The key to radiant, supple, youthful-looking skin is hydration and good skin hydration depends on a class of lipids known as ceramides. Found in both plants and animals, ceramides are waxy bioactive lipids that serve as the main component of the stratum corneum, the outermost layer of the epidermis, where they form a protective barrier to prevent excessive water loss and help maintain skin elasticity. Unfortunately, as we grow older, the level of ceramides in the epidermis declines, causing the skin to lose moisture and elasticity, which can lead to visible signs of aging. The good news is that by supplementing your diet with phytoceramides you can replenish the skin's ceramide content, restoring what age takes away for a healthy, youthful glow. Swanson Ultra Advanced PhytoCERAMIDES veggie capsules feature Ceramosides(R), a highly concentrated source of phytoceramides extracted from non-GMO wheat. Certified gluten free, Ceramosides(R) has been clinically shown to improve skin