ceramide
noun
cer·amide
| \ ˈsir-ə-ˌmīd
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Definition of ceramide
: any of various lipids formed by linking a fatty acid to sphingosine and found widely but in small amounts in plant and animal tissue
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The fragrance- and dye-free face wash is formulated with hyaluronic acid and ceramides to help keep your skin naturally moisturized, and won’t disrupt your skin barrier. — Christina Butan, PEOPLE.com, "The Best Beauty Buys on Amazon This Month, Including Drew Barrymore’s Favorite Sunscreen," 1 Aug. 2019 There’s also evidence that topical niacinamide can increase the production of ceramides (lipids that help maintain the skin’s protective barrier), which may contribute to its topical effects on wrinkles, fine lines, and the skin’s moisture barrier. — A.a. Newton, SELF, "Here’s What Niacinamide Can—and Can’t—Do for Your Skin," 8 May 2019 To stop skin from flaking and peeling, slather on lotions that contain ceramides and antioxidants like vitamins C and E. — Julie Ricevuto, Glamour, "How to Treat a Bad Sunburn and Hide It Instantly," 28 May 2019 When shopping for facial moisturizers, look for hyaluronic acid, squalene, dimethicone, and ceramides, as these hydrating ingredients hold moisture in the skin. — Talia Abbas, SELF, "11 Tips for How to Treat Eczema During the Winter," 7 Jan. 2019 Using harsh soap on your face weakens the skin's barrier by stripping the skin of its natural oils, ceramides (which help retain moisture), and healthy fatty acids — a perfect setup for irritated and dry skin. — Mona Gohara, Good Housekeeping, "6 Reasons Why Your Skin Is Blotchy — And How to Fix It," 13 Dec. 2018 The cream is also formulated with phytosphingosine, which helps strengthen the structure of the skin, along with peony extract and ceramide. — Tanisha Pina, Allure, "Beloved K-Beauty Brand The Face Shop Is Now Sold on Jet.com," 20 Mar. 2018 One of the brand's best-sellers, this hydrating face cream combines collagen and hyaluronic acid to plump fine lines and wrinkles, while niacin, peptides, a ceramide complex help lock in moisture. — Lindsay Schallon, Glamour, "The It Cosmetics Foundation I Tell Everyone About Is 25 Percent Off," 2 Nov. 2018 Talakoub recommends switching to a product with caffeine and ceramides to address inflammation and redness. — Macaela Mackenzie, Allure, "Can Using Niacinamide in Your Skin-Care Routine Cause Redness?," 22 July 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'ceramide.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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ceramide
noun
cer·amide
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Medical Definition of ceramide
: any of a group of amido sphingolipids formed by linking a fatty acid to sphingosine and found widely in small amounts in plant and animal tissue