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Why Winter Is the Perfect Season for High-Strength Retinol

TIMING IS EVERYTHING! When it comes to active skincare, timing is everything—and when it comes to high-strength retinol, winter is your skin’s sweet spot. Retinol, a powerful derivative of vitamin A, is one of the most effective ingredients for addressing fine lines, uneven texture, sun damage, and breakouts. But as transformative as it is, it also comes with a catch: sensitivity. That’s where winter becomes your skin’s best friend. 1. Less Sun, Less Risk Retinol increases your skin’s sensitivity to UV rays. During the sunnier months, this can heighten your risk of UV damage and post-inflammatory pigmentation, especially when using higher concentrations. But in winter, UV exposure naturally drops, meaning there’s less environmental stress on your skin and a lower...

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The 4 Pillars of Skincare: A Guide to Healthy, Radiant Skin

Achieving and maintaining healthy, glowing skin isn’t about chasing trends—it’s about understanding the essentials. Think of them as the “4 Pillars” of a solid skincare routine: Vitamin A, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, and Hyaluronic Acid. Each plays a distinct role in protecting, repairing, and rejuvenating the skin. 

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From ATP to ZINC

From ATP to ZINC Our Top 10 active ingredients in Derma Energy - Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP), Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA), Vitamin C, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, Peptides, Vitamin A (retinol), Rumex, Tazman Pepper Berry and Zinc. These are the solutions to hydrated, soft, refined, dewy, healthy looking skin!

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Q&A With Derma Energy Founder and Formulator Sean Abel

Derma Energy was originally created for a younger demographic, the brief was light-weight, breathable skincare. We wanted to create a medical cosmeceutical that leaned into preventative care. We know prevention is better than cure. We think most skincare lines are desperately trying to turn back the clock (with minimal success). It’s the analogy of applying an antioxidant to a cut apple. Yes it will delay the apple from turning brown (oxidizing) but once it has oxidized, applying the antioxidant post oxidation will not return the apple to its healthy state. The same goes for the skin. It’s much harder to reverse skin damage.

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