Top Benefits of Ceramides for Skin Health & Hydration

July 14, 2025
Updated: July 14, 2025

Author Name: Team LAMAV

4 min read

When it comes to barrier health, ceramides are an essential component. More than just a trending skincare ingredient, ceramides are a type of lipid found naturally in the skin and make up 50% of its composition. As we age, our natural ceramide levels decline, often leading to dryness, irritation, and visible aging. That's where topical ceramides come in to replenish the skin.

What are Skin Ceramides?

Put simply, ceramides are lipids in the skin that form a barrier - locking in moisture and protecting skin from environmental stress. Primarily found in the outermost layer of the skin (the stratum corneum) they work with other lipids in the skin to create a protective layer to retain moisture and act as a barrier against UV damage, harsh weather and pollution. They also help the structure of the skin - supporting a smooth and plump complexion.

Benefits of Ceramides in Skincare

Along with collagen and elastin, ceramide levels also decline as we age. When your skin's ceramide levels are low, it can lead to wrinkles, dryness and irritation. Incorporating ceramide skincare into your routine allows you to replenish those levels and help your skin maintain hydration and a healthy, plump glow.

Restore and Strengthen the Skin Barrier

Ceramides are essential lipids that help form the skin’s natural barrier. They seal the gaps between skin cells, protecting against environmental aggressors like harsh weather, UV rays, bacteria, and allergens.

Improve Moisture Retention

Ceramides lock in moisture and reduce transepidermal water loss, helping to keep the skin hydrated and soft. This is especially important for mature skin or anyone experiencing dry skin or irritation.

Soothe Sensitive Skin

Signs of a damaged skin barrier can include redness, itching, stinging and an uncomfortable tight feeling. Ceramides can help to calm and restore irritated skin, making them an ideal ingredient for sensitive skin conditions such as eczema and rosacea.

Reduce Signs of Aging

As we age, natural ceramide levels decline. This often leads to dryness, fine lines, and sagging. Replenishing ceramides topically can help to maintain skin firmness, elasticity, and smooth texture.

Support Healing and Recovery

Ceramides play an important role in skin repair - assisting to restore skin that has been compromised from over use of harsh ingredients, too much exfoliation or sun exposure.

Enhance the Effectiveness of Other Skincare Ingredients

Ceramides create an optimal environment for other ingredients to work effectively without irritating the skin. They are a great ingredient to use on recovery days when skin cycling after use of stronger ingredients such as retinol or vitamin c.

Safe for All Skin Types

Although rich in benefits, ceramides are considered non-comedogenic so are well-tolerated by all skin types - even acne prone skin.

How to Incorporate Ceramides Into Your Skincare Routine

Ceramide skincare is now quite common and easy to find in moisturisers, serums, and even some cleansers. Their gentle nature allows them to be used both morning an night. Ceramides in skin care can be synthetic and natural. Some synthetic ceramides commonly found in skincare may be listed as Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP or Ceramide EOP.

Some natural sources of ceramides include Oats, Wheat and Jojoba Oil. Below are our top ceramide rich (via jojoba oil) products that will nourish, repair and protect the skin.

LAMAV Marula Oil Cleanser

This nourishing, antioxidant-rich formula enhances skin’s natural repair and keeps the lipid barrier intact, restoring moisture balance and healthy glow as you cleanse. Suitable for all skin types, this can be used as a daily cleanser for dry or sensitive skin, as a first cleanse for normal skin or makeup remover for oily skin before completing your double cleanse with a gel cleanser.

LAMAV Hyaluronic Moisture Cream

For a daily hydration hit that locks in moisture and delivers a protective barrier for the skin, reach for our Hyaluronic Moisture Cream. Infused with ceramide rich jojoba along with Hyaluronic Acid and soothing Aloe, you’ll enjoy a radiant and plump complexion while protecting from potential irritants.

LAMAV Omega 3, 6, 7 & 9 Antioxidant Oil

If you’re looking for a rich boost in hydration and antioxidants our Omega Antioxidant Oil is the perfect face oil for layering into your routine morning and night. Containing 100% pure actives to deliver a concentrated burst of moisture and essential fatty acids to strengthen, sooth and repair the skin.

LAMAV Intense Repair Eye Balm

The skin surrounding our eyes is significantly thinner than the other areas of the face, so it’s no wonder why it’s the first area to show signs of ageing. Introducing a specific eye care product into your skincare routine is essential if you want to prevent premature ageing in this area. LAMAV’s Intense Repair Eye Balm was specifically created to hydrate, firm and visibly strengthen the delicate eye area. Jojoba, Mango Seed Butter, Bisabolol, and Sandalwood Seed Oil help to boost hydration, reduce inflammation and minimise fine lines and wrinkles through promotion of skin elasticity.

By supporting your skin’s natural barrier, ceramides are a must-have for hydrated, calm, and smooth skin. Regardless of your skin type, if your skin is screaming for comfort and repair, ceramides may be just the ingredient you’ve been missing.

FAQ's

are ceramides and why are they important for skin health?

Ceramides are a type of lipid found naturally in the skin and make up 50% of its composition. Ceramides form a barrier - locking in moisture and protecting skin from environmental stress.

2. Are ceramides suitable for all skin types?

Yes, ceramides are very beneficial at repairing and restoring dry, sensitive and mature skin. They are also non-comedogenic so won’t block pores when using on acne prone skin.

3. Can ceramides help with dry or sensitive skin?

Yes, ceramides are particularly beneficial for dry and sensitive skin as they help to maintain a healthy skin barrier - keeping moisture in and irritants out.

4. Can I use ceramides alongside other active ingredients like retinol or AHAs?

Yes, ceramides work well with other ingredients and often compliment active ingredients such as retinol and acids that may otherwise irritate the skin.

5. Are ceramides safe to use during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Ceramides come from both synthetic and natural sources so it’s important to read the ingredients label, patch test and speak with a dermatologist or your health provider if you have any concerns.

6. Do ceramides help reduce signs of aging?

Yes, ceramides are an important part of our skin structure that keeps the skin looking plump and firm. Loss of ceramides can lead to dry, sagging skin and premature ageing.

7. What are some signs that my skin needs ceramides?

If you’re experiencing unexplained dryness, discomfort from tight skin, redness or irritation this is a sign your barrier may be damaged and your ceramides are in need of a top up.

Dr Tarj Mavi (Our founder)

Dr Tarj Mavi is a veterinarian, a pathologist, research scientist and clean beauty pioneer – developing the first certified organic skincare range in australia to infuse bio-actives.
Like many women, Tarj experienced first-hand how hormonal imbalances can affect the skin and contribute to skin sensitivity and pigmentation. Confronted by its impact, Tarj was committed to finding a safe and effective solution to her skin issues.
Unfortunately, however, she quickly discovered just how complicated it was to treat sensitivity and pigmentation naturally. When dealing with skin pigmentation it can be all-encompassing as you become fixated on repairing and healing the complexion – and at the time.

“Because no woman should have to sacrifice her health for beauty.”
– DR. TARJ MAVI, FOUNDER