Information on Ceramides, Panthenol, Squalane, and Niacinamide Types and Usage Rates

Asked by: atc.sale72 On: July 03, 2025 Product Type: Cosmetics

Question

Could you please provide details on the following:

  • What types of Ceramides are available?
  • What is the percentage of each type of Ceramide?
  • What are the supplier's recommended usage percentages for each Ceramide type?
  • What are the recommended usage percentages for Panthenol, Squalane, and Niacinamide?

Answer

Ceramide, Panthenol, Squalane, and Niacinamide Information

We offer a variety of ceramide products, including individual ceramides and ceramide complexes with different compositions and concentrations. Here is a summary of some of our ceramide offerings and their recommended usage rates:

  • Skin-Barrier™ (Skin Mimic Ceramides Liposome): This is a liposomal complex containing various ceramides, cholesterol, and phytosphingosine. Recommended usage is 1-15% (5% for general skin care, 10% for dry skin, 15% for problem/irritated skin).
  • Ceramide 3 (Ceramide NP): A powder with over 90% purity. Recommended usage is 0.01-0.2% (0.1% recommended).
  • Cera-Flux V (Water Dispersible Ceramide Complex, 3 Types): A complex containing Ceramide NP (1%), Ceramide AP (0.5%), and Ceramide EOP (0.001%), with a total ceramide concentration of 1.5%. Recommended usage is 1-15% (5% recommended).
  • Ceramide 6-II (Ceramide AP): A powder with over 90% purity. Recommended usage is 0.01-0.2% (0.1% recommended).
  • Cera-Flux VX (Water Dispersible Ceramide Complex, 5 Types): This complex contains Ceramide NS/NG (0.42%), Ceramide AS (0.36%), Ceramide NP (0.26%), Ceramide AP (0.08%), and Ceramide EOP (0.08%), along with phytosphingosine and cholesterol. Recommended usage is 1-15% (5% recommended).
  • Ceracare™ NP50 (Water/Oil Dispersible Ceramide NP): Contains 50% Ceramide NP encapsulated in a solid lipid carrier. Recommended usage is 0.1-0.5% (0.2% recommended).
  • Ceracare™ Oil (Clear Oil Ceramide, 2% Minimum Ceramide): A clear oil containing a minimum of 2% total ceramides (Ceramide NP, AP, EOP) plus phytosphingosine. Recommended usage is 0.1-3%.
  • Ceramide EOP (90% Powder): A powder with 90% purity. Recommended usage is 0.01-0.2% (0.1% recommended). Formulation guidelines suggest 0.1-0.5% of the active ceramide EOP.

For other ingredients you asked about, typical recommended usage rates are:

  • Panthenol (Vitamin B5): Generally used at 0.5% to 5%. We offer Panthenol in both powder and liquid forms, such as Panthenol (Vitamin B5, DL-Panthenol, Powder) and D-Panthenol Care (Pro-Vitamin B5, 100% Liquid).
  • Squalane: Typically used at 1% to 10%, and can be used up to 100% in oil-based formulas. Our Squalane (Olive) is a popular choice.
  • Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): Commonly used at 1% to 10%. Our Safe-B3™ (Vitamin B3, Niacinamide) is a widely used option.

You can find links to all mentioned products below this answer.

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