Richard Asarch, MD
Moisturizing Repair Cream
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Most moisturizers hydrate the surface and stop there. The Moisturizing Repair Cream was built to do more — seal the routine, reinforce the barrier, and deliver its own active repair work on top of everything applied before it. Niacinamide supports barrier function and helps visibly even skin tone. Ubiquinone (CoQ10) provides antioxidant defense at the cellular level. A repair peptide complex — Myristoyl Nonapeptide-3, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-1, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 — supports collagen integrity and visible skin repair overnight.
Dr. Asarch designed this as the final protective layer — rich enough to lock in the serums from Steps 2–4, functional enough to contribute its own clinical actives, and balanced enough to never feel heavy or occlusive.
Barrier repair. Peptide support. Antioxidant defense. The final step that earns its place.
Squalane and Shea Butter provide the lipid-rich base that mimics the skin's natural barrier composition — locking in the hydration and actives applied in prior steps without creating heaviness or occlusion. Sodium Hyaluronate adds a final layer of surface moisture retention. Together they create the occlusive and humectant seal that makes everything beneath more effective.
Niacinamide works simultaneously to reinforce the skin barrier at the ceramide level, calm visible redness, and support a more even, balanced skin tone over time. Ubiquinone (CoQ10) neutralizes free radicals at the cellular level — particularly important overnight when the skin's natural repair processes are most active and antioxidant defense is lowest.
The repair peptide complex — Myristoyl Nonapeptide-3, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-1, and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 — supports collagen integrity and visible skin repair while you sleep, making the overnight application especially important.
Results timeline: Improved comfort and hydration are typically felt within the first few applications. Visible improvements in barrier health, tone evenness, and skin texture develop over 4–8 weeks of consistent use.
Every ingredient in this formula is here for a documented reason, at a concentration that actually works.
Niacinamide
Niacinamide
Barrier reinforcement, tone support, and anti-inflammatory action
One of the most well-documented actives in dermatology. Niacinamide supports ceramide synthesis — the lipids that form the skin's barrier — while reducing transepidermal water loss. It also inhibits the transfer of melanin to skin cells, visibly supporting a more even, balanced tone over time. At therapeutic concentrations it also calms redness and sensitivity, making it especially valuable in harsh climate conditions.
Formulated at a concentration consistent with clinical studies — not the trace amount common in moisturizers that list it for marketing purposes.
Ubiquinone (CoQ10)
Ubiquinone
Cellular antioxidant defense and energy support for skin repair
CoQ10 is a naturally occurring compound in skin cells that declines with age and UV exposure. It plays a central role in cellular energy production and acts as a lipid-soluble antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals within the cell membrane where water-soluble antioxidants like Vitamin C can't reach. Overnight, when the skin shifts into its natural repair cycle, CoQ10 supports the cellular energy needed for that process to run effectively.
Chosen specifically for its lipid-soluble antioxidant action — it reaches where other antioxidants don't. Not a trendy addition. A functional inclusion.
Repair Peptide Complex
Myristoyl Nonapeptide-3, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Supports collagen integrity and visible skin repair
Three peptides with complementary roles. Myristoyl Nonapeptide-3 supports DNA repair signaling and visible skin renewal. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-1 signals fibroblasts to produce new collagen and fibronectin. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 reduces the production of interleukins that trigger visible signs of inflammation and accelerate skin aging. Together they form a repair system that works at the matrix level — addressing both structural degradation and inflammatory aging simultaneously.
A three-peptide repair system, not a single active included for label credibility. Every peptide here has a distinct, documented mechanism.
Squalane + Shea Butter
Squalane, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Barrier-mimicking lipids that seal moisture without heaviness
Squalane is structurally identical to a lipid the skin produces naturally — making it exceptionally compatible and non-comedogenic. Shea Butter provides a fatty acid profile that closely mirrors the skin's sebum composition, reinforcing the lipid barrier rather than simply coating it. Together they create an occlusive layer that traps moisture and active serums without the heaviness associated with traditional cream bases. Critical in dry, low-humidity environments where TEWL is chronically elevated.
The base of this formula isn't filler — it's a functional barrier system. Completes the sealing mechanism that makes Steps 2–4 work harder.
Barrier-Strengthening Hydration for Dry, Compromised Skin
Designed to support long-term skin health, this deeply nourishing moisturizer delivers essential hydration while reinforcing the skin’s natural protective barrier. Formulated to help the skin generate its own lipids, it supports moisture retention, comfort, and resilience—especially in dry, high-altitude, or environmentally stressed conditions.
This advanced repair cream calms visible signs of irritation while promoting a balanced, well-hydrated complexion. Its rich yet elegant texture absorbs smoothly, leaving skin feeling soothed, supple, and protected without heaviness.
Ideal for daily use, Moisturizing Repair Cream helps restore barrier integrity, improve skin comfort, and maintain hydration throughout the day—making it a foundational step in any routine focused on repair, prevention, and long-term skin vitality.
