Barrier support ingredient
Ceramide AS
A ceramide class containing an alpha-hydroxy fatty acid bonded to a sphingosine base (alpha-hydroxy fatty acid + sphingosine). Present naturally in the outer layers of human skin and contributes to the intercellular lipid lamellar structure. Typically paired with Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, and Cholesterol in barrier repair formulations.
Also known as: ceramide 5, alpha-hydroxy-ceramide
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Benefits
- ✓Strengthens the skin barrier as one of the naturally present ceramide classes in the stratum corneum
- ✓Supports moisture retention and reduces water loss
- ✓Complements Ceramide NP and Ceramide NS in multi-ceramide barrier repair systems
No known watch-fors.
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Ceramide NP+ Ceramide AP+ Cholesterol
