- INCI Name:Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NS, Ceramide AS
- Functions:Moisturizing Agent, Anti-Aging Agent, Smoothing Agent, Softener, Gloss Enhancer
- Labeling Claims:Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Credo Clean Standard
- Benefit Claims:Anti-Aging
Ceramide is the main component of the stratum corneum of the epidermis layer of human skin. Together with cholesterol and saturated fatty acids, ceramide creates a water-impermeable, protective organ to prevent excessive water loss due to evaporation as well as a barrier against the entry of microorganisms. The stratum corneum is composed of 50% ceramides, 25% cholesterol, and 15% free fatty acids. With aging there is a decline in ceramide and cholesterol in the stratum corneum of humans, which leads to dry skin and irritation. iActive Ceramide PGF is an oil soluble complex of Ceramide 1, Ceramide 2, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 4 and Ceramide 6 present in human skin. This product helps to repair the skin barrier function, improve skin hydration and reduce TEWL. It is also effective for improving hair hydrophobicity and smoothness.
