Product Deep Dive
Product Deep Dive
A compromised skin barrier often leads to dryness, sensitivity, redness, stinging from actives, slow healing and accelerated ageing. Our 4% ceramide + 4% centella asiatica serum is specifically formulated to rebuild and reinforce the barrier while delivering powerful soothing and recovery benefits. Combining high-strength ceramides with potent centella asiatica extract, this multi-tasking treatment restores balance, calms irritation and hydrates deeply — making it an essential for sensitive, reactive, dry, dehydrated, post-treatment or barrier-compromised skin.
Why This 4% Ceramide + 4% Centella Combination Excels
4% Ceramides — A clinically relevant concentration of skin-identical ceramides (typically NP, AP, EOP blend) replenishes the lipid “mortar” in the stratum corneum. This directly reduces transepidermal water loss, strengthens the barrier, improves hydration retention and protects against environmental aggressors.
4% Centella Asiatica Extract — Rich in madecassoside, asiaticoside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid, centella is renowned for its anti-inflammatory, wound-healing and barrier-supporting properties. It calms redness, reduces irritation, accelerates recovery and supports collagen synthesis for healthier, more resilient skin.
Together, these actives create a synergistic effect:
Rapidly repair a damaged barrier
Soothe and desensitise reactive skin
Lock in moisture for lasting plumpness
Reduce sensitivity to actives (retinoids, acids, vitamin C)
Support long-term skin health and tolerance
Dermatological studies show that ceramide + centella combinations significantly improve barrier function, reduce transepidermal water loss and calm inflammation — often within days — with continued improvements in softness, resilience and comfort over 4–8 weeks.
4% Ceramide + 4% Centella Asiatica
Type: Serum
Strengthens and calms your skin with our 4% ceramide + 4% centella asiatica serum. This lightweight, fast-absorbing treatment replenishes essential lipids, reinforces the skin barrier, deeply hydrates, soothes redness and irritation, and supports recovery for sensitive, dry, compromised or reactive skin. Ideal for daily use to achieve resilient, plump and calm complexion.
Key benefits
Key benefits
Powerful Barrier Restoration — Replenishes essential lipids to strengthen and protect the skin
Intense Soothing & Anti-Inflammatory — Calms redness, irritation, stinging and sensitivity
Deep, Multi-Layer Hydration — Plumps skin and prevents dehydration
Accelerated Recovery — Supports healing after exfoliation, retinoids, treatments or environmental stress
Lightweight & Layerable — Absorbs quickly, no residue — perfect under moisturiser or SPF
The silky, fast-penetrating texture feels comforting and layers seamlessly — ideal for morning and evening routines.
Suitable skin types
Suitable skin types
- Dry
- Sensitive
- Oily
- Combination
Product Deep Dive
Product Deep Dive
A compromised skin barrier often leads to dryness, sensitivity, redness, stinging from actives, slow healing and accelerated ageing. Our 4% ceramide + 4% centella asiatica serum is specifically formulated to rebuild and reinforce the barrier while delivering powerful soothing and recovery benefits. Combining high-strength ceramides with potent centella asiatica extract, this multi-tasking treatment restores balance, calms irritation and hydrates deeply — making it an essential for sensitive, reactive, dry, dehydrated, post-treatment or barrier-compromised skin.
Why This 4% Ceramide + 4% Centella Combination Excels
4% Ceramides — A clinically relevant concentration of skin-identical ceramides (typically NP, AP, EOP blend) replenishes the lipid “mortar” in the stratum corneum. This directly reduces transepidermal water loss, strengthens the barrier, improves hydration retention and protects against environmental aggressors.
4% Centella Asiatica Extract — Rich in madecassoside, asiaticoside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid, centella is renowned for its anti-inflammatory, wound-healing and barrier-supporting properties. It calms redness, reduces irritation, accelerates recovery and supports collagen synthesis for healthier, more resilient skin.
Together, these actives create a synergistic effect:
Rapidly repair a damaged barrier
Soothe and desensitise reactive skin
Lock in moisture for lasting plumpness
Reduce sensitivity to actives (retinoids, acids, vitamin C)
Support long-term skin health and tolerance
Dermatological studies show that ceramide + centella combinations significantly improve barrier function, reduce transepidermal water loss and calm inflammation — often within days — with continued improvements in softness, resilience and comfort over 4–8 weeks.
How to use
How to use
After cleansing and any lightweight serums (e.g. hyaluronic acid or niacinamide), apply 2–3 drops to face and neck. Gently pat in until absorbed. Use AM and/or PM. Especially beneficial after active treatments (retinoids, acids) or in dry/cold weather. Visible improvements in calm, hydration and resilience often appear within 1–2 weeks, with optimal barrier strength and comfort after 4–8 weeks.
