne. Ceramides are an important part of the skin’s barrier function; helping to retain moisture, maintain the structural integrity of the stratum corneum, antioxidant and sun-protecting attributes, anti-inflammatory, anti-acne, anti-stretchmark, healing, anti-ageing, smoothening, repairing, and skin strengthening. It is particularly suitable for long-term skin barrier protection and support of sensitive and dry skin’s recovery. The liposomal nature of the Ceramide Complex makes it easier and faster to penetrate the skin; The phospholipid nature is similar to the skin’s intercellular lipids. Miscible with water. It is used in aqueous and emulsified skin care preparations.

 BENEFITS

• Moisturizing Agents
• Anti-acne Agents
• Anti-inflammatories
• Repairing
• Smoothness
• Strengthening
• Wound healing
• Antioxidants
• Healing Agents
• Sunscreen Agents
• Anti-ageing Agents
• Anti-stretch Marks Agents

 ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

INCI: Ceramide NP (and) Ceramide AP (and) Ceramide EOP (and) (and) Cholesterol (and) Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate (and) Carbomer (and) Xanthan Gum (and) Phenoxyethanol (and) Ethylhexylglycerin

Use Rate: 3-5%

Solubility: Add to water-phase of emulsions

Heat Sensitivity: Can be heated up to 85°C

pH stability: 3.5 – 7.0

Storage: Refrigerate – 18-month shelf life

Appearance & Form: Viscous Milky Emulsion

Others:

• May reduce viscosity when added to already made emulsions
• Contains anionic agents – avoid cationic emulsifiers to prevent possible interference with ceramide complex

This is a cosmetic raw material and is meant for external use only in cosmetic formulations.  As with all of our materials, it should not be taken internally.