Ceramides is most often used for

Ceramides

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•Last Updated: September 29, 2022

Ceramides are lipids (fats) that make up around 40% of our skin’s outermost layer (the epidermis) and are essential for retaining skin moisture and reducing bacterial infection. Many skin products contain ceramides to promote skin health.

Ceramides is most often used for

Last Updated:September 29, 2022

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Polar lipids from wheat may improve skin characteristics

In this randomized controlled trial in women, supplementation with a wheat-derived polar lipid complex improved measures of skin health and appearance.

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