DPHP (Dipalmitoyl Hydroxyproline) is a pro-collagen active built around hydroxyproline, one of the core amino acids that holds the collagen helix together. It works in three ways: contracts existing collagen fibres for an immediate firming effect, protects the dermal supporting tissue from breakdown, and supports the conditions for new collagen synthesis. The result is serum-grade firmness in an oil format, suitable for all skin types.

DPHP works differently from each. Injectables add volume by introducing filler material - they don't act on collagen itself. Peptides signal cells to produce more collagen slowly, over months. DPHP acts directly on existing collagen fibres, contracting them for immediate firmness while supplying hydroxyproline, the structural amino acid collagen needs to hold its shape. Performance comparable to clinical-grade collagen serums, in an oil format that absorbs without irritation.

Bakuchiol is a plant-derived molecule extracted from the Babchi tree (Psoralea corylifolia). It's classified as a retinol-analogue: it mimics the action of retinoids on fine lines, wrinkles, discoloration and uneven tone - without the dryness, peeling, redness, or UV sensitivity caused by stronger synthetic retinoids like Retinol, Retinal or Tretinoin. Well tolerated by all skin types, safe day or night. Best for ageing concerns, less effective on acne. Read more in our Retinoids Guide and Natural Alternatives.

No. BOUNCE° already delivers Bakuchiol, a plant-based retinol alternative that smooths fine lines without the irritation. Stacking a synthetic retinol on top doesn't double the results. It increases the risk of barrier damage. If you've been using retinol and want to switch, BOUNCE° is the swap - not the addition.

Not on the same night. Exfoliation and pro-collagen treatments belong in different phases of the cycle. The right frequency and type depend on your skin type, barrier health, skincare history, and the strength of the exfoliant - there's no universal rule. Apply BOUNCE° on your recovery and treatment nights to feed collagen and rebuild the barrier between exfoliation cycles. For the full framework, see our 7-Night Skin Cycling Guide.

Both resurface, but they work differently. MAMÃO uses papain (from papaya) and bromelain (from pineapple) — gentle natural enzymes that work on the skin's surface and are safe for more frequent use and sensitive skin. SOLE is built on AHA fruit acids that work deeper, deliver a more potent resurface, and require more recovery — 1 to 2 times a week, max. Both move skin in the same direction. They are not interchangeable. Read more in our Natural Exfoliants Trilogy article.

BOUNCE° uses Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (ATIP), an oil-soluble, stable form of Vitamin C. Unlike L-Ascorbic Acid (the most common form, found in water-based serums), it doesn't oxidise quickly, doesn't irritate, and doesn't require an acidic pH to work. It penetrates the skin more effectively, defends against free radical damage, and supports collagen - without the stinging or instability of traditional Vitamin C serums.

Ceramides are lipids that live naturally in the skin barrier, holding skin cells together and keeping moisture in. As we age, ceramide levels drop: skin gets drier, thinner, more reactive. BOUNCE° includes plant-derived ceramides that replenish what's missing, rebuilding the barrier so actives like DPHP and Bakuchiol can work without irritation. A strong barrier is the foundation every other result depends on.

Yes if the oil is weightless and low-comedogenic. BOUNCE° is built on a lightweight ester base that absorbs without leaving residue. It doesn't clog, doesn't suffocate, and doesn't trigger breakouts. One note: every oil, even the driest, will sit on the skin if you overapply. Stick to 1–2 pumps. More isn't better - it's just more.

At night, as the last step. Apply after your water-based serum so the actives in BOUNCE° seal everything in and work undisturbed through the night.

For most skin types at night, yes. BOUNCE° delivers actives, restores the barrier and locks in hydration in one step. Very dry skin types can layer a moisturiser underneath.

The DPHP active is incorporated at high temperature into a stable lipid base. Refrigeration would compromise the texture and the suspension of the active. Store below 25°C, away from sunlight.