Ingredient guide
Myristoyl Phytosphingosine
Myristoyl Phytosphingosine
In short
A C14 ceramide with a phytosphingosine backbone that helps support the barrier and provides inherent antimicrobial benefits. It contributes to balanced, comfortable skin.
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What it is
C14:0 ceramide NP-type with shorter acyl chain; the phytosphingosine backbone retains inherent antimicrobial activity effective against skin pathogens including C. acnes; used in barrier-care formulations targeting sensitive and eczema-prone skin where comprehensive ceramide spectrum replenishment is the goal.
Where it sits
It lives in the moisturiser step, sealing in the lighter layers below.
- Cleanse
- Tone
- Serum
- Myristoyl Phytosphingosine
- SPF
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What does Myristoyl Phytosphingosine do?
It supports the skin’s lipid barrier and offers mild antimicrobial activity linked to the phytosphingosine structure.
Who is it best for?
It can benefit sensitive or easily unsettled skin that responds well to barrier‑strengthening ceramide blends.
How is it used in skincare?
It is included in multi‑ceramide complexes that aim to replicate the skin’s natural diversity of ceramide types.
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