Functional / Support

Phytosphingosine

Often labeled as: Lipid Precursor
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The precursor lipid that kills acne and builds ceramides.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A naturally occurring fat in the skin. When applied topically, it tells the skin to manufacture more Ceramides while simultaneously dismantling acne bacteria.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Reduces acne inflammation and repairs the skin barrier simultaneously.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Often found in high-end ceramide complexes to provide antibacterial benefits without dryness.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

Only acids can kill acne bacteria.

The Science

Phytosphingosine has strong, clinically proven antimicrobial properties against P. acnes without being acidic.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Phytosphingosine

โ˜… 9.6
5X Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisture Gel
Skintific
5X Ceramide Barrier Repair Moisture Gel
Moisturizer

The undisputed multi-million-unit hyper-bestseller across Malaysia that completely redefined mass-market barrier repair. Skintific bridges the gap between intense lipid replenishment and the strict weightless demands of tropical humidity by deploying an advanced, self-assembling **5-Ceramide Network (NP, NS, AS, AP, EOP)** structurally mirroring the physiological intercellular matrix of the stratum corneum. Free from drying denatured alcohols and harsh parabens, it envelopes cells inside a refreshing water-burst emulsion vehicle that dissolves upon friction. The physical texture is a beautifully translucent, bouncy aqua-gel cream that slides across the face with zero mechanical friction, flashing dry within 15 seconds into an absolute bare, weightless satin dewy-plump skin feel.

โ˜… 8.4
Hydrating Cleanser
CeraVe
Hydrating Cleanser
Cleanser

A highly gentle, non-foaming cream cleanser. It uses very mild surfactants that do not strip the skin of its natural lipids, making it perfect for dry and compromised barriers. However, it will not properly remove heavy makeup or water-resistant sunscreen on its own.

โ˜… 9.6
Ceramide Bright Intense Serum
Aiken
Ceramide Bright Intense Serum
Serum

A brilliant, dual-action recovery serum. It masterfully breaks away from standard single-focus serum loops by embedding a premium 5-Ceramide repair complex (NP, AP, EOP, NS, AS) alongside stable Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Glucoside) and high-percentage Niacinamide. It targets dark spots and hyperpigmentation while simultaneously filling in the microscopic cracks in the lipid matrix, making it the perfect treatment fluid for clearing acne marks on sensitive or easily irritated barrier architectures.

โ˜… 9.4
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The Raw.
Intensive Ceramides Moisturiser
Moisturizer

The ultimate heavy-duty rescue cream. By combining Macadamia Oil, Shea Butter, Squalane, and a full 5-Ceramide complex, this cream acts as an absolute physical shield against extreme dryness and transepidermal water loss. It replaces the natural sebum that dry skin fails to produce. It is incredibly thick and buttery, making it a perfect night treatment for peeling skin, but far too heavy and occlusive for oily or acne-prone profiles.

โ˜… 9.4
Hydrating Ceramides Cleanser
The Raw.
Hydrating Ceramides Cleanser
Cleanser

A superb non-foaming, lotion-to-milk cleanser that entirely respects the skin barrier. Bypassing heavy alkaline foaming agents and harsh sulfates, it utilizes mild Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate and fatty alcohols to lift daily grime softly. The inclusion of Squalane and 5 different Ceramides ensures the skin is actively conditioned during the wash. It leaves zero squeaky feeling, making it the ultimate safe haven for eczema-prone or retinol-burned skin profiles.