If you’ve been hearing a lot of buzz about ceramides but wondering what they actually are you’ve come to the right place.

Unlike your hero ingredients hyaluronic acid, retinol, vitamin c, collagen and more, ceramides are the unsung heroes of the skincare world, quietly working behind the scenes to keep your skin healthy, hydrated and protected! Whether you have dry skin, sensitive skin or just want to maintain your skins natural glow, ceramides will be a valuable addition to your skincare arsenal. But before we talk about the best ceramide skincare, we need to understand what ceramides actually are and how they will help your skin.

What are ceramides?

Ceramides are natural lipids (fats) found naturally in high concentration in the cell membranes within our epidermis (the top 5 layers of our skin), however, ceramides are especially concentrated in the stratum corneum (the outermost layer of the epidermis.) Think of this layer as your skin’s protective barrier.

How do ceramides help our skin?

Barrier protection

Ceramides help to protect and strengthen your skins barrier, shielding it from external aggressors such as harsh weather conditions, bacteria and pollutants. This helps reduce skin redness, irritation and sensitivity.

Moisture retention

Ceramides help your skin hold onto moisture. They act like little sponges, preventing water loss and keeping your skin hydrated and plump.

Skin Conditions

If you suffer from skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis, ceramides can be especially beneficial. They help repair the damaged skin barrier, reducing inflammation and irritation.

Anti-Ageing

As we age, ceramide levels in our skin dramatically decrease, leading to dryness and fine lines. Using ceramide-infused products can help counteract these effects, leaving your skin looking more youthful.

Using skincare rich in ceramides, or products formulated with ingredients that stimulate ceramide production can help counteract these effects. These products can help improve skin health, boost hydration, protect against harmful UV rays, rejuvenate skin and boost barrier function. Just remember no ceramides? Nothing to keep all those hydrating ingredients from evaporating from the skin.

You’ll usually find ceramides in moisturisers, but you also can find them as a key ingredient in cleansers, serums, and other skin-care products too! Here are our top five ceramide rich skincare favourites.

Ceramide skincare

Pevonia Rejuvenating Dry Skin Cream

Although light and gentle on the skin, this ceramide moisturiser is one of the most nurturing and nourishing moisturisers for dry skin! It literally diminishes dry and flaky skin while combatting fine lines and wrinkles for a truly rejuvenated experience.

Pevonia Vitaminic Concentrate

This beautiful concentrate has a heavenly scent and silky lightweight formulation including the perfect blend of ceramides and replenishing oils that restore barrier function and hydration. Got dry skin? This is the ultimate night oil for you! You’ll wake to smooth, supple and seriously glowy skin every morning.

Pevonia Collagen Mask

This super hydrating mask combats dehydration in just 10 minutes. This is because ceramides and polypeptides work together to restore hydration at a cellular level.

And for the month of October 2023 when you purchase this mask, you’ll receive a free mask brush for precision application!

Pevonia CleanRefresh™ Foaming Oil Cleanser

Suitable for all skin types but especially recommended for dry skin, this innovative, triple duty oil cleanser features an advanced lipid rich, alcohol-free, soap-free, exclusive formula which transforms into a luxurious, foamy cleanser for a truly luxurious cleansing experience.

Pevonia Marine Collagen Cream

This Pevonia global best-seller and beautiful ceramide cream, deeply nourishes and rejuvenates skin, replenishing vital nutrients while softening fine lines and wrinkles. It’s so good!