Ceramides are fatty acids that comprise half of your skin’s outer layer. Ceramides play an important role in keeping your skin hydrated and preventing bacteria from invading your skin.

The benefits of ceramides

• Boost hydration. Ceramides lock in moisture, so they’re especially helpful during cold months

• Reduce premature aging. Your body’s ceramide production decreases with age, leading to dry skin and wrinkles.

• Soothes irritation. Those with sensitive, inflamed skin or conditions like eczemacan benefit from ceramides’ moisturizing, soothing properties.

• Reduces harmful bacteria. Ceramides have antibacterial properties, so they might help prevent infections or acne outbreaks.

• Balance your skin’s pH. Your skin is healthiest at a pH of around 5.5. The application of a ceramide moisturiser can balance skin pH for up to 24 hours.

 

Ceramide products we recommend 

 

Verso Nourishing Mask

Nourish and replenish the appearance of your skin overnight. Promotes natural skin protection, resulting in healthy-looking skin with an increased glow.

Contains ingredients with skin-strengthening properties to promote a smooth and healthy-looking skin. It is formulated with a Ceramide complex with a natural skin-protecting effect and is essential to maintain a healthy-looking skin.

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Sunday Riley ICE Moisturiser

Along with moisturising coconut extract and smoothing beetroot extract, this cream is powered by ceramides. These lipids, which the skin produces to boost its natural barrier, can help to keep the complexion looking smooth and feeling hydrated and comfortable. Red algae extract works to lock in moisture, and pomegranate sterols deliver antioxidant protection.

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