Essential Ceramides

The group name for the three ceramides used in the Dermacare range is SK influx. It comprises Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP as well as  Phytosphingosine and Cholesterol.

SK-INFLUX is a skin-identical lipid concentrate that restores the skin's protective barrier function.

SK-INFLUX is a concentrated formulation consisting of a multi-lamellar (membrane) system resembling the structure of the lipid barrier in the Stratum corneum.

SK-INFLUX contain cholesterol, free fatty acid and phytosphingosine, making them an ideal ingredient for personal care products with unique barrier-restoring capabilities.

SK-INFLUX® V MB contains vegetable-derived, semi-synthetic cholesterol chemically and physically indistinguishable from the animal-based product.

SK-INFLUX will enhance moisturisation and protection, leading to less sensitive and dry skin.

Several studies have been performed on SK influx

It was demonstrated that Ceramides are effectively incorporated into the lipid barrier of the Stratum Corneum when topically applied. Furthermore, the SK-INFLUX® formulation increased the bioavailability of Ceramide VI by more than 38% compared to the other oil/water emulsions. In other words, SK influx improves absorption by 38% and creates an effective lipid barrier.

In another study Clinical multicentre study

A formulation with Ceramide III, cholesterol and fatty acid was applied in a multi center study. The patients suffer from Allergic Contact Dermatitis (35 patients), Irritant Contact Dermatitis (123 patients) and Atopic Dermatitis (24 patients). They applied the test formulation for maximum 8 weeks 1-2 times a day. The symptoms were evaluated randomly by a dermatologist at day 0, week 4 and week 8. The following symptoms were evaluated: dryness, desquamation, erythema, puritis and fissuring. For rating the following scale was used:

Dermatitis is a general term that describes a common skin irritation. It has many causes and forms and usually involves itchy, dry skin or a rash. Or it might cause the skin to blister, ooze, crust, or flake off. Three common types of this condition are atopic dermatitis (eczema), seborrheic dermatitis and contact dermatitis.

Essential Ceramides

Ceramides are lipids that are similar to that which your skin produces naturally. They also act like the glue that holds the skin cells together.

When ceramides are depleted in the skin, they may become dry, itchy, dull and may, over time, start to crack.

Ceramides are suitable for all skin types because they are almost bio-identical to your skin’s lipid barrier. Ceramides improve the skin’s barrier function.

3 Essential Ceramides

Ceramides are designed to restore and repair the skin barrier, relieve dryness and help reduce sensitivity. 

Ceramides improve the hydration capability of the skin.

The gaps between the skin cells are filled by essential 3-ceramides resulting in the replenishment of lost ceramides, a reduction in inflammation and sealing in moisture.