A couple of questions

Is ceramides good for acne?

Dry skin and acne

Ceramides help to bolster the skin's natural barrier, preventing transepidermal water loss. This action keeps the skin hydrated from the inside out. Ceramides can also be used to treat dryness in acne-prone skin.Sep 17, 2019

Do ceramides cause acne?

“This is a big misconception,” says Dr Colette Haydon, Doctor in Dermo-Pharmacy and Founder of Lixirskin. Ceramides on their own, won't clog skin, but be mindful of the formulas you choose for your skin.

Are ceramides bad for acne?

Ceramides are 'skin-identical' ingredients, because they occur naturally in skin. This makes them an ideal ingredient for all skin types, even sensitive, breakout-prone or oily skin.

What does ceramides do for your face?

Ceramides are lipids, which are fatty acids that are produced in the sebaceous glands. Ceramides help to moisturise and strengthen the protective skin barrier, and protect the skin from external aggressors such as weather and pollution.

Is ceramide good for pores?

ceramides may be effective for clogged pores, but there are many other factors that may affect whether this ingredient would work on your skin or if there are better ingredients that may work for you. Take this skin quiz to find the best ingredients for your skin and build your skincare routine.

Does niacinamide help acne?

Niacinamide is an anti-inflammatory that works to reduce the swelling and redness associated with acne. It also works to regulate the amount of acne-causing oil being produced by the glands in your skin.

Is ceramides good for skin?

Ceramides help create a barrier to prevent permeability. This locks moisture into your skin, which helps prevent dryness and irritation. It may also help protect your epidermis from environmental damage. These benefits may have anti-aging effects.

Is niacinamide the same as ceramide?

Ceramides help to increase the barrier function of the skin and improve moisture retention, says Paviol, while niacinamide improves pore size and skin texture. When you combine the two together, the benefits of both complement each other, giving you soft, glowing and even skin.