Ceramides help your skin hold moisture & prevent the breakdown of collagen.
Ceramide-2 is a waxy lipid that helps your skin hold moisture and prevent the breakdown of collagen, which is a key structural component of your skin. Ceramides reside in the outermost layer of skin: the epidermis. They are responsible for the protection of the skin barrier from water loss by combining with cholesterol and other fatty acids. This combination creates a hydrophobic layer that both repels exterior water and keeps interior moisture within the skin. Furthermore, ceramides help your skin maintain its integrity; when this barrier breaks down, dryness, damage, and sores can arise.
When used topically, ceramides can have several benefits. However, it should be noted that there are risk factors associated with a high intake of foods that contain ceramides一 ceramides used in this manner have been linked to heart disease. On the other hand, when used topically, ceramides can be extremely good for the skin. Some benefits include:
- Reduction in acne symptoms
- Reducing redness and irritation
- Improvement for eczema, rosacea, and dermatitis sufferers
- Relief for skin dryness
- Prevention of dry skin
- Decreasing inflammation in the skin
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