The Benefits of Ceramides: Strengthen Your Skin Barrier Naturally

What are Ceramides? 

• Definition: Ceramides are form of fats known to exist abundantly in the outer most layers of skin.

• Function: They are very crucial in providing the skin barrier and also in the hold of water content within the skin.

Benefits of Ceramides 

Restores Skin Barrier: They are vital in skin repair and in the formation of our main skin protective barrier against the invasion of toxins and chemicals.

• Locks in Moisture: Prevents skin dryness hence keeping the skin looking young and not dry.

• Reduces Sensitivity: Reduces the chances of skin sensitivity making the skin stronger and less sensitive.

• Anti-Aging: Reduces the lines, and wrinkles on the skin as it assists in maintaining the elasticity and moisture of the skin.

Soothes Dry Skin: Especially applicable for diseases such as eczema and psoriasis because of the emollient characteristic.

All You Need to Know About Ceramides 

• Cleanser: Start with a non-irritating soap that does not dry out the skin which is a requirement for most people with acne.

Seraphil’s Tip: To wash your skin try our Salicylic Acid Facewash and do not compromise on skin barrier. 

• Toner: It is advisable to use a moisturizing toner to prepare the skin for absorption of the ceramides which can be gotten from a variety of natural sources.

• Serum: This product type should be applied in a serum form and enriched with ceramides for focused moisturization and reinforcement of the skin’s outer shield.

Seraphil’s Tip: It is advisable to follow it up with our Vitamin C Serum known to be suitable for use with ceramides. 

• Moisturizer: Lock in the moisture with a moisturizer that has ceramide in it for the skin.

Seraphil’s Tip: The ingredient combination of ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and peptides in our Moisturizer helps to improve skin hydration as well as the skin barrier.