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Ceramides

Immerse your skin in the luxurious embrace of ceramides, nature’s own barrier-replenishing wonders. These lipid molecules weave a silken shield, locking in moisture and safeguarding your skin against environmental aggressors. Experience the lush, velvety feel of deeply nourished skin, radiant with health and vitality.

5 key benefits
Skin Types
barrier-repair fine-lines-wrinkles hydration redness-sensitivity
Key Benefits
Strengthens Skin Barrier Enhances Hydration Reduces Sensitivity
Pregnancy
Safe
When to Use
Morning + Night

What Exactly Is Ceramides?

Here's what you're putting on your skin — and why we love it.

Ceramides are a class of fatty acids known as lipids, which are naturally occurring components in the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the skin. They compose approximately 50% of the skin’s lipid barrier, playing a pivotal role in preserving the skin's integrity and moisture levels.

Scientifically, ceramides are composed of a sphingosine and a fatty acid. They work in harmony with cholesterol and fatty acids to form a protective barrier that prevents transepidermal water loss, thus maintaining skin hydration and resilience.

What Happens When Ceramides Touches Your Skin

Understanding the process helps you get better results at home and in the treatment room.

Ceramides function by fortifying the lipid matrix of the skin, which is crucial for maintaining the skin’s barrier function. By replenishing these essential lipids, ceramides help to restore barrier function, preventing moisture loss and shielding the skin from irritants and environmental damage.

When applied topically, ceramides integrate seamlessly into the skin's existing lipid structure, enhancing barrier integrity. This results in improved skin hydration, reduced sensitivity, and a more supple, youthful appearance.

Why Our Therapists Reach for Ceramides

When it comes to choosing actives for your treatment, our therapists are selective. Here's why Ceramides earns its place.

Therapists at Stephanies® Luxury Spas embrace ceramides for their unparalleled ability to restore and maintain skin health. Their capacity to strengthen the skin barrier makes them a go-to ingredient for clients experiencing dryness, sensitivity, or compromised skin barriers.

Ceramides’ versatility allows them to be integrated into a wide range of treatments, from hydrating facials to advanced anti-ageing therapies. Their non-comedogenic nature ensures they are suitable for all skin types, making them a staple in any skincare regimen.

By incorporating ceramides into treatments, therapists can offer clients immediate and long-lasting improvements in skin texture and hydration, fostering a sense of holistic wellness and renewal.
— Stephanies Skin Therapists

What Ceramides Will Do for Your Skin

These are the results our guests notice — and the reasons we keep coming back to this ingredient.

Strengthens Skin Barrier

Ceramides fortify the skin’s natural barrier, preventing moisture loss.

Enhances Hydration

Locks in moisture, ensuring skin remains supple and hydrated.

Reduces Sensitivity

Calms and soothes irritated skin, reducing redness and inflammation.

Improves Texture

Smooths and softens skin, enhancing overall texture.

Anti-Ageing Support

Minimises the appearance of fine lines by keeping skin hydrated.

Is Ceramides Right for You?

We recommend this ingredient for the following concerns and skin types. If you're unsure, your therapist can assess your skin during a consultation.

Skin Concerns
barrier-repair fine-lines-wrinkles hydration redness-sensitivity

The Insider Tip

Straight from the treatment room — something most guests don't know about Ceramides.

For optimal results, combine ceramide-rich products with gentle exfoliation treatments. This enhances absorption, allowing ceramides to penetrate deeper into the skin, fortifying the barrier and promoting a radiant complexion. Consider a weekly routine that includes a ceramide-infused serum post-exfoliation for a boost in hydration and barrier repair.
— Stephanies Skin Therapists

Who Benefits Most from Ceramides?

Not every ingredient is for everyone — here's who we see the best results with.

Ceramides are ideal for individuals with dry, sensitive, or ageing skin, as they effectively address dehydration and barrier dysfunction. Those with eczema, psoriasis, or compromised skin conditions will benefit significantly from ceramides’ soothing and reparative properties.

Additionally, ceramides are beneficial for anyone seeking to maintain a healthy skin barrier, making them a versatile choice for a wide array of skin concerns and types.

How to Use Ceramides in Your Routine

Getting the application right makes all the difference. Here's what our therapists suggest.

Application
Apply ceramide-containing products after cleansing and toning. Gently massage a small amount into the skin, focusing on areas that require extra hydration or barrier support. Follow with a moisturiser to lock in the benefits.
When to Use
Ceramides can be used both morning and evening. During colder months, increase usage to combat dryness and maintain barrier strength.
Worth Knowing Before You Layer

Avoid using ceramides with potent exfoliants like glycolic acid simultaneously, as this could compromise the skin barrier and reduce efficacy.

Use Ceramides at Home

These are the products our therapists recommend when guests want to continue working with Ceramides between visits.

Nutricia Crème Confort Nourrissante
PAYOT Paris
Nutricia Crème Confort Nourrissante

Nourishing dry skin comfort cream.

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Supreme Absolu Youth Infusion
PAYOT Paris
Supreme Absolu Youth Infusion

A powerful anti-aging infusion serum with orchid extract, ceramides, vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid.

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Feel Ceramides in Professional Hands

While we don't currently have a treatment built specifically around Ceramides, our therapists may incorporate it into your session based on your skin's needs. Ask about it during your next visit — or explore our full treatment menu below.

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What to Pair with Ceramides

Ingredients work better in the right company. These are the combinations our therapists recommend for stronger results.

Pairs Well With
Pair ceramides with hyaluronic acid for enhanced hydration or niacinamide for improved barrier function and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Good to Know

There are no known contraindications for ceramides, making them suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and compromised skin.

Pregnancy & Sensitivity

Ceramides are safe for use during pregnancy and are gentle enough for sensitive skin, providing essential hydration without irritation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, ceramides are beneficial for oily skin as they help balance and protect without clogging pores, maintaining hydration levels.

Yes, using ceramides with retinoids can help mitigate potential irritation and dryness caused by retinoids, enhancing skin comfort and barrier function.

Ceramide products can be used daily, both morning and night, to maintain optimal skin hydration and barrier protection.

Yes, ceramides are highly beneficial for eczema-prone skin, as they restore the skin barrier, reducing dryness and irritation.

Ceramides are a class of fatty acids known as lipids, which are naturally occurring components in the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the skin. They compose approximately 50% of the skin’s lipid barrier, playing a pivotal role in preserving the skin's integrity and moisture levels. Scientifically, ceramides are composed of a sphingosine and a fatty acid. They work in harmony with cholesterol and fatty acids to form a protective barrier that prevents transepidermal water loss, thus maintaining skin hydration and resilience. If you'd like to know how it fits into your routine specifically, our therapists can walk you through it during your next visit.

You'll find Ceramides in several of our Skin Editions products, including Nutricia Crème Confort Nourrissante, Supreme Absolu Youth Infusion. Not sure which one suits your skin? Our therapists can match you with the right formula.

Not Sure if Ceramides Is Right for You?

Ask Ivy, our skincare concierge, for personalised guidance — or book a consultation and let one of our therapists assess your skin in person.

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