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In the world of skincare, we have moved past the obsession with 'stripping' the skin and entered the era of Barrier Restoration. The powerhouse ingredient you’ve likely seen on every label: Ceramides.
But what exactly are they? Think of your skin cells as bricks; ceramides are the glue that holds them together. Without them, your skin becomes a hole from which moisture escapes and irritants, bacteria, and pollutants get in. If you’ve ever struggled with persistent dryness, redness, your ceramide levels are likely low. Here is everything you need to know about the lipids that keep your skin’s immune system intact.
Ceramides are long-chain fatty acids (lipids) that make up about 50% of your skin’s outer layer (the stratum corneum). Their primary job is to create a waterproof layer that protects your internal layers of skin.
When we over-exfoliate, our natural ceramide production drops. By age 30, you have lost about 40% of your skin's natural ceramides; by age 40, that number jumps to 60%. This depletion doesn't just lead to wrinkles—it weakens the skin's ability to act as a physical barrier for your immune system.
For maximum absorption, look for products that contain a 'Golden Ratio' of lipids:
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