In our tireless quest to formulate products for achieving flawless skin, we encounter many ingredients that promise miraculous results. However, among them, one stands out deserving our attention: ceramides. These molecules have a significant impact on skin health, transforming its appearance remarkably.
What Are Ceramides?
Ceramides are natural lipids found in the outermost layer of the skin, known as the epidermal barrier. They are essential components of this barrier, acting as a protective shield against external elements such as pollution, UV rays, and environmental irritants. Imagine them as glue holding the cells of our skin together!
Ceramides help maintain hydrated, smooth, and flexible skin by preventing moisture loss and strengthening the skin barrier. For example, if we encounter eczema or psoriasis in any area of the skin, it means that it has fewer ceramides.
According to the INCI, there are different types of ceramides distinguished by numbers, letters, or a combination of both. In total, there are 9 types of ceramides, with the most common ones in cosmetics being NS, NP, AP, and EOP.
Benefits of Ceramides for the Skin
Ceramides have emollient, regenerative, and anti-inflammatory properties, resulting in numerous benefits for the skin.
- Deep hydration: By strengthening the skin barrier, ceramides help retain moisture, keeping the skin hydrated and preventing dryness and flakiness.
- Protection against environmental aggressors: Ceramides shield the skin from damage caused by external factors such as the sun, wind, and pollution.
- Reduction of skin sensitivity: Their regenerative properties help reduce sensitivity and irritation, providing relief to sensitive or reactive skin.
- Improvement of skin elasticity and firmness: Ceramides contribute to a firmer and smoother appearance by reducing elasticity loss and preventing wrinkle formation.
How to Incorporate Ceramides into Your Skincare Routine?
Elastic and hydrated skin is directly proportional to its good balance. Therefore, it’s crucial to use the right products in all stages of your skincare routine. Ceramides play a fundamental role in preventing dry, lined, and dull skin.
Look for toners and cleansers containing this ingredient to help restore the skin barrier. Equally important is choosing serums, essences, and creams containing ceramides as a key ingredient to provide deep hydration. We recommend Stem Cell + Ceramide Peptide Cream, an ultra-nourishing cream that will radically transform your skin.
It’s advisable to give your skin an extra boost by using facial masks enriched with ceramides.
Now that you know a bit more about ceramides, don’t underestimate the power of these tiny molecules to transform your skin.