Shipping information
- Ships within 1-3 business days.
Climate performance
Moisturizing Repair Cream. Built for the Barrier Stress of Colorado.
Colorado's combination of low humidity, high altitude, and intense UV radiation creates chronic barrier stress that most moisturizers aren't equipped to handle. Transepidermal water loss accelerates in dry, cold air. UV exposure degrades the lipid barrier. And the skin's ability to generate its own protective lipids diminishes with age and environmental load. Standard moisturizers address the symptom — dry surface skin. This formula addresses the mechanism.
Dr. Asarch formulated the Repair Cream specifically for patients whose skin was chronically compromised by Colorado's climate — not just dehydrated, but structurally weakened. Barrier-mimicking lipids that seal without occluding. Niacinamide to rebuild ceramide production. Peptides and CoQ10 to support the overnight repair cycle that Colorado's environment constantly interrupts.
If it holds the barrier together in Colorado, it more than holds anywhere else.
Your routine
Step 5 is the final seal. Apply last — morning and evening — to lock in everything that came before and let the repair actives work overnight.
In their own words
"The cleanser is where every routine either earns its results or loses them. I needed a formula that genuinely prepared the skin, so that what came next could actually do its job. Not just clean. Prepare."
Dr. Richard Asarch, MD, FAAD | Founder, DermaSpa RX
"I've been using DermaSpa RX for a while now, and I can truly see a difference in my skin. It looks healthier, feels softer, and stays noticeably more hydrated, which matters a lot living in Denver, where the climate is so dry. The esthetician at a well-known spa was genuinely impressed with how hydrated and smooth my skin was when I mentioned I was from Denver."
Michelle L.
Denver, CO — DermaSpa RX full routine user
"I have used all of the DERMAspaRX products over the past 10 months and the improvement in my skin has been remarkable. At 71, I have tried countless skincare products from dermatologists as well as boutique product lines, and I can say that the DERMAspaRX products have made a bigger difference than any of them."
Bari K.
Age 71, San Diego, CA — 10 months of full routine use
Dr. Richard Asarch, MD, FAAD | Founder, DermaSpa RX
Moisturizing Repair Cream
Barrier repair, antioxidant defense, and peptide support, the final step that makes every prior step work harder.
FAQs
Can I use the Moisturizing Repair Cream every day?
Yes, morning and evening. It's designed as the final step in both your AM and PM routine. In the morning it creates a protective barrier layer before you head out. At night it seals in your treatment serums and lets the repair peptides work during the skin's natural overnight recovery cycle. Consistent twice-daily use delivers the strongest results.
Will this feel heavy or greasy?
No. Despite the rich active profile, the texture is formulated to absorb smoothly without heaviness or residue. The Squalane and Shea Butter base mimics the skin's own lipid composition rather than sitting on top of it, which is why patients with oily or combination skin as well as dry skin use it comfortably. If you live in Colorado or a similarly dry climate, the texture will feel appropriate rather than excessive.
Is this suitable for sensitive or reactive skin?
Yes. The formula is fragrance-free and built around well-tolerated actives. Niacinamide at therapeutic concentrations actually reduces sensitivity and redness over time rather than aggravating it. The peptide actives are non-irritating. If you're introducing it alongside retinol or exfoliating actives, this cream is a good buffer — the barrier-supportive base helps offset the dryness and sensitivity those actives can cause.
How long before I see results?
Improved comfort and surface hydration are typically felt within the first few applications, particularly in dry or high-altitude conditions where the barrier impact is immediate. Visible improvements in skin tone, texture, and barrier health develop over four to eight weeks of consistent use. The repair peptides and CoQ10 work cumulatively, so the longer and more consistently you use it, the more pronounced the results.
Can I use this as a standalone moisturizer without the other DermaSpa RX products?
Yes, and it will perform well. But it performs best as Step 5 of the full routine. The Moisturizing Repair Cream is designed to seal and amplify what came before it — the hydration from Hydrating B, the antioxidants from Skin Boost Gel, the renewal actives from Reclaim Plus. Used alone it delivers strong barrier repair and hydration. Used as the final step of the complete routine, each prior product works significantly harder because the barrier seal is in place.
Why is a barrier-repair moisturizer especially important in Colorado or high-altitude climates?
Low humidity, cold air, high UV, and wind all chronically degrade the skin's lipid barrier — the protective layer that keeps moisture in and irritants out. At altitude, this degradation happens faster and more severely than at sea level. Most moisturizers address surface dryness without addressing the barrier mechanism itself. The Moisturizing Repair Cream was formulated specifically for this — barrier-mimicking lipids, ceramide-supporting Niacinamide, and a peptide complex that supports the overnight repair cycle the Colorado environment constantly interrupts.
Everywhere you go, your face gets there first. Treat it well, it's the story you show the world.
– Dr. Asarch