How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Kojic Acid first, then Ceramides, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Kojic Acid1% – 2%, 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 Kojic Acid does
Derived from fungi used in rice wine and soy sauce production, kojic acid blocks the enzyme that makes melanin. It is effective on dark spots but can cause contact sensitivity in some people.
- Typical strength
- 1% – 2%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Normal, Oily And Combination skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Ceramides and Kojic Acid together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Ceramides and Kojic Acid, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Ceramides or Kojic Acid?
Apply Kojic 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 Kojic Acid in the morning or at night?
Kojic Acid: works morning or night. Patch test first. Use once daily at first, then build up.
Is Ceramides with Kojic Acid safe during pregnancy?
Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Kojic Acid. Check with your doctor.