How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Sulfur first, then Ceramides, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Sulfur3% – 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 Sulfur does
An old-school acne fighter that dries out oily spots, gently exfoliates and has antibacterial and antifungal activity. It is gentler than benzoyl peroxide for many people, though it has a distinctive smell.
- Typical strength
- 3% – 10%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Oily, Combination And Sensitive skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Ceramides and Sulfur together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Ceramides and Sulfur, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Ceramides or Sulfur?
Apply Sulfur 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 Sulfur in the morning or at night?
Sulfur: works morning or night. Use as a spot treatment, a clay mask or a short-contact wash. It can be drying, so moisturise afterwards.
Is Ceramides with Sulfur safe during pregnancy?
Neither is a known risk in normal cosmetic amounts, but guidance varies for Sulfur. Check with your doctor.