Ingredient guide
Nervonyl Phytosphingosine (Ceramide C24:1)
Nervonyl Phytosphingosine
In short
A mono‑unsaturated version of a C24 ceramide that adds flexibility to the skin’s lipid layers. It helps support a balanced barrier, especially in cooler or drier conditions.
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What it is
Mono-unsaturated C24:1 ceramide NP variant; the cis-double bond in the nervonyl chain modifies lamellar packing geometry relative to the saturated C24 analogue, contributing fluidity to the bilayer at lower temperatures; found in minor amounts in stratum corneum lipid fraction; used in advanced ceramide complex formulations to broaden acyl-chain coverage.
Where it sits
It lives in the moisturiser step, sealing in the lighter layers below.
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- Serum
- Nervonyl Phytosphingosine
- SPF
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What does Nervonyl Phytosphingosine do for skin?
It contributes to barrier comfort by adding controlled fluidity to the lipid layers, helping maintain moisture balance.
Who is Nervonyl Phytosphingosine for?
It can be helpful for dry or sensitive skin that benefits from a broad spectrum of ceramides, including both saturated and unsaturated types.
How is Nervonyl Phytosphingosine used?
It appears in sophisticated ceramide complexes that aim to mirror the skin’s natural mix of ceramides.
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