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INGREDIENT GLOSSARY • Barrier Strengthener
Phytosphingosine
AT A GLANCE
Phytosphingosine
A lipid found throughout the skin barrier and a precursor to ceramides.
Type of Ingredient
Barrier Strengthener
Why we use it
Phytosphingosine is a fatty ingredient found throughout the skin’s natural moisture barrier, helping to keep moisture in and pollutants/pathogens out. It’s a precursor to the ceramides your skin naturally produces. It’s also been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, making it a great addition to a blemish-fighting skincare routine.
What it’s in
Lipid Gold, Lipid Gold Eye Cream, Night Shift
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Brighten and strengthen with ceramides, cholesterol, fatty acids, peptides and algae extract.
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