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| Catalog Number | CI-OT-0066 |
| Product Name | Ceramide NP |
| CAS | 100403-19-8 |
| Structure |  |
| Synonyms | Ceramide 3, Ceramide III |
| IUPAC Name | N-(1,3,4-trihydroxyoctadecan-2-yl)octadec-9-enamide |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C36H71NO4/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-18-19-21-23-25-27-29-31-35(40)37-33(32-38)36(41)34(39)30-28-26-24-22-20-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h17-18,33-34,36,38-39,41H,3-16,19-32H2,1-2H3,(H,37,40) |
| InChI Key | ATGQXSBKTQANOH-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| Purity | 95% |
| Appearance | Solid |
| Highest Usage In Residency Products | 0.225 |
| Isomeric SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(C(C(CO)NC(=O)CCCCCCCC=CCCCCCCCC)O)O |
Ceramide NP is formulated to reinforce the skin's lipid barrier, enhance its renewal process, and minimize water loss through the skin. As a skin-identical compound, it integrates seamlessly into the skin, providing similar benefits to other ceramides in its family. This makes Ceramide NP an essential component in skincare products aimed at maintaining hydration and improving skin resilience. Its effectiveness in reducing transdermal water loss and supporting the natural barrier function positions it as a valuable ingredient for comprehensive skin care, contributing to a healthier and more youthful complexion.
What is Ceramide NP, and how does it differ from Ceramide VI (AP)?
Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide that helps maintain the skin's lipid barrier, enhancing its protective function. While both Ceramide NP and Ceramide VI (AP) are beneficial for skin health, Ceramide NP is noted for its ability to be effective at low concentrations, integrating into skin structures due to its skin-identical nature. Ceramide VI (AP), on the other hand, is specifically highlighted for its capability to eliminate dead keratocytes from the skin surface and improve water-binding ability.
How does Ceramide NP benefit the skin's lipid barrier?
Ceramide NP replenishes the lipid barrier, which enhances the skin's protective function against environmental stressors. It supports the retention of moisture, reducing the likelihood of transdermal moisture loss and keeping the skin hydrated and healthy.
Can Ceramide NP improve the hydration of my skin?
Yes, Ceramide NP improves the skin's water-binding ability, which helps to keep the skin hydrated. By replenishing the lipid barrier, it minimizes transdermal moisture loss, leading to better hydration levels.
Is Ceramide NP suitable for damaged hair treatment?
While Ceramide NP mainly focuses on skincare benefits, ceramides in general, including Ceramide VI (AP), are known to help recover damaged hair by integrating into the structure of hair fibers, enhancing moisture retention and improving strength.
At what concentrations is Ceramide NP effective?
Ceramide NP is effective even at low concentrations. Its skin-identical structure enables it to integrate efficiently into skin and hair structures, providing benefits without the need for high doses.
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