Ingredient

Phytosphingosine

Ceramide building block that can help support the skin barrier and calm the look of blemish-prone skin.

What it does

Supports the barrier · Conditions skin

Evidence

Evidence: Moderate · Some good studies; results vary from person to person.

Often chosen for

Over-exfoliated, stressed skin, Breakout-prone skin, Skin prone to redness

Skin types

Dry, Oily, Combination, Normal, Sensitive

Typical amount

0.1-0.5% in a formula

Best time

Morning or evening