Skin Health
Ceramides (Phytoceramides)
Also known as: Phytoceramides, Wheat ceramides
Lipid molecules that support skin barrier function and hydration from within.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Primary uses
- Skin hydration
- Barrier function
- Dry skin
- Anti-aging
How it works
- Restores skin lipid barrier
- Improves moisture retention
- Reduces transepidermal water loss
Dosage
- Typical range
- 350mg daily
- Timing
- Any time
- With food
- Optional
- Duration
- 4-8 weeks for effects
- Special populations
- Dry skin, aging skin, eczema-prone
Forms
- Capsules
- Rice-derived
Safety
Common side effects
- Rare GI
Contraindications
- Wheat allergy (wheat-derived)
Evidence notes
Oral skin barrier support
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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