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Caprooyl Sphingosine
Ceramide-like lipid based on sphingosine, designed to support the lipid barrier and more comfortable skin. Caprooyl Sphingosine is relevant in formulas for dryness, irritation, retinoid care, and barrier restoration.
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✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
It is a biomimetic lipid that mimics part of the structural role of natural sphingolipids. In cosmetics, it is added not for exfoliation or stimulation, but for gentle lipid support.
Used in creams, serums, and balms for dry, irritated, or weakened skin, especially in products with ceramides and cholesterol.
Key Benefits
Complements ceramide systems
Can enhance the barrier profile of the formula alongside ceramide NP/AP/EOP, cholesterol, and fatty acids.
Improves comfort
Lipid support reduces the feeling of tightness and dry roughness.
Suitable for post-active care
Fits well into restorative products after retinoids, acids, or drying cleansers.
Suitable for
Main Actions
Works in a team of lipids
The best sense of Caprooyl Sphingosine is not alone, but in a formula with other barrier lipids and a gentle emollient base.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Caprooyl Sphingosine do for skin?
Used in creams, serums, and balms for dry, irritated, or weakened skin, especially in products with ceramides and cholesterol.
Who should use Caprooyl Sphingosine?
Caprooyl Sphingosine is suitable for: dry skin, irritated skin, retinoid care, barrier repair.
Are there any warnings about Caprooyl Sphingosine?
The best sense of Caprooyl Sphingosine is not alone, but in a formula with other barrier lipids and a gentle emollient base.
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