Skincare glossary
Ceramides
Lipids naturally found in skin that help form the skin barrier.
- Who it suits
- Dry, sensitive or “stripped”-feeling skin.
Why are ceramides used?
Think of these as the mortar holding your skin barrier together, added to repair and protect, not just moisturise.
Worth knowing
If your skin feels tight, dry or reactive, this is the ingredient to look for before adding more actives.
Products with ceramides
Rich hydrationTatcha
£££The Dewy Skin Cream
A rich moisturiser designed to hydrate, plump and soften dry skin with a dewy finish
Barrier-friendly cleanseBYOMA
£Creamy Jelly Cleanser
A lightweight jelly cleanser that removes dirt and excess oil while helping support the skin barrier
Overnight moisturiserMedik8
£££Advanced Night Restore
Night cream designed to support skin overnight
Rich barrier careDR SAM'S
£££Flawless Moisturiser Intense
Barrier-focused moisturiser for dry skin
Peptide moisturiserNATURIUM
££Multi-peptide Moisturizer
Peptide moisturiser for hydration and firmness
Lightweight fluid moisturiserPrequel
££Half & Half Fluid Moisturizer
Lightweight barrier-supporting moisturiser
Simple daily moisturiserThe Ordinary
£Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA
Simple affordable moisturiser for daily hydration
Hydrating creamLANEIGE
£££Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Acid Cream
Hydrating cream for dry, dehydrated skin
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