Ceramides Infused
Skincare Products from CeraVe

What are Ceramides?

Ceramides are naturally occurring fats or lipids found in the outer layer of the skin. Skin cells are like bricks while ceramides are like the mortar that holds them together. They protect the skin from dryness and infections. They comprise 30-40% of the skin’s outermost layer and play a crucial role in its natural barrier function. Using ceramides for the skin is beneficial as they help retain the skin’s moisture levels and restrict the entry of germs into the body.

Role of Ceramides in the skin's natural barrier

The skin's natural barrier is a protective layer that maintains the skin's overall health and appearance. Indulging in Ceramide skin care can help protect the natural skin barrier that serves as the first line of defence against external pollution and toxins. Ceramides form a waterproof seal that locks the moisture in the skin and prevents the loss of essential nutrients.

Ceramide skincare offers many benefits to the skin, which are listed below:
• Improving the health of skin cells
• Prevent the moisture from leaving the skin by strengthening the natural barrier
• Preventing dryness and irritation
• Shielding the skin from environmental damage
• Serving as the first line of defence against the allergy and infection-causing germs like bacteria and fungi
• Keeping the skin moist and supple, hence, maintaining a youthful glow.

Types of Ceramides

Natural ceramides are naturally present in the outermost layer of the skin while synthetic ceramides or pseudo ceramides are man-made, more stable and free from contaminants. Synthetic ceramides for the skin are primarily found as ingredients in skincare products.

Ceramides are made up of a substance called sphingosine, which is a chain of carbon atoms with an amino acid attached to it. Depending on the form of sphingosine and fatty acid, ceramides can be classified into 12 types, named ceramides 1-12.

CeraVe is a skincare brand that has formulated skincare products enriched with three essential ceramides for the skin. Interestingly, CeraVe skincare products contain type 1 or EOS or NP, 3 and 6-II or AP.

Here’s how you can incorporate Ceramides into your daily skincare routine

Although ceramides are naturally present in your skin, the levels can decrease due to ageing and other factors. For instance, a decrease in the level of certain types of ceramides (1-6) can leave the skin dry. However, you can restore the ceramides in your skin with the help of CeraVe skincare products as they are rich in three essential ceramides (Type 1, Type 3 and Type 6-II ). These products are specifically meant to supplement the skin’s natural ceramide production.

To get started on your CeraVe skincare journey, begin your morning or evening skincare routine with a ceramide cleanser to gently cleanse your skin without hurting the skin’s natural barrier. Follow it up with the CeraVe ceramide moisturizer, which will not only instantly hydrate the skin but also lock the moisture for a long time.