Ceramides

Imagine ceramides as the essential mortar that holds your skin cell “bricks” together. These crucial lipids are a natural and vital component of your skin’s barrier, forming the very foundation of healthy, resilient skin. They are, quite simply, what keeps your skin protected and acting as it should.

The primary job of ceramides is to seal moisture into your skin and prevent it from escaping, while simultaneously blocking external irritants like pollutants and bacteria from getting in. When ceramide levels are low—due to aging, harsh weather, or over-cleansing—this protective barrier becomes weak, leading directly to dryness, sensitivity, itchiness, and irritation.

Using products with ceramides is beneficial for all skin types, but it is an absolute necessity for anyone with dry, dehydrated, sensitive, or compromised skin. The most effective way to replenish them is with a ceramide-rich moisturizer as the final step in your nighttime routine. This will lock in all the benefits of your other products and give your skin the tools it needs to repair and rebuild itself overnight.