Ingredient Glossary

Moisturising

Ceramide NP

What does it do?

Ceramides are naturally occurring lipids a.k.a fatty acids, produced by the skin and act as a key component to the healthy functioning of the skin barrier. Ceramide NP is one of the most beneficial Ceramides for the skin. It helps improve moisturisation, elasticity, and the skin barrier function.

Where does it originate from?

Ceramide NP can be naturally derived from plants or made synthetically.

When should I use it?

This ingredient can be used day and night.

What skin type is it best suited to?

Ceramide NP is best suited to dry, stressed or sensitive skin. However, it's suitable for all skin types due to its skin-identical structure.

What does it work well with?

Ceramide NP works well with Squalane to help moisturise the skin and improve skin barrier function.

What else do I need to know?

Ceramide NP is also known as Ceramide 3.

Here at Q+A we use a liquid Ceramide which shows the highest compatibility with skin components.

Which Q+A products feature Ceramide NP?