QV Ceramides Cream 500g
QV
€17.33
Rich and restorative cream helps support the skin barrier and hydrates the skin for a smooth, glowing complexion
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QV Ceramides Cream 500g is a rich moisturiser formulated to repair and strengthen the skin barrier for dry, sensitive skin. It combines three types of ceramides (EOP, NP and AP) with hydrating glycerin and niacinamide (vitamin B3) to lock in moisture for 24-hour hydration, on the face and body.
Why choose QV Ceramides Cream
Ceramides are not an added extra - they are part of what skin is made of. They are the lipids that hold the outer skin cells together, and when that barrier is depleted, water escapes and irritants get in. That is the mechanism behind dry, reactive, eczema-prone skin. Using three ceramide types (EOP, NP and AP) reflects the fact that the barrier is not built from a single lipid.
The other two actives do different jobs, and the combination is the point. Glycerin is a humectant, drawing water into the skin for lasting moisture, while niacinamide (vitamin B3) supports barrier health itself. One adds water, one helps the skin hold onto it - which is why the result is stated as 24-hour hydration rather than immediate relief that fades by lunchtime.
It is a rich cream, and choosing correctly between rich and light matters more than brand loyalty. Rich suits genuinely compromised, flaking or very dry skin, hands and feet, and overnight use; a lighter lotion suits daily all-over moisturising and skin that just needs maintenance. The 500g tub is the size for whole-body use rather than a face-only jar, and it is dermatologist recommended.
Key features
- 3 types of ceramides (EOP, NP and AP) to help repair the skin barrier
- Hydrating glycerin for lasting moisture
- Niacinamide (vitamin B3) to support skin barrier health
- 24-hour hydration
- Suitable for face and body
- Rich formulation for dry, sensitive or barrier-compromised skin
- Dermatologist recommended
- 500g
Specifications
| Product | QV Ceramides Cream |
| Size | 500g |
| Key actives | Ceramides (EOP, NP, AP), glycerin, niacinamide (vitamin B3) |
| Texture | Rich cream |
| Use on | Face and body |
| Hydration | 24-hour |
| Skin types | Dry, sensitive, barrier-compromised |
| Recommended by | Dermatologists |
Common uses
It is chosen for skin that has stopped coping - winter dryness, eczema-prone and reactive skin, hands that are washed constantly, and anywhere the barrier needs rebuilding rather than just topping up. Where you want something lighter for daily all-over use, QV Skin Lotion 1L is the fast-absorbing option and many households run both: lotion daily, this cream on the problem areas. Pair it with a soap-free wash such as QV Gentle Wash, since soap undoes barrier repair faster than any cream rebuilds it. See the full Ego Pharmaceuticals range.
QV Ceramides Cream FAQs
What are ceramides and why do they matter?
Ceramides are lipids that hold the outer skin cells together and form the skin barrier. When they are depleted, water is lost from the skin and irritants penetrate more easily - which is what makes skin dry, itchy and reactive. Replacing them supports the barrier rather than just coating it.
Why three types of ceramides?
Because the skin barrier is not made from one lipid. This cream uses ceramide EOP, NP and AP, reflecting the mix found in skin rather than relying on a single type.
What does the niacinamide do?
Niacinamide (vitamin B3) supports skin barrier health, working alongside the ceramides that rebuild it and the glycerin that draws water in. The three ingredients address different parts of the same problem, which is why they are combined.
Can I use it on my face?
Yes, it is suitable for face and body. It is a rich cream, so some people prefer it overnight on the face and a lighter product during the day - particularly under makeup or in humid weather.
How is it different from QV Skin Lotion?
This is the rich, barrier-repair formulation with ceramides and niacinamide, for skin that is dry, sensitive or compromised. QV Skin Lotion is lightweight and fast-absorbing for daily all-over moisturising. Rich for repair, light for maintenance - and plenty of people use both.
When should I see a doctor?
If skin is cracked, weeping, bleeding or infected, if eczema is not controlled by moisturising, or if a rash is spreading or came on suddenly. A moisturiser supports the barrier - it does not treat infection, and it is not a substitute for prescribed eczema treatment.
For external use only. Discontinue use if irritation occurs. A moisturiser supports the skin barrier but does not treat infection or replace prescribed treatment for eczema, dermatitis or other skin conditions. Seek advice from your doctor, pharmacist or dermatologist for skin that is cracked, weeping, infected, or not responding to moisturising, and for any new, spreading or sudden rash.
| Brand | QV |
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