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Skin Conditioning

CERAMIDE 5

85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A skin-identical ceramide that replenishes the lipid barrier — one of the most studied and well-tolerated barrier-repair actives in cosmetics.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Skin-identical ceramide for barrier repair
  • Reduces transepidermal water loss
  • Recognized as gold-standard barrier active

Known concerns

  • Pure ceramides are stability-tricky
  • No notable safety concerns at cosmetic levels
  • Synthetic vs animal sourcing varies

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.