Ceramides

TYPE OF INGREDIENT

Moisturizer 

COMMONLY FOUND IN

Moisturizers, serums, toners, cleansers

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF CERAMIDES?

Ceramides help strengthen the skin barrier and prevent transepidermal water loss, or water loss from the outermost layer of the skin. A decrease in the ceramide content of skin can lead to skin irritation, dryness and eczema flares. 

WHAT ARE CERAMIDES?

Ceramides are lipids, or fats, that make up part of the skin’s outermost layer, the stratum corneum. They play an essential role in maintaining the skin barrier function. While naturally-derived ceramides are found in the skin, synthetic ceramides are commonly used in skincare products. 

ARE CERAMIDES SAFE FOR ALL SKIN TYPES AND TONES? 

Yes

CONTRAINDICATIONS

None

SOURCES

1. Meckfessel MH, Brandt S. The structure, function, and importance of ceramides in skin and their use as therapeutic agents in skin-care products. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2014 Jul;71(1):177-84. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2014.01.891. Epub 2014 Mar 20. PMID: 24656726.
2. Kono T, Miyachi Y, Kawashima M. Clinical significance of the water retention and barrier function-improving capabilities of ceramide-containing formulations: A qualitative review. J Dermatol. 2021 Dec;48(12):1807-1816. doi: 10.1111/1346-8138.16175. Epub 2021 Oct 1. PMID: 34596254; PMCID: PMC9293121.
3. Coderch L, López O, de la Maza A, Parra JL. Ceramides and skin function. Am J Clin Dermatol. 2003;4(2):107-29. doi: 10.2165/00128071-200304020-00004. PMID: 12553851.