Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
We dive deep into the complicated science of ceramides (NP, AP, EOP) in your barrier creams, explaining the complex nomenclature and how different ceramide types function in the skin. We compare the ceramide blends found in 10 popular moisturizers and reveal the winning factors to look for when you're shopping: known percentages and clinical testing. Plus, we explore supporting ingredients like Meadowfoam Estolide and Phytosphingosine, giving you a peek behind the curtain of how these popular moisturizers are formulated.
00:00 Ceramides in products!
01:34 What are Ceramides: A quick refresher on confusing skincare science
02:43 Ceramide Nomenclature Explained: N, A, E, P, and why the letters changed
04:55 Ceramide Function in Skin: How N, A, and E types help your barrier
07:40 Ceramide Murder Mystery Map: Comparing ceramides in 10 popular barrier creams
11:09 How to Shop for Ceramide Moisturizers: Known percentages and clinical data
18:23 Formulating with Ceramides: Balm Voyage (1% pure Ceramide NP) vs. Mr. Reliable (Blend)
22:44 Meadowfoam Estolide (MEADOWESTOLIDE®): Data on a ceramide-supporting ingredient
25:37 Pseudo-Ceramide? Hydroxypropyl Bispalmidamide MEA (Ceramide PC 104) analysis
30:28 Cholesterol vs. Phytosterols in Barrier Creams: What you need to know
31:47 Phytosphingosine and Acne: An unexpected lipid for breakout-prone skin
Products Discussed this 2025 Podcast Season *a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist. shopmy.us/collections/1280514
Recommended 30 for 30 Sunscreens 2025 *a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist. shopmy.us/collections/1766357
Product Shoutout: Blank Slate Gentle Gel Cleanser chemistconfessions.com/products/blank-slate-cleanser
Enrichment Content: Sunscreen Layering Guide youtube.com/watch?v=IQ0Dlb0WXvc
Do We Absorb Sunscreen Filters into Our Bloodstreams? chemistconfessions.com/blogs/controversy-corner-do-we-absorb-sunscreen-filters-into-our-bloodstreams
Follow us: IG: / chemist.confessions INTERWEB: chemistconfessions.com TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@chemistconfes...
Skincare questions for the podcast? Leave your question in the comments and it could be featured in our next episode! #chemistconfessions #skincarescience #chemistconfessionspodcast #skincarehacks
We dive deep into the complicated science of ceramides (NP, AP, EOP) in your barrier creams, explaining the complex nomenclature and how different ceramide types function in the skin. We compare the ceramide blends found in 10 popular moisturizers and reveal the winning factors to look for when you're shopping: known percentages and clinical testing. Plus, we explore supporting ingredients like Meadowfoam Estolide and Phytosphingosine, giving you a peek behind the curtain of how these popular moisturizers are formulated.
00:00 Ceramides in products!
01:34 What are Ceramides: A quick refresher on confusing skincare science
02:43 Ceramide Nomenclature Explained: N, A, E, P, and why the letters changed
04:55 Ceramide Function in Skin: How N, A, and E types help your barrier
07:40 Ceramide Murder Mystery Map: Comparing ceramides in 10 popular barrier creams
11:09 How to Shop for Ceramide Moisturizers: Known percentages and clinical data
18:23 Formulating with Ceramides: Balm Voyage (1% pure Ceramide NP) vs. Mr. Reliable (Blend)
22:44 Meadowfoam Estolide (MEADOWESTOLIDE®): Data on a ceramide-supporting ingredient
25:37 Pseudo-Ceramide? Hydroxypropyl Bispalmidamide MEA (Ceramide PC 104) analysis
30:28 Cholesterol vs. Phytosterols in Barrier Creams: What you need to know
31:47 Phytosphingosine and Acne: An unexpected lipid for breakout-prone skin
Products Discussed this 2025 Podcast Season *a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist. shopmy.us/collections/1280514
Recommended 30 for 30 Sunscreens 2025 *a small portion of your purchase through these links goes to feeding a chemist. shopmy.us/collections/1766357
Product Shoutout: Blank Slate Gentle Gel Cleanser chemistconfessions.com/products/blank-slate-cleanser
Enrichment Content: Sunscreen Layering Guide youtube.com/watch?v=IQ0Dlb0WXvc
Do We Absorb Sunscreen Filters into Our Bloodstreams? chemistconfessions.com/blogs/controversy-corner-do-we-absorb-sunscreen-filters-into-our-bloodstreams
Follow us: IG: / chemist.confessions INTERWEB: chemistconfessions.com TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@chemistconfes...
Skincare questions for the podcast? Leave your question in the comments and it could be featured in our next episode! #chemistconfessions #skincarescience #chemistconfessionspodcast #skincarehacks
