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Barrier Lipids
Ceramide NP
Barrier lipid for moisture retention and lasting skin comfort
INCI Name
Ceramide NP
CAS No.
100403-19-8
Appearance
White or off-white powder
Purity
≥95%
Overview
Function and skin care benefits
Ceramides are naturally occurring lipids found in the outermost layer of the skin, where they contribute to the skin’s natural moisture barrier and help maintain a healthy-looking skin appearance.
Ceramide NP is a naturally occurring ceramide commonly found in the skin and is widely used in skincare formulations for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties. It helps support moisture retention and maintain a smooth, comfortable, and healthy-looking complexion.
Ceramide Types
Ingredient | Main Benefits |
|---|---|
Ceramide | Helps maintain moisture balance and smooth, healthy-looking skin. |
Ceramide NP | Provides hydration support and improves dry skin appearance. |
Ceramide AP | Helps improve uneven skin texture and skin smoothness. |
Ceramide EOP | Helps reduce moisture loss and maintain skin moisture balance. |
Ceramide is a collective name for a family of related ingredients. Copy and specifications on this page describe Ceramide NP; additional grades such as Ceramide AP and Ceramide EOP are available on request.
Key benefits
Hydration Support — Helps maintain skin moisture balance and improve skin hydration.
Dry & Rough Skin — Helps reduce the appearance of dry, rough-looking skin.
Moisture Barrier Support — Helps support the skin’s natural moisture barrier and maintain a healthy-looking complexion.
Skin Smoothness — Helps improve skin smoothness and overall skin appearance.
Efficacy evaluation
skin moisture vs. placebo after 10 days
A human skin hydration evaluation was conducted using a cosmetic formulation containing Ceramide NP. After 10 days of use, the Ceramide NP formulation demonstrated an 86% increase in skin moisture levels compared with the placebo formulation, supporting its moisturizing and skin-conditioning benefits.
Efficacy evaluation data supplied by the manufacturer.
Applications
Solubility
Soluble in lipid-based solvents; slightly soluble in water.
Stability
Stable under recommended cosmetic formulation conditions. Protect from prolonged exposure to high temperatures and moisture.
Typical applications
Moisturizing products / Skin conditioning formulations / Serums / Lotions / Creams / Daily skincare products
Recommended usage level
0.02%–3.0%
Formulation guidelines
Formulation Compatibility — Ceramides are lipid-soluble ingredients commonly used in skincare formulations to support skin moisturization, skin conditioning, and barrier care. They are particularly suitable for creams, lotions, emulsions, and other lipid-containing formulations.
Lipid Phase Incorporation — Ceramide can be incorporated into the oil phase together with compatible oils, fatty acids, cholesterol, phytosterols, emulsifiers, and structuring agents. Compatibility and processing conditions should be optimized according to the specific formulation system.
Processing Temperature — For powdered or crystalline Ceramide grades, gentle heating may be used to facilitate uniform dispersion in the oil phase. A processing temperature of approximately 75–80°C may be suitable for certain grades; the recommended temperature should be confirmed according to the specific grade and formulation system.
Cool-Down Phase — After emulsification, heat-sensitive ingredients should be added during the cool-down phase at their recommended addition temperature. Gentle mixing is recommended to ensure uniform incorporation while maintaining formulation stability and sensory properties.
Stability ranges may vary depending on molecular weight grade, concentration, formulation matrix, and processing conditions. Final formulation stability should be confirmed through appropriate stability testing.
Packaging and storage
Packaging
1 kg/bag, or customized packaging upon request.
Storage
Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture. For lyophilized grades, refrigerated storage at 2–8°C is recommended to maintain optimal stability.
Documentation and certificates
Compliant with Canadian Cosmetic Regulations.
Manufactured in accordance with GMP principles.
Cruelty-free — not tested on animals.
Documentation available on request
Certificate of Analysis (COA)
TDS
Heavy Metals Report (USP Standard)
Preservative-Free Declaration
Request documentation or samples
Our Toronto technical team can supply COA, TDS, heavy metals and preservative-free documentation, discuss custom specifications, and arrange samples for evaluation.