Barrier and Ceramide

A ceramide moisturizer helps support the skin barrier, the outer layer that keeps moisture in. Ceramides are lipids that occur naturally in skin, and Korean barrier creams often combine them with panthenol, centella or fatty acids for skin that feels dry, tight or easily irritated.

This collection brings together ceramide and barrier products from illiyoon, Dr.Jart+, Haruharu Wonder, Dr.G and Aestura: rich creams, soothing gels, toners and gentle cleansers. In winter, a ceramide cream as the last step of your evening routine helps skin feel comfortable until morning. Thicker creams suit very dry skin, while gel textures suit combination skin that still feels tight.

For more on caring for dry skin, read our guide to Korean moisturizers for dry skin.