Winter can wreak havoc on otherwise healthy skin, and can be even more damaging for those of us with sensitive, reactive skin types. Which is why ensuring your winter skincare routine is armed with all the barrier protection, skin renewal and revival ingredients nature has to offer is crucial. And boy does nature have a lot to offer. With the endless advances in technology, discoveries of ingredients and their efficacy, we think it’s about time we shine a light on what makes Vemel’s products exceptional; our hero ingredients. So, meet Vemel’s hand-picked winter warriors, survivors of extreme weather conditions, ready to leave your skin thriving. And don’t worry, we’ll be sure to keep you in the know of how to get hold of these ingredients to
1. Collamung Ferment
Despite being relatively unknown to the average consumer, this ingredient is making waves in the collagen-boosting sector of skincare, and for good reason! This ground-breaking ingredient works wonders to restore and fortify our skin barrier while simultaneously delivering deep and lasting hydration. Collamung Ferment is sourced through the fermentation of the humble mung bean, and yet the result for our skin means it is rich in bioavailable nutrients that mimic the essential building blocks of healthy skin. This is why it does such an incredible job of repairing damage caused by harsh winter climates, such as dryness, dehydration, and sensitivity.
Unlike traditional animal-based collagen, Collamung Ferment is wholly plant-powered, cruelty-free, and eco-conscious, making it a sustainable approach to caring for your skin and our planet. Backed by clinical studies, Collamung Ferment has been shown to provide a soothing effect in 81% of users and to increase hydration by 41.4%, making it a standout ingredient for sensitive and reactive skin types.
To enjoy the many benefits of Collamung Ferment, try the Vemel Collagen Boosting Hydration Cream. With its incredible blend of 19 hand-selected high-performance actives, this cream is the perfect moisturiser to naturally boost collagen and deliver long-lasting hydration, leaving your skin looking its absolute best, come rain or shine.
2. Seabuckthorn Extract
Seabuckthorn is the epitome of resilience in an ingredient. Native to some of the world’s most unforgiving environments, from windswept mountain ranges to frosty coastal regions. Seabuckthorn is extracted from the seeds/berries of the Hippophae Rhamnoides plant – a plant thriving in conditions where most would wither, braving harsh winds, freezing temperatures, and nutrient-poor soil. It’s a survivor, and that’s why it’s a superstar for your winter skincare routine. This hardy little berry is packed with skin-loving nutrients, from rare omega fatty acids to an abundance of vitamins that help nourish and repair. Seabuckthorn doesn’t just survive in extreme climates – it thrives. Packed with all the goodness under the sun, from skin nourishing compounds linoleic and linolenic acid, palmitoleic acid and vitamin E; this powerful combination gives us that soothed, supple skin we want by repairing the skin barrier. The carotenoids in Seabuckthorn is what gives it that noticeably orange/red colour, a powerful antioxidant which helps both prevent and repair sun damage on the skin. All of these benefits as well as the hydrating and nourishing properties that come with Seabuckthorn can be found in three of our deeply nourishing products.
Vitamin Rich Face Butter: Your go-to for instant, nutrient-dense glow. Think of it as a winter cocoon for your skin. Marigold Nectar (Body & Hair Oil): Not just for your skin! This luxurious blend hydrates, repairs, and leaves both your skin and hair feeling silky soft and rejuvenated. Advanced Protective Serum: Our ‘Super Serum’ winner for 2024, brimming with berry-powered antioxidants to revitalise and protect your skin.
