ceramide

noun cer·amide \ ˈsir-ə-ˌmīd , ˈser- \

Updated on: 4 Apr 2018

Definition of ceramide

: any of various lipids formed by linking a fatty acid to sphingosine and found widely but in small amounts in plant and animal tissue

Recent Examples of ceramide from the Web

For the delicate eye area, there’s Elizabeth Arden’s Ceramide Capsules Daily Youth-Restoring Eye Serum, which reduces puffiness and improves the appearance of crow’s-feet with a robust, moisture-retaining blend of ceramides and fatty acids.

— lauren valenti, Vogue, "This Supercharged Skin Elixir Is the Ultimate Spring Beauty Hack," 28 Mar. 2018
The formula contains ceramides, hyaluronic acid, aloe, and panthenol to deeply hydrate the skin.

— kathleen hou, The Cut, "How I Used Korean Skin Care to Treat My Hormonal Acne," 9 Mar. 2018
Best-case scenario: When a moisturizer contains ceramides and niacinamide (like the one below).

— maddie aberman, Cosmopolitan, "3 Ways to Make Sure You're Cleaning Your Face Correctly," 30 May 2017
Hale suggests opting for a concentrated formula packed with ceramides, like CeraVe’s Moisturizing Lotion.

— jenna rennert, Vogue, "The Ultimate Guide to Prepping Your Legs for Spring," 8 Mar. 2018
Reach for fragrance-free formulas that are packed with ceramides, like Cetaphil's new Restoraderm Skin Restoring Body Moisturizer or Elizabeth Arden's Advanced Ceramide Capsules, to do just that.

— refinery29.com, "The Real Reason You Keep Getting Dry Patches On Your Skin," 7 Mar. 2018
Look for a moisturizer with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, antioxidants, or redness-relieving peptides.

— jessica cruel, SELF, "What to Do When Your Skin Is Freaking Out From Retinol," 21 Feb. 2018
Glycerin, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, omega fatty acids... these all protect and hydrate.

— brennan kilbane, GQ, "How to Deal with Eczema (and Still Party)," 21 Feb. 2018
Fortunately, this serum — which is jam-packed with hydrating ceramides and collagen-building amino acids — is designed to prevent sagging and crepiness of both your face and neck.

— megan salerno, Allure, "The 11 Best-Selling Products at Ulta Beauty This Month," 30 Oct. 2017

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