The molecules behind hydration.
Simple explanations first, technical detail second. General ingredient evidence is not the same as evidence for a finished Venvia product.
Ceramides NP AP and EOP
Ceramides are a family of lipids found in the outer skin layer. NP, AP and EOP identify different types used in cosmetic formulations.
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Cholesterol is one of the lipids involved in the outer skin layer. Its use in a topical product is a different subject from blood cholesterol.
Read morePhytosphingosine
Phytosphingosine is a sphingolipid-related ingredient that may appear with ceramides and cholesterol.
Read moreNiacinamide
Niacinamide, or nicotinamide, is a form of vitamin B3 used in topical skincare.
Read morePanthenol
Panthenol is a provitamin B5 ingredient used in skincare.
Read moreHyaluronic acid and sodium hyaluronate
Hyaluronic acid is a water-binding molecule; sodium hyaluronate is its sodium salt.
Read moreSqualane
Squalane is an emollient used to help soften and smooth the skin surface. It is distinct from squalene.
Read moreGlycerin
Glycerin, also called glycerol, is a widely used humectant.
Read moreSodium PCA
Sodium PCA is a salt of pyrrolidone carboxylic acid used as a skin-conditioning humectant.
Read moreEctoine
Ectoine is a water-binding osmolyte used in some skincare formulations.
Read moreBeta-glucan
Beta-glucans are a group of molecules whose source and structure can differ.
Read moreAllantoin
Allantoin is used in cosmetics as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
Read more3 skin-identical ceramides + cholesterol
The formulation story behind the Venvia Barrier Support Moisturizer, which is still in development. These are brand-provided highlights, not a complete final ingredient list.
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