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Evidence-Based Skin Health

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better evidence.

The only platform that grades skincare ingredients, oral supplements, and nutrition for skin — and shows how they work together.

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20 Ingredients 11 Supplements 7 Protocols 9 Comparisons

Topical Ingredients

20 evidence-graded profiles. Retinoids, acids, antioxidants, barrier ingredients — every claim backed by research.

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Oral Supplements

11 supplement profiles with dosing, forms, and how each interacts with your topical skincare routine.

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Complete Protocols

7 goal-based protocols integrating topicals, supplements, and lifestyle for acne, ageing, rosacea, and more.

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Protocol GeneratorPersonalised protocol from 10 questions Nutrition ScorerScore your diet for skin health Ingredient DecoderDecode any product's ingredient list Interaction MatrixVisual grid of every interaction Meal GuideFull day of meals for your concern Timeline TrackerWhen to expect results Stack CheckerCheck for conflicts and synergies Routine BuilderBuild an AM/PM routine

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What are you working on?

Acne & Breakouts

Evidence-based actives and protocols for clearer skin.

Targeted brightening with realistic timelines.

Retinoids, antioxidants, collagen — inside and out.

Gentle, minimal protocols for reactive skin.

Rebuild a damaged barrier with ceramides and simplicity.

Low-irritation routines that prioritise calm.

Every claim is graded by evidence strength

We assign grades per specific outcome, not per ingredient. Read our methodology →

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Retinoid Adapalene Brightening Agent Alpha Arbutin Topical Active Azelaic Acid Antibacterial / Oxidising Agent Benzoyl Peroxide All 20 →

Carotenoid Antioxidant Astaxanthin Protein / Peptide Collagen Peptides Essential Mineral Magnesium Water-Soluble Vitamin Nicotinamide (Vitamin B3 Oral) All 11 →

Compare Azelaic Acid vs Benzoyl Peroxide Compare Glycolic Acid vs Salicylic Acid (AHA vs BHA) Compare Hyaluronic Acid vs Ceramides Compare Niacinamide vs Vitamin C All 9 →

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DermaProtocol provides educational decision-support content. It is not medical advice. Individual results vary. Consult a qualified healthcare provider.