Fragrance
High concernComposite fragrance term may hide sensitizing components.
Common questions
What are the best ingredients for the skin barrier?
Ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids are the lipids that make up the skin barrier. Niacinamide stimulates ceramide production. Humectants like glycerin and hyaluronic acid help maintain hydration.
Do ceramides actually work in skincare?
Clinical studies show that ceramide-containing formulations can restore barrier function in conditions like eczema and dry skin. Formulation matters — ceramides need to be delivered in the right vehicle to be effective.
What damages the skin barrier?
Over-cleansing, harsh surfactants (SLS), low pH products, physical exfoliants used too frequently, and environmental factors like cold weather and UV damage can all degrade the skin barrier.
Related ingredients
BUTYLATED HYDROXYTOLUENE
High concernEPA CPDat observed this chemical in 7055 composition records across product categories including Cleaning products and household care, Home maintenance, Specialty occupational products.
GLYCERIN
Moderate concernEPA CPDat observed this chemical in 35327 composition records across product categories including Personal care, Cleaning products and household care, Construction and building materials.
Water
Moderate concernEPA CPDat observed this chemical in 70443 composition records across product categories including Cleaning and safety, Personal care, Cleaning products and household care.
Niacinamide
Moderate concernFetched 1 ClinicalTrials.gov references for Niacinamide.
HYALURONIC ACID
Moderate concernFetched 1 ClinicalTrials.gov references for HYALURONIC ACID.