The Skin Nerd: Why everyone should include ceramides in their winter routine

Ceramides are the ultimate unsung heroes when it comes to nourishing seriously parched skin, writes Jennifer Rock

Skin Nerd: Ceramides are the ultimate unsung heroes when it comes to nourishing seriously parched skin.

Those with ultra-dry skin may have come across ceramides during their quest for products to intensively nourish their complexion, but to many ceramides sit quietly, going unnoticed behind the more attention-grabbing hyaluronic acid and ingredient of the moment niacinamide. Both of which are heavenly hydrators but often overshadow hard-working ceramides, which play a vital function within our skin barrier and therefore our overall skin health!

What are ceramides?