Ceramide Barrier Support Cream
R299,00
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The Results: Instantly stabilises and calms reactive skin.
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The Science: Uses Ceramides, Panthenol, and Oats to reinforce surface integrity.
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The Safe Choice: Optimized for all South African skin types (Fitzpatrick I-VI).
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The Texture: Rich, high-absorption formula with no greasy residue.
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Best For: Dry, Dehydrated or Sensitive Skin; the ideal “safety net” for active treatments.
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This Ceramide Barrier Support Cream: Professional Lipid Formula is a professional-grade restorative moisturiser designed to maintain the skin’s natural lipid balance. In my experience, a resilient surface barrier is the most critical part of any advanced skincare routine. If the natural protection is compromised, active treatments may cause sensitivity rather than results.
This principle is a central focus of my work, Why is my pigmentation getting darker?, which explores how a compromised barrier contributes to the surface heat and irritation that can stall progress on dark marks.
According to clinical studies on Defective Barrier Function in pigmented skin, this skin type often exhibits a thinned surface and requires extended time for recovery.
Without optimal surface integrity, the skin remains vulnerable to environmental stressors like UV and pollutants, making a "barrier-first" approach essential to breaking the cycle of sensitivity. By prioritizing surface resilience, you provide the skin with the structural strength needed to tolerate high-potency brightening treatments without the risk of rebound darkening.
Ceramide Barrier Support Cream Key Actives & Formulation Benefits:
Ceramides: Essential lipid components that maintain the skin's structural integrity. They facilitate moisture retention and reinforce the natural surface barrier against external stressors.
Hyaluronic Acid: A high-capacity humectant that attracts and binds moisture to the surface layers, promoting a plumper, more refined, and youthful-looking complexion.
Niacinamide (Vitamin B3): A multifunctional active with potent calming properties to stabilize sensitive skin while supporting barrier resilience and refining the appearance of aging skin.
Ubiquinol (CoQ10): A professional-grade antioxidant that provides a robust defense against environmental oxidative stress, supporting the skin’s natural maintenance and surface health.
Panthenol (Provitamin B5): Functions as a moisture-binding agent to maintain suppleness. Its soothing properties are ideal for stabilizing dry or reactive skin types.
Hemi-Squalane: A lightweight, non-comedogenic emollient that provides intense hydration without a greasy residue, perfect for maintaining moisture in dry skin without congestion.
Shea Butter: A lipid-rich emollient that deeply hydrates and provides a protective environmental shield for sensitive and lipid-depleted skin.
Colloidal Oats: Renowned for their comforting properties, oats provide significant surface stabilization for sensitive skin, addressing dryness through deep nourishment.
Urea: A natural moisturizing factor (NMF) that pulls hydration into the skin while providing mild keratolytic action to gently refine texture and soften the surface.
Usage Instructions: Apply a pea-sized amount to cleansed skin, focusing on areas requiring intensive moisture support. Can be used morning and evening as the final step in your hydration protocol.
The Contraindications: Because this is a lipid-rich restorative formula, it is not recommended for individuals with active acne or severe congestion. If you have oily, blemish-prone skin, please consult our Treatment Hub for a lightweight alternative.
Important Notice: For External Use Only. Our formulations are designed for cosmetic and professional personal care. We recommend a patch test before full application to ensure compatibility with your specific skin profile.
SKIN TYPES
Dry, normal, combination, sensitive, dehydrated
HOW TO DO A PATCH TEST
Performing a patch test is a crucial step when introducing a new skincare product to your routine, as it can help you to determine whether the product/s is safe for your skin and whether you may have an adverse reaction to it. Here are the steps for performing a patch test:
- Choose a small area of skin on your inner forearm or behind your ear that is easily accessible and not visible.
- Apply a small amount of the product to the area and spread it evenly. You can use a cotton swab or your finger to do this.
- Wait for at least 24-48 hours and observe the area for any signs of redness, itching, swelling, or irritation.
- If you do not experience any adverse reactions after 24-48 hours, it is likely safe to use the product on your face.
HOW TO USE
Cleanse your skin with a gentle cleanser such as our Honey and Oats Cleanser.
Optional: Apply a hydrating serum.
Apply a liberal amount of moisturiser on your face, or where needed.
In the daytime, follow up with sunscreen.
Our Ceramide Barrier Support Cream should be used twice a day or as required.
SUNBURN ALERT
While this product is unlikely to cause sensitivity to the sun, you should always wear sunscreen and reapply every two to three hours.
PRODUCT SIZE
30 grams
INCI
Aqua, cetearyl alcohol, PEG-20 stearate, hemi-squalane, shea butter, grapeseed oil, dimethicone, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycerine, urea, sorbital, ceramide NP, stearic acid, niacinamade, panthenol, hyaluronic acid, ubiquinol, oats, vit E, liquid germall plus, allantoin, citric acid
DISCLAIMER
This product has been tried and tested. ShaRique Skin is not responsible for any individual adverse reaction to the use of its products. The use of all products is solely at the end user’s risk.
Our Barrier Repair Cream works well with these two products.
| Weight | 449 kg |
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