Barrier support ingredient

Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide

A synthetic pseudo-ceramide (ceramide analog) developed by Kao (used in Curél) that mimics the structure of natural ceramides to replenish barrier lipids, improve water retention, and soothe dry, atopic skin.

Also known as: pseudo-ceramide

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Benefits

  • Reinforces the skin barrier by mimicking natural ceramides
  • Improves water retention in dry and atopic skin
  • Clinically studied for atopic dermatitis improvement

No known watch-fors.

At a glance
CategoryBarrier support
IrritancyLow
Beginner-friendlyYes
Pregnancy safeYes
In your routine

Generally well-tolerated and easy to layer.

Found in 7 products
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Products with Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide

Moisture Repair Eye CreamEye Cream
Curel
Moisture Repair Eye Cream
Moisture BalmMoisturizer
Curel
Moisture Balm
Intensive Moisture Eye CreamEye Cream
Curel
Intensive Moisture Eye Cream
Deep Moisture SprayToner
Curel
Deep Moisture Spray
Intensive Moisture CreamMoisturizer
Curel
Intensive Moisture Cream
Intensive Moisture Facial CreamMoisturizer
Curel
Intensive Moisture Facial Cream