Ceramide 3 Powder

Ceramide 3, also known as Ceramide NP, is one of the most studied and widely used ceramide types in skincare formulation. Structurally, it is N-stearoyl phytosphingosine - a phytosphingosine backbone acylated with stearic acid - and it makes up a significant portion of the ceramide pool found naturally in the skin's outermost layer. Because ceramide NP works in synergy with other ceramide types and skin lipids, it has become the standard reference ingredient for barrier-repair formulations across the industry.

Sheerherb's Ceramide 3 Powder is produced through controlled synthesis, with purity and identity confirmed by HPLC on every batch. We supply cosmetic formulators, skincare brands, and OEM/ODM manufacturers sourcing ceramide NP raw material for barrier-repair and moisturizing product lines.

Item	Detail
INCI Name	Ceramide NP (Ceramide 3)
Appearance	White to off-white waxy powder
Assay	95% / 98% / 99% (customizable)
Test Method	HPLC
CAS No.	100403-19-8
Molecular Formula	C₃₆H₇₁NO₄
Solubility	Oil-soluble; requires emulsification for water-based systems
Heavy Metals / Microbial Limits	Meets standard international cosmetic-grade limits
Shelf Life	24 months when stored properly
Storage	Cool, dry place, protected from direct light and heat
Certification	ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HALAL, Kosher, GMP

Custom purity levels can be arranged for specific formulation needs - request a sample before confirming your order.

 

 

Ceramide 3 Powder is valued mainly for its structural role in the skin's lipid barrier, which underpins most of its functional positioning:

1. Skin Barrier Repair Formulations

As a major component of the stratum corneum's natural lipid structure, ceramide NP is the primary ingredient in barrier-repair moisturizers, creams, and serums.

2. Moisture Retention & Anti-Dryness Positioning

Its water-retention properties support use in products targeting dry, dehydrated, or environmentally stressed skin.

3. Anti-Aging & Mature Skin Category

Its role in reinforcing barrier strength makes it a common ingredient in anti-aging formulas targeting fine lines, sagging, and reduced skin resilience.

4. Sensitive Skin & Baby Care Applications

Ceramide NP is well tolerated at low concentrations, making it suitable for sensitive-skin and baby-care formulations where gentleness is a priority.

Skincare Formulation

Used at 0.5–2% in barrier-repair moisturizers, and at lower concentrations (0.1–0.5%) in sensitive-skin and baby-care products, where clinically effective results have been shown even at reduced dosing.

Multi-Ceramide Complex Systems
Frequently combined with other ceramide types (such as Ceramide AP or EOP) in defined ratio systems to more closely mimic the skin's natural lamellar lipid structure.

Hair Care

Its conditioning properties support inclusion in hair-care formulations targeting smoothness, shine, and manageability.

 

Sheerherb has been producing Ceramide 3 Powder for years and is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HALAL, Kosher, and GMP standards. As a supplier serving cosmetic formulators worldwide, we keep pricing competitive without compromising on purity - no unlisted additives, no shortcuts on testing.

We operate our own production facility and R&D team, which means formulation questions, custom specifications, and sample requests are handled in-house rather than passed through a third party - giving you faster turnaround and more control over the final spec.

If you're comparing Ceramide 3 Powder wholesale prices or need a Ceramide NP supplier for OEM/private label skincare production, contact chriswang@sheerherb.com for current pricing, COA samples, and a formal quote.