Biologique Recherche has relaunched its VIP O2 line with a patented melatonin-powered complex that enhances oxygenation at a cellular level. The result: visibly better hydration, protection, and radiance for skin exposed to urban stress.
The VIP O2 relaunch isn’t just about improved formulas, it’s about activating your skin’s natural ability to breathe, glow, and defend itself. By harnessing empowered melatonin, Biologique Recherche pushes oxygenation deeper into the skin's mitochondria.
At KarinaNYC, we offer expert guidance to help you incorporate this upgrade into a regimen that works. Let’s explore what’s changed, and why your skin will thank you.
The Original VIP O2 Line: What Made It Beloved
Before it became the star of 2025, VIP O2 had already earned a permanent spot on my shelf. Living in New York and flying often, I leaned on it whenever my skin felt dull, depleted, or off from stress and pollution.
Formulated with yeast extract, dandelion, and Biologique Recherche’s original oxygenating complex, it created a breathable shield that held oxygen at the skin’s surface, right where it was needed most. It brought back clarity and softness fast.
Masque VIP O2, in particular, became my go-to ritual the moment I unpacked from a long-haul flight.
What Does VIP O2 Actually Mean?
“VIP O2” stands for Ventilation Infusing Power through O2. It was designed to infuse oxygen at the surface of the skin to support regeneration and luminosity, especially for skin exposed to harsh environments.
But in true Biologique Recherche fashion, the goal was never to stop at good.
The 2025 relaunch elevates that original purpose, taking oxygenation deeper, into the cells themselves, so your skin becomes an active participant in its own renewal.
From Surface To Cell: Old VIP O2 Vs. New VIP O2 Technology
To understand the evolution, it helps to compare how far this line has come.
Then: Surface Oxygenation
The original formula worked externally, forming a breathable film that trapped environmental oxygen at the surface. It delivered great results for brightening, hydration, and pollution defense.
Now: Internal Oxygenation
The new VIP O2 is powered by a patented melatonin complex with co-bioactives that work inside the skin, specifically within the mitochondria. Instead of supporting oxygen from the outside, it encourages skin cells to produce more ATP, the energy your body uses to heal, renew, and glow.
Here’s the shift in focus:
- Old = external oxygenation + pollution defense
- New = internal oxygenation + metabolic support + longer-lasting radiance
It’s the same elegance and gentleness, but now with deeper, more intelligent performance.
The New VIP O2 Complex: A Cellular Revolution
Melatonin may be best known for sleep, but on the skin, it’s something else entirely. It’s a potent antioxidant, inflammation soother, and, most importantly, a catalyst for cellular respiration.
This new formula energizes the mitochondria in your skin cells, helping them generate more ATP. More energy means better repair, faster renewal, and that glow you just can’t fake.
You’re not just getting hydration or pollution defense. You’re getting a deeper, more lasting transformation built on three pillars of high-quality skin:
- Protection from oxidative stress
- Hydration that penetrates
- Radiance driven by metabolic activity
This isn’t a surface-level glow. It’s skin that functions better, and shows it.
Your New Oxygenating Essentials: The VIP O2 Trio
Let me introduce the updated dream team, three products I reach for daily, especially when my skin feels off after travel, stress, or city life. Each one has its own role, but together? They're transformative.
1. Masque VIP O2
Detoxifying • Moisturizing • Oxygenating
This isn’t just a mask, it’s an oxygen bath for your face. Think of it as your skin’s post-flight recovery or your Monday morning reboot in a jar.
With its new melatonin infusion, it now goes beyond surface detox to energize skin cells from within.
I can already tell this is going to be one of those products you reach for when your skin feels off, like when you've had too much city air, too little sleep, or not nearly enough water.
It softens, clarifies, and brings back that quiet bounce that says, “I’m well-rested,” even when you’re not.
