• Ceramide Powder for Skin Barrier Repair in Cosmetic Formulations : Ceramide powder is a potent active used to restore and maintain the skin’s lipid barrier, making it ideal for dry, sensitive, or aging skin. It mimics the skin’s natural ceramides and enhances moisture retention by reinforcing the stratum corneum. In cosmetic formulations, ceramide powder offers excellent stability and performance, especially in emulsions, serums, and creams.
• How to Use Ceramide Powder in Cosmetic Formulas : Ceramide powder is typically oil-dispersible and should be added during the oil phase of emulsions to ensure proper solubility and skin affinity. The recommended usage rate is usually between 0.1% and 2%. It can be combined with fatty acids to mimic the skin’s natural lipid structure more closely. Proper heating (usually under 80°C) and mixing techniques ensure full dispersion and efficacy in creams, lotions, and serums.
• Benefits of Ceramide Powder in Skincare Formulations: Ceramide powder strengthens the skin’s natural defenses, preventing transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and improving hydration. It is particularly beneficial for eczema-prone, dehydrated, or compromised skin. In anti-aging formulations, ceramide powder works synergistically with niacinamide, peptides, and hyaluronic acid to restore youthful plumpness and elasticity. Ceramide powder also helps soothe sensitivity.
• Benefits of Ceramides on Hair : When used in hair care formulations, ceramides act like a "mortar" between the "bricks" of hair cuticle cells, sealing in moisture and smoothing the hair shaft. This improves hydration, shine, and elasticity, while reducing frizz and breakage—especially in chemically treated or heat-damaged hair. Ceramides also strengthen the hair’s natural barrier, helping to protect against environmental aggressors like UV rays, pollution, and hard water.
• Formulators often use ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, or synthetic ceramides in shampoos, conditioners, leave-ins, and hair masks. These ingredients work well with proteins, panthenol, and plant oils to deliver high-performance results in premium hair care formulations. Ceramide NP is widely compatible with actives, emollients, and surfactants, giving chemists greater flexibility in clean beauty, anti-aging, and barrier-repair product lines.

• Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5 x 3.5 x 0.1 inches; 0.45 ounces
• Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Nautis