This symposium will provide a comprehensive dive into the science of ceramides and their indispensable role in maintaining a healthy and resilient skin barrier. Pharmacists will learn about the different types of ceramides, their physiological functions, and how their deficiencies of specific types of ceramides contribute to various dermatological conditions, including dryness, sensitivity, and acne. The session will share how specific ceramide formulas can be included in the management of skin conditions like acne and atopic dermatitis across all skin phototypes.

1.Explain the role of ceramides in skin barrier structure and function. 

2.Differentiate key ceramide types.

3.Recognize how ceramides contribute to common skin conditions such as dryness, atopic dermatitis, and acne.

4.Integrate ceramide-containing formulas into management of dryness, atopic dermatitis, and acne, across phototypes.

Sponsored by L'oreal

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