2. Crème VIP O2
Brightening • Protective • Regenerating
This one has always stood out, featherlight, yet incredibly effective. The updated version builds on everything it did well: still anti-pollution, still brilliant for dull, tired skin, but now with deeper, metabolic-level action thanks to the new oxygenating complex.
What excites me most is how it's designed to do double duty, protecting during the day and supporting skin repair at night, without feeling heavy or sticky.
I already know this will be the kind of cream people don’t realize they needed until they try it, especially those with sensitive skin who want that invisible shield without the weight.
3. Lait VIP O2
Purifying • Oxygenating • Gentle Cleansing
Don’t underestimate the power of a good cleanse, especially this one. Lait VIP O2 is gentle enough for everyone but effective enough to remove micro-pollutants most cleansers miss.
The new formula makes it even better at prepping skin for the rest of your routine. If you’re serious about oxygenating your skin, this is where you start.
Together, these three are your foundation for high-functioning, beautifully resilient skin. And yes, I’ve tested every one of them, more than once.
Let’s Clear Up The Confusion Around The New VIP O2
I always tell my clients: if you’re asking, someone else is too. Here are the top questions we’ve been hearing in the treatment room and inbox, and my honest answers.
Is Melatonin Safe For My Skin?
Yes. Topical melatonin isn’t hormonal the way you might think. It doesn’t affect your cycle or sleep patterns, it works as a cellular antioxidant, calming inflammation and protecting against oxidative stress.
Will The New Formula Trigger My Rosacea?
Actually, the new VIP O2 is more skin-friendly. It was designed to build resilience in compromised skin.
That said, if you’re reactive or flaring, I recommend easing in, start with Lait VIP O2 and Masque VIP O2, then introduce Crème VIP O2 once your skin is stable.
“Why Does The Texture Feel Different?”
Because it is different, and that’s a good thing. The updated actives have a smoother, more luxurious finish. It absorbs faster and feels like it’s actually doing something, because it is.
You’ll notice more hydration and less tackiness.
How Does This Work With My Existing Br Routine?
Seamlessly. VIP O2 pairs beautifully with Masque Vivant, Lotion P50, and all the quintessential serums.
If you're unsure about layering or sequence, book a consult with us. We’ll build you a custom plan that gets results, not confusion.
Will This Replace My Current Favorites?
Not necessarily. This isn’t about replacing, it’s about upgrading. If you already love the original VIP O2, you’ll likely love the new one more.
And if you’ve never tried it? This is the perfect time to start, especially with the trio approach.
How Do I Know I’m Getting The Real Thing?
At KarinaNYC, you don’t have to worry. We’re a certified partner, and we test everything. No gray market stock, and no expired product. Every item you get from us has been stored properly, kept fresh, and recommended based on what your skin actually needs.
You're not just buying a product, you’re getting a personalized experience that makes the product work better. That’s why our clients stick with us, year after year.
Luxury Skincare, Personalized By KarinaNYC
You want glowing, resilient skin that keeps getting better over time, and that’s exactly what the new VIP O2 line delivers.
This isn’t just another relaunch. It’s a moment to recalibrate your skincare around what actually works.
For high-commitment clients, those of you juggling work, travel, family, and still wanting to look luminous in every light, this is your time. Pollution, stress, dullness, hormonal shifts, your skin is dealing with a lot.
And now, it has the tools to fight back.
Your VIP O2 Upgrade Starts Here:
✨ Complimentary Skin Consultations: We’ll guide you in integrating the new VIP O2 trio into a routine that’s built for your skin instant and your lifestyle.
🫶 Authentic Biologique Recherche Products: We only sell what we use. No third-party sellers, no guesswork. Every product is stored, shipped, and recommended with care.
💼 Treatment-Backed Results: Our exclusive facials bring these formulas to life with advanced techniques and pro protocols that amplify every drop.
Let your skin breathe deeper, glow brighter, and defend stronger, the way it was meant to. And if you’re ready to experience that kind of skin confidence, I’d love to work with you.
