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Ceramides

Also known as: Ceramide Complex

Lipids that make up ~50% of the skin barrier. Restoring ceramides improves water retention and reduces transepidermal water loss. Look for ceramide NP, AP, EOP, NS, and phytosphingosine in moisturisers for barrier repair.

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