Glycosphingolipids

Functions
Origin
Glycosphingolipids

Overview

Glycosphingolipids are body-natural compounds related to ceramides. Structurally, they are ceramide-like lipids with one or multiple sugar residues attached.

They are used as emollients in skincare products, giving the skin a soft and smooth after-feel.

Science

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D'Angelo, G., Capasso, S., Sticco, L., & Russo, D. (2013). Glycosphingolipids: synthesis and functions. The FEBS journal, 280(24), 6338–6353.