HealthAugust 19, 2026

ceramides

suh-RAM-idz

Definition

Waxy lipid molecules that naturally occur in the skin and act as a glue to hold cells together, helping to maintain the skin barrier and retain moisture.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'cera' meaning 'wax', reflecting the fatty, wax-like nature of these lipid molecules found in the cell membranes of humans and animals.

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Ceramides are included as a key ingredient in VOESH's Milky Body Serum and Serum Mist to help support the skin's moisture barrier for better hydration.

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