Whether you’re a skincare enthusiast or a casual user, you’ve probably heard the word “CERAMIDE” before. Far from being a new ingredient, it actually occurs naturally in the skin, which has led to some confusion. We’re here to answer some of the big questions: What exactly are ceramides, what skin types are they best suited for, and what’s so special about Revolution Skincare’s ceramide formula? What are ceramides?
In short, ceramides are long-chain fatty acids (lipids) that make up around 50% of the skin’s composition – they’re essential for building the structure of the skin; the glue that holds the skin together. The skin barrier is one of our skin’s first lines of defence – it controls what goes in and out, including water and makeup.
What are the benefits of ceramides in skincare? When the delicate skin barrier is compromised, the complexion becomes dry and loses moisture, making it susceptible to irritation and, of course, microbial contamination. Additionally, as we age, our natural ceramide levels decrease, leading to dry skin and an increase in fine lines.
Using ceramides in skincare formulations ensures that the skin barrier is protected, moisture is locked in, and the complexion remains soft and supple. In short, it’s an easy-to-use ingredient that works wonders in hydrating, nourishing and smoothing the skin! What makes Revolution Skincare Ceramide so special?
Now you know what ceramides are, but how is Revolution Skincare different from other formulas on the market?
As you might have guessed from the packaging, our cleansers, creams, and lotions contain up to five ceramides for maximum protection and care.
Plus, all products are dermatologically safe, provide 24-hour hydration, are non-comedogenic (so they won’t clog your pores), fragrance-free, hypoallergenic (formulated not to cause an allergic reaction), and are approved by PETA as vegan and cruelty-free.
Who can use ceramides? Ceramides are skin-identical, meaning they contain compounds that mimic the composition of naturally occurring elements already found in your skin.
So basically everyone can benefit from ceramides! However, here are the facts about different skin conditions that can really benefit from formulas containing ceramides:
Dry skin – Ceramides are a type of lipid that helps strengthen the lipid layer in the skin barrier, reducing water loss and dry patches, and keeping your skin soft and supple.
Dehydrated Skin – Since the use of ceramides improves the skin barrier, it improves the skin’s moisturizing properties, thus preventing dehydration.
Sensitive Skin – When the skin barrier is weakened, the skin is more susceptible to redness, pain and inflammation from external influences such as wind, sun, pollution and microbial contamination.
Ceramides help keep the skin barrier intact, protecting the skin from the elements, keeping the skin soft and reducing the risk of irritation.
Aging Skin – As we age, the skin’s ceramide levels naturally decline, causing the skin to look and feel dry, rough, and fine lines to become more noticeable. Topical application of ceramides can make the skin look and feel smoother and softer. Impurity-Prone Skin – Ceramides are very skin-friendly and don’t stress the skin too much.
They help keep the skin barrier intact, which is important for preventing microbial contamination and allowing moisture levels to be properly controlled and balanced.
Which Ceramide Cleanser is Right for My Skin? Now comes the really exciting part! All of our cleansers are suitable for all skin types, but some contain ingredients that are very beneficial for different skin concerns. Normal to Dry Skin:
If you have dry skin, the Smoothing Cleanser or the Hydrating Cleanser are your best choices. The Hydrating Cleanser formula also contains Hyaluronic Acid to deep cleanse, leaving skin soft, healthy and hydrated.
SMOOTHING CLEANSER contains ceramides and a team of premium skincare ingredients – salicylic acid, hyaluronic acid and niacinamide – to hydrate, control oil, minimize pores and prevent blemishes. Normal to Oily Skin:
If your skin is normal but oily, we recommend CERAMIDES FOAMING CLEANSER, which has the dual action of Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide. The foaming formula provides intense cleansing action, and the combination of ingredients provides hydrating, pore-refining benefits.
What other skincare ingredients can be combined with ceramides? When it comes to introducing a new ingredient, a key question is whether it will work with some of your current favorite formulas – don’t worry, we recommend ceramides because they are easy to incorporate into your daily routine!
We already have many great ingredient combinations in our product line, but we also recommend using ceramides with AHAs and BHAs, retinol, and other ingredients that are skin-friendly like amino acids and glycerin. Excellent.
Revolution Skincare Moisturizing Lotion and Cream To complete your ceramide routine, we offer the Ceramide Moisturizing Lotion and Cream – both contain hydrating hyaluronic acid to nourish, conceal and soothe the skin.
The formula is suitable for all skin types (although dry skin will benefit the most). The main difference is the texture – the lotion has a lighter formula while the cream has a richer formula, which is ideal if your skin is particularly sensitive or has a compromised skin barrier.
