Ingredient glossary
Ceramide 6-II
INCI: Ceramide AP
Worth paying for
Does Ceramide 6-II clash with what you already use? Check it →Strong results with strong evidence behind them. This is one genuinely worth having in a formula.
What it does
- barrier support
- smoothness
strong evidenceSkin-identical lipid with strong support for restoring and maintaining a healthy barrier when combined with cholesterol and fatty acids.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- dry
- sensitive
- all
Approach with care
No specific group flagged to avoid it.
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
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