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Naturally present in the skin’s topmost layer, ceramides are a class of lipid molecules. They are imperative for maintaining the skin’s barrier function, assisting in moisture retention and ...

Skin is fabulous because its components help protect the body from moisture loss and the ingress of environmental, and immunological stresses, writes Dr Brett MacFarlane Some of the major contributors ...

Lipid signalling encompasses a diverse set of cell signalling events. Lipid second messengers, including phosphatidylinositols, sphingolipids and steroid hormones, bind to proteins to effect ...

Generally speaking, González suggests looking for a night cream with hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and ceramides for hydration; retinol as an acne fighter and anti-ager; or antioxidants such as ...