How to use them
Use them in the same routine at night. Apply Glycolic Acid first, then Ceramides, moving from thinnest to thickest texture.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Glycolic Acid5% – 10%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Ceramidesvaries
- 4Moisturiserseal everything in
What Ceramides does
Lipids that make up about half of your skin barrier. Topping them up reduces water loss, stinging and flakiness, which makes ceramides the best friend of anyone using retinoids or acids.
- Typical strength
- varies
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Dry, Sensitive, Normal, Combination And Oily skin
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What Glycolic Acid does
The smallest alpha-hydroxy acid, so it penetrates deepest. It dissolves the bonds between dead skin cells for smoother, brighter skin and fades marks, but it is the AHA most likely to sting.
- Typical strength
- 5% – 10%
- When
- PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Normal, Oily And Combination skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Ceramides and Glycolic Acid together?
Yes, and they work even better together. Ceramides cushions Glycolic Acid: it hydrates and supports the barrier while the active does its work. That means less irritation and better results.
Which goes first, Ceramides or Glycolic Acid?
Apply Glycolic Acid first, then Ceramides. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Ceramides in the morning or at night?
Ceramides: works morning or night. Use as your moisturiser step, morning and night. On nights with actives, you can buffer by applying a ceramide cream first.
Should I use Glycolic Acid in the morning or at night?
Glycolic Acid: best at night. Use 2–3 nights a week after cleansing. Skip it on nights you use retinoids. Sunscreen is non-negotiable because AHAs raise sun sensitivity.