The perplexing variety of skin care products at your disposal may have led you to ask the inevitable question: Are these things even worth it? When in comes to ceramides, the answer is a resounding yes.
First things first: What is a ceramide? We talked about the layer of lipids at the center of your epidermis, a.k.a. the skin barrier, and its crucial role in retaining moisture and blocking irritants.
Now let's get a little more specific. The three lipid components of that barrier are fatty acids, cholesterol, and - you guessed it - ceramides.
In fact, ceramides account for about 40 percent of your skin's lipid content. When you deliver this crucial fat in the form of creams and lotions, you're helping your skin replenish its natural ability to regulate moisture.
Wishing you great skin!
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Dr. Baumann is author of the best-selling book, "The Skin Type Solution." To learn more about her revolutionary skin typing system, visit her Web site. Many of Dr. Baumann's recommended skin care products are available there, and a portion of proceeds goes to The Dermatology Foundation.
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