ceramide barrier serum
Universal hydration serum$22
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blend of five ceramides (np, ns, ap, eos, eop) -
lipids that help maintain skin’s natural function, reduce moisture loss, and protect against dehydration, irritation, and signs of aging
lipids (fatty acids, cholesterol, & squalane) -
support skin’s natural moisture barrier - to help seal in moisture and provide a barrier against external aggressors
ceramide precursors (caprooyl phytosphingosine + caprooyl sphingosine) -
molecules that work to encourage ceramide production and receive new ceramides
beta glucan -
a powerful humectant that brings in more hydration than hyaluronic acid and helps plump the skin
full IL:
aloe barbadensis leaf juice*, water/eau, propanediol, squalane(1), glycerin(1), sodium citrate, beta-glucan, lysolecithin, sclerotium gum, pullulan, xanthan gum, ceramide NP, ceramide NS, ceramide AP, ceramide EOS, ceramide EOP, musa sapientum (banana) leaf/trunk extract, tocopherol(2), calcium gluconate, cetyl alcohol, caprylyl glycol, ceteareth-25, arginine, silica, caprooyl phytosphingosine, caprooyl sphingosine, cholesterol, gluconolactone, lactic acid(1), helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil, sodium benzoate, behenic acid.
*certified organic
1plant-derived
2sunflower-derived vitamin
- Significantly improves skin’s natural moisture barrier within 24 hours
- Beta Glucan delivers more hydration than many forms of hyaluronic acid
- Helps lock in moisture and protect against dryness
- Encourages skin’s natural ceramide production
- Promotes soft, supple, comfortable-feeling skin
- Calms the appearance of irritation
- Clinically tested for sensitive skin
- Lightweight, non-greasy formula suitable for all skin types
“Recommend to everyone! this is my second time buying this for myself and gave to my sister as a gift. it helps my skin feels so good! especially when i use my retinol or bha. i have dry and sometimes sensitive skin so this has been a game changer!”
erin h.
After cleansing and toning, gently massage or pat 2-3 drops of serum onto skin. Our serum is suitable for daily use in the am and/or pm.
suggested routine
- cleanse
- tone
- serum
- moisturizer
- spf
how to recycle
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rinse out the bottle and peel off the labels. *gently* pull the glass tube out of the dropper cap. toss the bottle and glass tube in your recycling bin.
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unfortunately, the remaining parts of the cap are not recyclable due to their small size.
after applying ceramide barrier serum...
step 03
moisturizers
Moisturizers replenish moisture and fortify the skin barrier to keep skin smooth, soft, and properly hydrated all day long.
formula facts
hero ingredients 4%
ceramide NP, ceramide NS, ceramide AP, ceramide EOS, ceramide EOP, squalane, beta-glucan
humectants 10%
propanediol, glycerin, calcium gluconate, caprylyl glycol, arginine
stabilizers 0.9%
sclerotium gum, pullulan, xanthan gum, tocopherol, cetyl alcohol, silica
emulsifiers 0.6%
lysolecithin, ceteareth-25
occlusives 0.03%
helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil
carriers 80%
organic aloe barbadensis leaf juice, water
pH adjusters 2%
sodium citrate, lactic acid (0.57%)
preservatives 2%
musa sapientum (banana) leaf/trunk extract, gluconolactone, sodium benzoate
emollients 0.03%
caprooyl phytosphingosine, caprooyl sphingosine, cholesterol, behenic acid
sustainability
carbon emissions
2.2g
200 uses / bottle | 1 use = 2-3 drops
- pre manufacturing . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2g
- production . . . . . . . . . . . 0.1g
- distribution . . . . . . . . . . . 0.9g
- end of life . . . . . . . . . . . 0.03g
How this relates to daily life
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Coffee to go
600g / 8oz
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Commuting alone
404g / mile
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Cotton tshirt
4340g / shirt
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Water bottle
358g / bottle
production
made with ethical labor
made in vermont
packaging
bottle
materials: flint glass
recyclability 100%
dropper
primary material: virgin PP plastic
recyclability 50%
box
materials: FSC paper with soy ink and water-based coating
recyclability 100%
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Frequently asked questions
what are ceramides?
ceramides are a type of lipid naturally found in the stratum corneum (the outermost layer of skin). Ceramides make up approximately 50% of your skin barrier and are an essential part of the skin’s extracellular matrix.
why are ceramides important?
ceramides play a critical role in maintaining a strong barrier to protect skin against dehydration, irritation, and signs of aging. Ceramides help prevent transepidermal water loss (TEWL) by helping skin retain moisture. Additionally, around the age of 30, the extracellular matrix’s composition naturally changes and produces a lower percentage of ceramides, cholesterol, and free fatty acids.
what is the skin barrier and extracellular matrix?
the skin barrier is considered the stratum corneum (the outermost layer of skin) and the extracellular matrix. The extracellular matrix is composed mostly of lipids (ceramides, fatty acids, cholesterol) in addition to collagen, elastin, and enzymes. You can think of the skin barrier as a brick wall, the skin cells are the bricks and the extracellular matrix is the mortar holding the bricks together.
how can you repair a damaged skin barrier?
stop anything that can be irritating your skin (over cleansing or exfoliating, exposure to extreme temperatures, etc) and replenish your skin with ingredients like ceramides, humectants, and emollients. Our ceramide barrier serum contains all three!
what ingredients work well with ceramides?
ceramides are most effective when they are used with cholesterol and fatty acids to mimic the skin’s lipid layer.
Is Ceramide Barrier Serum safe to use while pregnant?
our products are always formulated to be effective and gentle. however, we always recommend showing our ingredients list to your doctor or health care provider to confirm safety for you specifically!