The classic ceramide cream — thick, occlusive, fragrance-free. Three ceramides plus cholesterol and fatty acids in the ratio the stratum corneum naturally contains. Go-to for damaged barrier, eczema-prone skin, and as a winter night cream. Too heavy for most oily-skin daytime use.
The verdict
What this is good for
✓ Great forDamaged BarrierDryness
The formulation
Ingredient stack
Each ingredient is listed in descending concentration. Above the 1% line the order is regulated — below it, brands can list in any order.
Ingredients above the dashed gold line are dosed above 1% (the regulatory threshold) — these are what the formulation is really built on.
Lipids constituting ~50% of the stratum corneum intercellular matrix. Together with cholesterol and free fatty acids, ceramides form the lamellar bilayer structure preventing transepidermal water loss (TEWL) and shielding against irritants and pathogens. Levels decline with age, dry skin conditions, eczema and UV exposure. Robust clinical evidence for barrier restoration and eczema management.
A glycosaminoglycan naturally present throughout the body, holding up to 1000x its weight in water. The most powerful naturally occurring humectant. Multi-weight HA (high, medium and low molecular weight) delivers hydration at different skin depths. Production declines significantly with age.
The closest active-matched alternative is the CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion (85% active overlap). We found 6 options that share this product’s hero actives.
Skin Stacker is independent and receives no payment from any brand. Ingredient analysis is based on publicly disclosed INCI lists and the peer-reviewed literature. Formulations change — always re-check the label on your specific batch before using.