{"product_id":"marie-veronique-barrier-lipid-complex","title":"marie veronique \/ barrier lipid complex","description":"\u003cp\u003eRestorative CERAMIDES + FATTY ACIDS + CHOLESTEROL rebuild barrier lipid integrity. Moisturize at a profound level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEpidermal lipids are an essential part of the skin’s stratum corneum. Therefore the most effective lipids for maintaining skin health are those most identical to the epidermal lipids: ceramides, cholesterol and fatty acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese lipids also make up about 50% of cell membranes, and can be damaged due to a process called lipid peroxidation, as well as exposure to internal and external stressors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntercellular lipid damage compromises barrier function, which can lead to transepidermal water loss. TEWL can result in dryness, irritation and wrinkles. Therefore it’s evident that lipids are an integral part of skin health, and key to a well-functioning barrier system. The essence of skin moisturizing is lipid replacement, best accomplished by applying the relevant lipids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"css-accordion__content-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"css-accordion__content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBENEFITS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramides maintain youthful, plump, well-hydrated skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCholesterol lubricates surface layers, delivering an emollient + creamy texture to moisturize profoundly, without risk of irritation or breakouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiomemetic fatty acids balance skin’s oil ratio without essential oils to disrupt barrier lipid balance or threaten its microbiome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRECOMMENDED USE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake well. Dispense approximately 1\/2 a dropper and warm between hands. Massage onto face, neck and chest, avoiding eye contour area. If irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult physician. Keep in a cool, dry place, out of direct light. Use within 6 months of opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKEY INGREDIENTS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCERAMIDES Lipid molecules within cell membranes, they help cells form a protective layer that plumps skin and retains moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCHOLESTEROL An important barrier lipid, it has water-binding properties and is crucial to maintaining proper barrier function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFATTY ACIDS Polyunsaturated fats crucial to proper barrier function, examples are: Cranberry Seed oil, Black Raspberry seed oil, Chia seed oil, prickly pear seed oil, evening primrose oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePHOSPHATIDYL SERINE A phospholipid that is an important (though small) component of the lipid barrier. Some studies show topical application slows wrinkling by inhibiting enzymes that break down collagen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEICOSAPENTAENOIC ACID A vegan alternative (from algae oil) to the hard-to-get type of Omega-3 (EPA) found in fatty fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eALL INGREDIENTS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRubus Occidentalis (Black Raspberry) Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Squalane, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Seed Oil, Sambucus Nigra (Elderberry) Extract, Caprylic\/Capric Triglyceride, Salvia Hispanica (Chia) Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Mixed Tocopherols (Vitamin E), Opuntia Ficus-Indica (Prickly Pear) Seed Oil, Water, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Seed Oil, Behenyl Alcohol, Phosphatidyl Serine, Phospholipids (Soy Lecithin), Sodium Hyaluronate, Glyceryl Stearate, Ceramide NP (N-Acylated Phytosphingosine), Phytosterols (Plant Cholesterol), Eicosapentaenoic\/Docosahexaenoic Acid (Omega-3 Fatty Acids from Schizochytrium spp. Microalgae), Propanediol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Undecylenate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Xanthan Gum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrobiome-friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrance + Essential Oil free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 oz \/ 30mL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABOUT\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMarie Veronique is a science-led skincare company grounded in a simple philosophy: tell the truth. They approach skin not as something to correct, but as a dynamic system to support.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery product is formulated, developed, and tested in their lab using Good Lab Practices, then manufactured in-house under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Their formulations combine essential lipids, microbiome-supportive ingredients, and biomimetic peptides to support skin function from surface to depth, continually refined as science evolves.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFounded in Berkeley, California in 2002 by chemist and inventor Marie Veronique Nadeau, Marie Veronique began with a singular goal: to advance skin health through a deeper understanding of how skin functions. Marie’s ongoing work in research and formulation has shaped the brand into one of the industry’s most respected scientific voices, grounded in curiosity, rigor, and a long view of aging. In 2018, Kristina Holey began collaborating with the brand, joining full-time in 2021 as Director of Skin Health. With a background in science, esthetics, and holistic skin care, she expands their educational foundation and systems-based approach.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Marie Veronique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54114012037404,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/4264\/files\/0007_MarieVeronique_BarrierLipidComplex_2_2000x_345d0683-2488-4c2c-a0e2-c3311ba7d1bd.webp?v=1778785047","url":"https:\/\/www.lencollective.com\/products\/marie-veronique-barrier-lipid-complex","provider":"Len Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}