Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Skin Barrier Moisturising Cream | The Gold Standard in Ceramide Skincare
If your skin feels tight, rough, reactive, or chronically dehydrated no matter how much moisturiser you apply, the problem isn't hydration — it's your skin barrier. And nothing rebuilds it quite like the Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Cream.
A longstanding bestseller in Korean skincare and now one of the most loved barrier-repair moisturisers worldwide, the Ceramidin Cream has earned its cult status through results rather than marketing. The latest reformulation brings double the ceramide concentration — now at 2.3% — alongside an upgraded roster of skin-renewing actives that work together to restore, protect, and visibly transform compromised skin.
This is what dry skin has been waiting for.
Why Your Skin Barrier Matters — And How This Cream Fixes It
Think of the skin barrier as a brick wall. Your skin cells are the bricks, and ceramides — along with fatty acids and cholesterol — are the mortar holding everything together. When that mortar depletes through ageing, harsh weather, over-exfoliation, or simply genetics, the wall develops cracks. Moisture escapes. Irritants get in. Skin becomes reactive, flaky, and perpetually dehydrated.
The Ceramidin Cream works by replenishing exactly what's missing. Its 5-Cera Complex delivers five distinct types of ceramides that mirror the natural lipid composition of healthy skin, rebuilding the barrier from the inside out and restoring its ability to hold onto water.
Key Ingredients & What They Do
5-Cera Complex (Ceramide NP, Ceramide NG, Ceramide NS, Ceramide AP, Ceramide AS) is the cornerstone of this formula. Each ceramide type targets a different aspect of barrier function — collectively they help seal the spaces between skin cells, reduce transepidermal water loss, and rebuild the structural integrity that keeps skin looking plump, smooth, and resilient. The latest formula contains twice the ceramide concentration of earlier versions, making it significantly more effective for seriously compromised skin.
Panthenol (Provitamin B5) is one of the most reliable hydration and barrier-reinforcing ingredients in skincare. It attracts water into the skin, improves its capacity to retain that moisture, and soothes any inflammation or sensitivity — making it a natural partner to the ceramide complex. It also accelerates surface repair, which is why it's a staple in post-procedure and post-irritation skincare.
Glycerin is a foundational humectant that pulls water from the surrounding environment into the upper layers of the skin, maintaining consistent hydration levels throughout the day. In this formula it works alongside Panthenol to keep the skin continuously nourished rather than cycling between hydrated and dry.
Bifida Ferment Lysate is a fermentation-derived probiotic ingredient that supports the skin microbiome — the ecosystem of beneficial bacteria that plays a critical role in maintaining barrier health and reducing sensitivity. By reinforcing microbial balance, it helps the skin become more resistant to environmental stress over time.
Shea Butter (Butyrospermum Parkii) provides deep emollient conditioning, creating a protective layer on the skin's surface that locks in moisture and softens rough, dry texture. Rich in fatty acids and antioxidants including Vitamins A and E, it nourishes without heaviness.
Sodium Hyaluronate & Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid deliver hydration at different skin depths — Sodium Hyaluronate works at the surface while the hydrolyzed form penetrates more deeply, ensuring the cream hydrates across multiple layers of the skin simultaneously.
Beta-Glucan is a skin-repairing polysaccharide derived from oat and yeast that soothes redness, supports wound healing, and provides antioxidant protection. It also acts as a powerful humectant, contributing to the formula's lasting moisture effect.
Cholesterol works synergistically with the ceramide complex, helping to restore the natural lipid ratio of the skin barrier. Without adequate cholesterol in the barrier, ceramides alone cannot function optimally — this combination is what makes the Ceramidin formula so structurally complete.
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride & Squalane equivalents provide a lightweight occlusive layer that prevents moisture from evaporating after the humectants have drawn it in, without leaving the skin feeling greasy or congested.
Algae Extract, Beta Vulgaris (Beetroot), Malt Extract & Fructooligosaccharides round out the formula with additional hydration, antioxidant defence, and skin-conditioning properties that support the barrier's long-term health.
Clinical Results
In a clinical study of 31 women using the Ceramidin Cream for four weeks, results showed measurable improvements in both skin barrier strength and elasticity. Moisture retention was clinically proven to last for 100 hours following a single application.
In a separate consumer study, 98% of participants agreed their skin felt smoother immediately after use, 96% reported softer skin, 94% said their skin looked visibly healthier, and 93% reported relief from the feeling of dryness and tightness. 95% agreed skin felt continuously moisturised throughout the day after one week of twice-daily use.
Results from consumer and clinical use studies. Individual results may vary.
Texture, Finish & Feel
The Ceramidin Cream has a cushiony, bouncy texture that melts on contact with skin and absorbs without leaving a greasy or heavy residue. Despite its rich feel in the jar, it wears lightly on the skin — comfortable under makeup, non-pilling, and suitable for layering with SPF in the morning. The faint yellow tint is natural, derived from the formula's botanical extracts rather than artificial dyes.
How to Use
Apply morning and evening after cleansing and any targeted serums or essences. Smooth a generous amount across the face and neck and press gently with the palms until fully absorbed. Follow with SPF in the morning. For severely dry or compromised skin, layer with the Ceramidin Liquid or use overnight as an occlusive final step.
For best results, use consistently for a minimum of four weeks.
Who This Is For
The Ceramidin Cream is ideal for anyone dealing with dry, tight, or flaky skin, a weakened or compromised skin barrier, sensitivity and reactivity, skin that stings when applying products, roughness and uneven texture, dullness caused by chronic dehydration, or skin recovering from over-exfoliation, environmental damage, or harsh treatments.
Product Details
- Brand: Dr. Jart+ (South Korea)
- Available Sizes: 15ml / 50ml
- Skin Type: Dry, very dry, sensitive, barrier-compromised
- Free From: Mineral oil, phthalates, parabens, sulfates, alcohol
- Dermatologist Tested: Yes
Ingredients
Aqua, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Hydrogenated Polydecene, Methyl Trimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Vegetable Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Ceramide NP, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Olivate, Palmitic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sorbitan Olivate, Behenyl Alcohol, C12-16 Alcohols, Stearic Acid, Cetearyl Glucoside, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Butylene Glycol, Algae Extract, Eclipta Prostrata Leaf Extract, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Methylpropanediol, Cholesterol, Ammonium Acryloyl Dimethyltaurate/Carboxyethyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Malt Extract, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract, Cellulose Gum, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Fructooligosaccharides, Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Beta-Glucan, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Ceramide NG, Ceramide NS, Ceramide AP, Ceramide AS, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Dextrin, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Tromethamine, CI 19140 (Yellow 5)
Formulation is subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. Always refer to the physical product packaging for the most current ingredient information.