Hero Ingredients
Hero Ingredients
- 4% Ceramide
- 4% Centella Asiatica
Suitable product combinations
Suitable product combinations
- 1% Ceramide
- 1% Raspberry Extract
- 2% Hyaluronic Acid
Ingredient List
Ingredient List
Aqua, Ceramide NP, Centella Asiatica, Betaine, Glycerin, Propanediol, Beta Glucan, Bis-PEG-8 Dimethicone, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Beta Vulgaris, Polyglutamic Acid, Opuntia Coccinellifera Fruit Extract, Hydrolysed Corn Starch, Aureobasidium Pullulans Ferment, Saccharomyces Ferment, Phenoxyethanol, Ethyhexylglycerin.
We are
We are
- Vegan friendly
- Cruelty-free
- Cosmeceutical grade
- Fragrance-free
- Made in South Africa
Tips
Tips
Patch test first. Suitable for pregnancy and breastfeeding (consult a doctor if unsure).
Dermatologist-tested to ensure optimal skin compatibility and efficacy. This formulation has been independently evaluated to confirm its safety and performance across a range of skin types.
4% Ceramide + 4% Centella Asiatica
- 5 stars: 26 (79%)
- 4 stars: 6 (18%)
- 3 stars: 1 (3%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)
The serum is very hydrating, it keeps the skin soft & plump. It just has a strange smell that I am not a fan of.
Very hydrating
Wooow the immediate difference on my skin is amazing 👏 , I have been using for about 2 weeks now and my skin is loving this and will surely repurchase
It is as great as i had been made to believe. It leave my face soft and supple. I feel it is moisturising and repairing. Best purchase from the women’s day sale!
Absorbs quickly, leaving skin soft and hydrated.
Soft on my skin and very hydrating
This my to go calming serum, not sure why I ca no longer find it on Takealot..it's a must have in one's routine.
First time trying this serum and it’s the best of the best! I’m forever gonna use it.. It’s so perfect! I suffer from dry skin and it properly hydrates my face and plumps and gives it a very beautiful glow.. It’s calming and quite suitable with most acids..
I have only recently started using this product and are absolutely amazed at the difference in my skin's appearance......feels fantastic and looking so much softer. Love it.
My skin is repaired... Love it ❤️
Very Good!
Thick with an okay smell.
I usually use it at night after retinol.
Soothing and moisturising.
I love it,had a barrier problem and it’s coming alright
Haven't been using it for long but it seems to be a good fit for my skin. Makes my skin hydrated but not oily.
Love it.
This product together with the hyaluronic acid serum does wonders for my dry skin especially in winter. This is my second purchase and noticed this one has a more smoother texture which I love.
This product is amazing!! 10/10... my skin is literally glowing.
I don’t like the color when you apply on the face it leaves brown stain on clothes
My skin was drying out as the season changes & within 2 days, I could feel a massive difference. Shoutout to the Fundamentals Team for never disappointing!!
My skin looks so beautiful with in 2 weeks already I can see changes
Love it. Reduces the redress of my rosacea.
Great product, I can really see the difference. I will be purchasing again
This serum is absolutely amazing. Before i started using it, i had a damaged skin barrier, I am talking red bumps and sensitive skin. I started using this product, and within a week, i could see a difference. My red bumps are all gone now, and my skin is GLOWING. I will never stop using this!
If I could give it more stars, I would. This serum singlehandedly saved my dehydrated skin from the dry winter, my skin barrier is intact and I am able to use exfoliants with little to no irritation.
The ceramide serum is different in that it is thicker and a surprise at first. But once i got used to it I had no problems. Not sure in terms of change to skin but that i presume is that we need to use ceramides etc for long term - forever
Ever since covid time, I was constantly at war with my skin. I had these dry patches that no one could miss. When I say I tried everything, I really do mean everything. This product was actually the first thing worked from the beginning and its something I CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT!! I am forever grateful ❤
Just started using it but so far the product seems to be very good. I just find difficulty in getting it into and out of the dropper because the content is thicker than the other serums but the bottle and dropper is the same.
This is an amazing serum! Instantly saw a difference in my redness and even my melasma.
It feels amazing on the skin!
Love the texture, and its doing great for my skin
I don’t regret this purchase😭👌🏿 i love love if your skin is purging, the answer is ceramides. if you over exfoliated=ceramides. Skin recovers overnight with this product. I love. Will buy again and again
Absolutely love this and it will definitely replace my hyaluronic acid as it gives instant moisture and glow for very dry skin. Works great with the ceramide moisturizer
This addition to my skincare products has made my skin feel softer and plumper than ever. I love it❤️
At first I thought there must be something with the consistency but the lady at Fundamentals assured me that it a thick brown consistency. It makes my skin texture better. Will defnitly recommend this product.
It's very hydrating. It locks in the moisture for the whole day.

