Phytosphingosine is a natural, skin-identical sphingolipid (long-chain amino alcohol) found in the upper skin layers that reinforces the skin barrier, reduces inflammation, and inhibits bacteria. It works by stimulating ceramide synthesis to boost hydration, improve elasticity, and manage conditions like acne and eczema. Applications include serums, moisturizers, anti-aging creams, and skincare for sensitive skin.
Description
Definition: A key component of sphingolipids (specifically ceramides) in the human stratum corneum.
Structure: A type of fat (sphingoid base) often called hydroxysphinganine or D-ribo-phytosphingosine (C18H39NO3).
Source: Derived via yeast fermentation or plant-based sources, but occurs naturally in human skin.
Function
Barrier Restoration: Promotes ceramide synthesis to strengthen the skin barrier, reducing trans-epidermal water loss (TEWL).
Anti-inflammatory: Inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines (e.g., IL-1α) to calm red, irritated, or sensitive skin.
Antimicrobial: Effectively fights bacteria, specifically Propionibacterium acnes and Staphylococcus aureus.
Anti-aging & Hydration: Improves skin elasticity and enhances hydration, often used in 0.05% to 1% concentrations.
Application
Skincare (Cosmeceuticals): Found in serums, creams, and cleansers targeting acne, eczema, rosacea, and dry skin.
Haircare: Used in scalp-care products to balance the microbiome and reduce inflammation.
Pharmaceuticals/Research: Utilized in treatments for skin disorders and studies involving cell signaling/cancer.
Food Industry: Used as a natural preservative.
Our Advantages
Sample Provided
Quality Assured
Short-term Delivery
Company Profile
We focus on cosmetic active ingredients, bioactive materials, and plant extracts. In cosmetics, we develop high-purity, high-stability and skin-friendly active ingredients with anti-aging, moisturizing, repairing and brightening effects through biosynthesis, meeting the demand for natural and efficient raw materials in the global beauty industry. In bioactive raw materials, we provide safe and stable products for functional food, health care and biomedical fields. In plant extracts, we strictly develop and produce high-quality APIs, supporting drug R&D and human health.
In addition, we have strong capabilities in customized peptide synthesis. We have a professional R&D team and an advanced synthesis platform, providing one-stop customized services covering linear peptides, complex cyclic peptides, peptide encapsulation and modification.
Packaging & Shipping
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can you provide samples?
A: Yes! It is available, you can contact our sales team.
Q2: What is your MOQ?
A: For most products, there is no minimum requirement, and for customized products, we will analyse it on a case by case basis.
Q3: How to confirm the product quality before placing order?
A: The batch COA report before shipping will be provided, and the pre-shipment samples are also available.
Q4: What is the delivery time?
A: Generally, for small order, 5-7 days after order confirmed and payment sent, and 15 days for the larger order.
Q5: What documents you can provide?
A: COA/MSDS and other specific documents if necessary.
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