wheat polar lipid complex

Wheat polar lipid complex (WPLC) is a standardized dietary supplement ingredient derived from wheat, primarily composed of sphingolipids (ceramides) and digalactosyl diglycerides (DGDG). Marketed under the brand name Ceramosides, it is designed to enhance skin and hair health through oral supplementation. The complex works by replenishing essential lipids in the stratum corneum, thereby improving skin hydration, elasticity, and barrier function, and reducing signs of aging such as wrinkles. In hair care, WPLC has been shown to reduce hair shedding and promote growth by modulating the hair cycle, specifically increasing the anagen-to-telogen ratio. It is also being investigated for its potential to alleviate vaginal dryness in postmenopausal women. WPLC is available in both oil and powder forms for inclusion in various supplement formats.

Brand names

Ceramosides

Other names

wheat polar lipidswheat extract rich in polar lipidssphingolipids and digalactosyl diglycerides