Barrier support Ingredients
Skincare ingredients from the Barrier support family — what each one does, its benefits, which skin types it suits, how to use it, and what to pair it with or avoid.
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3 ingredients
- CeramidesCeramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP
Ceramides are natural lipids that make up about half of the skin's outer barrier, acting like the cement that holds skin cells together. When they run low, skin loses moisture and becomes drier and more reactive.
Barrier support - CholesterolCholesterol
Cholesterol is one of the essential lipids naturally found in the skin barrier, alongside ceramides and fatty acids. It is vital for keeping the skin cohesive and hydrated.
Barrier support - Linoleic AcidLinoleic Acid (Omega-6 essential fatty acid)
Linoleic acid is an essential omega-6 fatty acid and a key building block of the skin barrier. Its levels are often low in acne-prone skin.
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