Ceramides (NP, AP, EOP): The Barrier Essential

Skin-identical lipids for modern barrier care

Ceramides are naturally occurring lipids found in the outer layers of the skin, where they form an important part of the structure that helps maintain the skin barrier and limit water loss. Ceramide NP, AP and EOP are different ceramide types used in modern skincare formulations.

Why Ceramides?

Barrier support
Ceramides are essential components of the skin's lipid matrix and contribute to the organisation and function of the skin barrier.

Moisture-conscious care
A well-organised lipid barrier helps the skin retain moisture, making ceramides particularly relevant to hydration and barrier-focused skincare.

Thoughtful lipid care
Different ceramide types, including NP, AP and EOP, can work within lipid systems designed to more closely reflect the organisation of the skin's natural barrier. Research has specifically examined combinations of these ceramides in skin-lipid models.

The Epurelle Approach

At Epurelle, barrier care is at the foundation of healthy-looking skin.

Ceramides NP, AP and EOP bring skin-identical lipid care to our formulations, supporting a considered approach to hydration, comfort and barrier maintenance.

Essential lipids. Thoughtfully formulated.