ceramide
noun
cer·amide ˈsir-ə-ˌmīd 
ˈser-
plural ceramides
: any of various simple sphingolipids that are composed of a fatty acid linked to sphingosine, are found especially in cell membranes, are involved in mediating various cellular processes (such as those affecting cell differentiation and apoptosis), and act as precursors for more complex sphingolipids
The enzyme controls production of a cellular substance, ceramide, which triggers the natural process of egg cell death.
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L. StivitzMoisturizers containing ceramides (natural lipids that are similar in structure to those in the skin's own moisture barrier) … are also worthwhile splurges for women with dry or problem skin, according to independent tester Grove. Constance Cardozo
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Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web The formula is packed with moisture-boosting hyaluronic acid, skin-evening niacinamide, and the brands signature barrier-protecting ceramide trio, so your skin remains soft and hydrated all day long. Lindsay Colameo, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2022 The Beautybio kit features a Quench ceramide cream and a cryo-sculpting roller to help give your skin some TLC. Kristin Granero, SELF, 15 July 2022 The essence is a milky-oil hybrid with key rose botanic—a rose blend packed with phytonutrients—along with fortifying rose petal extract, soothing damascena rose water, sweet almond oil, squalene, and hydrating botanical ceramide. Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 3 June 2022 In addition to the top tier sunscreen filters, this product also boasts glycerin, tocopheryl acetate (a form of vitamin E), and hydroxypalmitoyl sphinganine (a ceramide) to moisturize. Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health, 31 May 2022 Smooth a few drops of GH Seal star Mary Kay’s ceramide, hyaluronic acid and glycerin concentrate onto skin to reinforce its moisture barrier. April Franzino, Good Housekeeping, 13 May 2022 In fact, Dynevor’s skin regimen is comprised completely of products from the brand—with the ceramide cream, face oil, and SPF following. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2022 When scanning your ingredient lists, look out for ceramide NP, AP, EOP, NG, NP, NS, as well as phytosphingosine and sphingosine. Sarah Han, Allure, 21 Oct. 2021 Regenerating Exfoliating Cleanser with its apricot microspheres, no more than three times a week, and following it up with a calming elixir with soothing ingredients such as ceramide and chamomile. Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 3 May 2021 See More
Lindsay Colameo, Peoplemag, 17 Aug. 2022 The Beautybio kit features a Quench ceramide cream and a cryo-sculpting roller to help give your skin some TLC. Kristin Granero, SELF, 15 July 2022 The essence is a milky-oil hybrid with key rose botanic—a rose blend packed with phytonutrients—along with fortifying rose petal extract, soothing damascena rose water, sweet almond oil, squalene, and hydrating botanical ceramide. Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 3 June 2022 In addition to the top tier sunscreen filters, this product also boasts glycerin, tocopheryl acetate (a form of vitamin E), and hydroxypalmitoyl sphinganine (a ceramide) to moisturize. Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health, 31 May 2022 Smooth a few drops of GH Seal star Mary Kay’s ceramide, hyaluronic acid and glycerin concentrate onto skin to reinforce its moisture barrier. April Franzino, Good Housekeeping, 13 May 2022 In fact, Dynevor’s skin regimen is comprised completely of products from the brand—with the ceramide cream, face oil, and SPF following. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Jan. 2022 When scanning your ingredient lists, look out for ceramide NP, AP, EOP, NG, NP, NS, as well as phytosphingosine and sphingosine. Sarah Han, Allure, 21 Oct. 2021 Regenerating Exfoliating Cleanser with its apricot microspheres, no more than three times a week, and following it up with a calming elixir with soothing ingredients such as ceramide and chamomile. Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 3 May 2021 See More Word History
Etymology
cerebroside + amide
First Known Use
1958, in the meaning defined above
Medical Definition
ceramide
noun
cer·amide ˈsir-ə-ˌmīd
: any of a group of amido sphingolipids formed by linking a fatty acid to sphingosine and found widely in small amounts in plant and animal tissue