Aging, environmental stressors, genetics, and other factors can contribute to dry skin. Dry skin can lead to irritation, itchiness, rough skin texture, more pronounced wrinkles, and other skin concerns. Fortunately, several skin care ingredients, including hyaluronic acid and ceramides, can help keep your skin hydrated.
Hyaluronic acid is a natural substance found in the body that helps keep your skin hydrated and looking plump. In skin care products, hyaluronic acid is often used as a moisturizing ingredient, as it can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water. This means that it can help your skin retain moisture.
Ceramides are lipids that are naturally found in the skin. In topical products, they help form a barrier over the stratum corneum (outermost layer of the epidermis of the skin) to help seal water in and keep environmental irritants out, so the skin is less vulnerable to moisture loss, irritation, and infection.
Incorporating both hyaluronic acid and ceramides into your skin care routine can have several benefits for your skin. By working together, hyaluronic acid and ceramides help the skin maintain an optimal level of hydration for softer, smoother skin.
When shopping for skin care products, look for those containing hyaluronic acid and ceramides, such as Vanicream™ Daily Facial Moisturizer. This rich but lightweight moisturizer makes the skin feel soft and deeply moisturized while still being lightweight and suitable to wear under makeup. You may also want to consider using a serum that contains one or both of these ingredients for maximum benefits. A great serum that contains ceramides is Vanicream™ Vitamin C Serum: a milky and lightweight serum formulated with a potent and gentle Vitamin C derivative and ceramides to enhance skin’s brightness for a fresh glow.