Ceramide NG is a specific type of ceramide, a lipid naturally present in the skin. It is essential for maintaining the skin's protective barrier and keeping it hydrated.

How does Ceramide NG benefit the skin?

It helps to reinforce the skin's natural barrier, preventing moisture loss and protecting against environmental stressors. This leads to improved hydration, reduced dryness, and a healthier skin appearance.

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Ceramide NG

Ceramide NG is a type of ceramide, a lipid naturally found in the skin's outer layer. It plays a crucial role in maintaining the skin's barrier function and retaining moisture. When applied topically, it helps to replenish the skin's natural ceramide levels, improving hydration and strengthening the skin's protective barrier.

Skin-identical ingredient

BenefitStrong 3.5 / 4

Barrier support i3.8 / 4

Whether it supports the skin barrier — restoring lipids, reducing water loss, aiding barrier repair, or strengthening the skin’s protective function.

Hydration i3.5 / 4

Whether the ingredient helps increase the skin’s water content — humectants that attract water, ingredients that reduce water loss, or ones that make skin feel less dry.

Soothing i2.5 / 4

Whether it can calm the skin — linked to less redness, irritation, discomfort, or visible reactivity.

RiskVery low 0 / 4

Rated by SpottyLabs' ingredient methodology, independent of brands.

What it helps with

Strengthens skin barrier
Improves skin hydration
Reduces transepidermal water loss
Supports skin health

Pairs well with

None — Ceramides work synergistically with other skin-identical lipids like cholesterol and fatty acids to optimally restore the skin barrier.

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Products with Ceramide NG

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Barrier Restoring Hydrating Cream

3.7/ 520/11/4

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ceramide NG?: Ceramide NG is a specific type of ceramide, a lipid naturally present in the skin. It is essential for maintaining the skin's protective barrier and keeping it hydrated.
How does Ceramide NG benefit the skin?: It helps to reinforce the skin's natural barrier, preventing moisture loss and protecting against environmental stressors. This leads to improved hydration, reduced dryness, and a healthier skin appearance.