How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Panthenol first, then Ceramides, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Panthenol1% – 5%, 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 Panthenol does
Pro-vitamin B5. It draws in moisture, calms redness and speeds up barrier repair. It shows up in "recovery" creams for good reason.
- Typical strength
- 1% – 5%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Sensitive, Dry, Normal, Combination And Oily skin
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Trying to choose one? Read Ceramides vs Panthenol: which is better for your skin.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Ceramides and Panthenol together?
Yes, and they work even better together. Both are gentle, barrier-friendly ingredients. Layering them gives you extra hydration and comfort with no conflict at all.
Which goes first, Ceramides or Panthenol?
Apply Panthenol 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 Panthenol in the morning or at night?
Panthenol: works morning or night. Use daily. It is especially useful after over-exfoliation or sunburn.