Ceramides Intensive Serum
Dr. Lamothe originally created this preparation for her five year old who suddenly had a few stubborn patches of eczema. Since it became a success for her daughter, she has shared this serum with her patients who then experienced it's same transformative effects on their skin. She sources Ceramides and related naturally derived lipids from Germany, bringing you likely the most concentrated ceramide system on the market resulting in soothed, highly moisturized (without a heavy, greasy effect) skin. Ceramides are fatty, waxy substances that make up to 40% of our epidermis (outer layer of skin)! They are part of the lipid barrier which protects your skin and allows it to hold onto water. As we age and in certain skin conditions, we lose the ability to produce ceramides and related skin lipids. With a lack of ceramides, the skin can become very dehydrated and even lead to dry, itchy flaky skin conditions. Ceramide Intensive Serum combines plant derived ceramides, cholesterol and phytosph