Characteristics
- INCI
- Ceramide AP
- Ru.
- Ceramide 6 II
- CAS
-
100403-19-8
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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309-560-3
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- 1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-(2-Hydroxy) Stearamide
- Functions
- hair conditioning, skin conditioning
Who it's for
Skin Type
▲ Dry
▲ Combination
▲ Normal
▲ Sensitive
▲ Acne-Prone
Face Concern
▲ Hydration
▲ Barrier Repair
▲ Soothing
Body Concern
▲ Dryness
▲ Sensitivity
Hair Concern
▼ Hair Volume
▼ Fine Hair
▲ Bleached Hair
▲ Color-Treated
▲ Sensetive Scalp
Application Area
▲ Face
▲ Body
▲ Lips
ceramide ap, formerly known under the inci name ceramide 6 ii, is the n-acylated sphingolipid consisting of phytosphingosine having the d-erythro structure linked to an alpha-hydroxy saturated or unsaturated fatty acid.
Description
A type of ceramide that can be found naturally in the upper layer of the skin. Ceramides make up 50% of the goopy stuff that's between our skin cells and play a super important role in having a healthy skin barrier and keeping the skin hydrated.
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Products with Ceramide AP (4 041 total)
Hair
Face Care
Body Care
Decorative Cosmetics
Hands & Nails
Feet
Most often found in CeraVe products (159 items)