3. Algae Complex
At Vemel, we believe in each and every ingredient that is hand-selected for our products, and we feel passionately about going above and beyond to source the very best for you and your skin. So, when we came across Algae Complex, we knew we needed to feature it in our products! A collagen-boosting ingredient that relies on nature’s goodness and isn’t animal-based. Born in the wilds of the Pyrenees lakes and perfected in the lab, this incredible wild strain of algae is like a tiny superhero for your skin. Imagine it thriving in the icy depths of Alpine waters, laughing in the face of freezing temperatures and harsh winter conditions. We’ve taken its secret weapon—its ability to hydrate, repair, and restore—and bottled it up just for you. Now, no matter how frosty the air or how biting the winds, your skin can stand strong, hydrated, and glowing, just like this little algae legend. Winter, bring it on! And don’t just take our word for it—Algae Complex delivers clinically proven results:
Firming effect: 8%, Toning effect: 12%, Smoothing effect: 4.1%, Decreased wrinkle depth: 15% & Improved skin radiance and glow: 10%
All of this is thanks to microalgae’s ability to prevent the degradation of collagen and elastin—helping to maintain the skin’s structural integrity and unveiling a healthier, more youthful-looking complexion. Its antioxidant-dense and nutrient-rich nature made it a must-have ingredient for our Eye & Lip Cream and Advanced Protective Serum. With these, you can repair and balance your skin microbiome through algae’s effective cell renewal abilities and enjoy the glow that comes with a strengthened skin barrier.
4. Desert Date Oil
Derived from the tree ‘Balanites Aegyptiaca’, or the Desert Date Tree, is fatty acid rich and nutrients dense oil, prized for its ability to nourish and protect the skin. This fatty acid powerhouse thrives in some of the driest, toughest climates on Earth, so it knows a thing or two about holding onto moisture and protecting what matters most. Think of it as your skin’s desert oasis—deeply nourishing, intensely protective, and always ready to save the day. It’s high vitamins A and E and linoleic acid content means it works wonders to deeply hydrate the skin whilst also promoting skin elasticity. It’s natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties mean it is perfect for soothing irritation and preventing and repairing environmental damage (like the harsh winter weather!). Despite being so nutrient rich, it is it’s lightweight texture which allows it to deeply penetrate the skin and deliver this goodness without clogging pores. And just like all the previous winter warriors, Desert Date Oil, also has a remarkable ability to thrive in extreme climates, however in this case it is able to thrive in extreme arid environments, despite the lack of rain. To enjoy this ingredient and make the most of it’s reparative, restorative and hydration properties, opt for our Collagen Boosting Hydration Cream to see an overall healthier, more youthful and calm complexion.
5. Sea Silt Bioferment
Looking for the secret to keep skin calm and balanced this winter? This is just the ingredient your skin is calling for. These sediments thrive in an environment that’s constantly shifting—sun-drenched days, tidal currents, and the interplay of heat and marine nutrients. Through bio fermentation, their natural benefits are supercharged, making them a detoxifying, rejuvenating treat for your skin. It’s like bottling up a little of Hawaii’s resilience and brilliance to bring out your skin’s best glow! Full of amino acids, trace minerals and antioxidants this ingredient works magic when it comes to detoxifying, remineralising and restoring the skins natural balance. It strikes the perfect balance in drawing out impurities whilst also nourishing and hydrating the skin, meaning it is perfect for improving skin texture and clarity yet is still soothing for irritated, inflamed skin. It was for all these reasons that it was a must have ingredient in the Vemel Reviving Serum Cleanser, the best way for you to make use of this powerful ingredient. This multitasking marvel offers everything from gentle exfoliation, deeply cleansing the skin and still maintaining the skins hydration, so you can rest assured your winter skin is clean but not compromised. This product is the perfect pro-aging cleanser, leaving your skin feeling and looking youthful and whilst there’s a lot of emphasis on keeping the skin hydrated with serums and moisturisers during the winter, keeping the skin cleansed and clarified is crucial to having a clean base for your other products to follow.
Being selective in the ingredients you opt for during winter can make all the difference from simply surviving the season versus truly thriving. Which is why choosing nutrient rich, clarifying yet calming ingredients is just what your skin is asking for to be its healthiest self, whilst always being mindful of our planet. So when the weather comes at our skin in full force, we’re putting our best foot forward to fight back.