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Ceramide 3 is a form of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramides are an important building block for our skin barrier. A stronger barrier helps the skin look more firm and hydrated. By bolstering the skin ceramides act as a barrier against irritating ingredients. This can help with inflammation as well.
If you would like to eat ceramides, sweet potatoes contain a small amount.
Read more about other common types of ceramides here: Ceramide AP Ceramide EOP Ceramide NP
Ceramide 3 (Retired) is the N-acylated phytosphingosine having the erythro structure that conforms generally to the formula, where m has a value ranging from 12 to 28 in which the acyl moiety may be saturated, mono-unsaturated, or di-unsaturated and n has a value ranging from 10 to 20. The INCI Name, Ceramide 3, originally developed in 1997, was designated with a retired status in 2014. For an interim period of time, trade name assignments formerly published with the INCI Name Ceramide 3 will be retained in the retired monograph, and also published with the new name assignment, Ceramide NP.
People also like: Niacinamide, Ceramide 1, Hyaluronic Acid
People also dislike: Ceramide 1, Ceramide 2, Ceramide EOP
Ceramide 3 is a rare cosmetic ingredient, with about 0.7% of the products in our database containing it.
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Where it's used
Ceramide 3 is most often found as ingredient number 19 within an ingredient list.
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Products with Ceramide 3
CosIng Data
- CosIng ID: 96263
- INCI Name: CERAMIDE 3
- All Functions: Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning
