CERAMIDES
Lipid molecules that help restore and maintain the skin barrier.
ORIGIN OF MOLECULE: Naturally present in human skin; also derived from plant oils. Very clean; high-purity cosmetic-grade ceramides are well-tolerated.
ACTIVITY ON SKIN: Barrier repair, hydration retention, anti-inflammatory. Strengthens the skin’s protective layer and prevents moisture loss.
Ceramides
EFFICACY STUDIES: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6791254/
SAFETY DATA: https://cosmeticsinfo.org/ingredient/ceramides/