Ceramide Skincare

Ceramide creams, serums and cleansers that strengthen the skin barrier. Ideal for dry, sensitive and easily irritated skin.

Ceramide skincare to strengthen your skin barrier

Ceramides are lipids, or fats, that occur naturally in the outer layer of the skin. Together with cholesterol and fatty acids, they act like the mortar between bricks, holding skin cells together and keeping moisture in and irritants out. When ceramide levels drop, due to age, harsh cleansing, over-exfoliation or cold weather, skin can feel dry, tight and sensitive. Skincare with ceramides helps replenish this barrier.

Signs your skin barrier needs support

• Skin feels tight, especially after cleansing.
• Products that used to feel fine now sting.
• You notice flaking, roughness or redness.
• Your skin looks dull despite using moisturiser.

How to use ceramide products

Ceramides are most often found in moisturisers, serums and cleansers. They are gentle, suitable for all skin types and can be used morning and evening. They pair especially well with hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and cholesterol, and they are a great companion to stronger actives such as retinol or exfoliating acids, because they help offset dryness. If your skin barrier feels compromised, pause harsh actives for a while and focus on gentle cleansing, ceramides and sunscreen.

Who benefits most?

Dry, mature, sensitive and dehydrated skin types benefit most, but anyone can use ceramides, including oily skin, which can still be dehydrated.

Brands in this collection

Discover ceramide skincare from Elizabeth Arden, whose ceramide capsules are a long-standing favourite, as well as Cosrx, Anua, #OOTD, Mario Badescu, Alpha-H and Bio Balance.

Frequently asked questions

Can ceramides clog pores?

Ceramides themselves are skin-identical and are generally well tolerated. Check that the full formula suits your skin type.

How long does it take to repair the skin barrier?

Many people notice their skin feeling more comfortable within a couple of weeks of a gentle, ceramide-rich routine.

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