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Redwood City, CA

Expanding high-performance skincare tailored for athletes into broader outdoor and active markets.

• Validated product-market fit: Successfully tested and adopted by swimmers through an 18-month pilot.
• High repeat customer rate: Nearly half of revenue comes from returning buyers.
• Endorsed by professionals: Trusted by Olympians and collegiate athletes.
• Targeting large addressable market: Positioned within a $10B+ athletic skincare segment.
• Backed by dermatological expertise: Formulations developed by a Navy dermatologist.
• Community-driven growth: Awareness fueled by over 140 athlete ambassadors.

Dermasport is raising funds to scale its skincare line purpose-built for athletes who face unique challenges from sun, saltwater, chlorine, and sweat exposure. The company has validated demand through a successful pilot focused on swimmers and is now expanding its product line to serve a broader audience of outdoor and performance-focused individuals. The funds will support the development and launch of four new sunscreens, enable deeper distribution partnerships with gyms, retailers, and athletic teams, and grow strategic collaborations with national governing bodies and professional athletes. By addressing the unmet needs of athletes who require skincare that stays effective during intense physical activity, Dermasport is positioned to enter a growing niche within the broader skincare market.

The business is also investing in its team and operational infrastructure to sustain and scale growth. With a strong foundation built on years of R&D led by a Navy dermatologist, endorsement by Olympians, and grassroots awareness driven by over 140 ambassadors, Dermasport is entering its next phase. This raise will be used to expand beyond its original swim community to other athletic categories, adapting its proven formulations to meet the skincare needs of casual and core athletes alike. With market momentum and a distinct brand tailored to performance skincare, the company aims to become a recognized name among consumers demanding products that hold up under pressure.

Company Info

Dermasport offers performance-driven skincare solutions tailored for athletes, with clinically formulated products that address the demands of active lifestyles.

Dermasport is a skincare brand formulated specifically for athletes, addressing the unique challenges faced by active individuals such as exposure to chlorine, saltwater, sweat, and UV rays. Developed by a Navy dermatologist, the product line features the proprietary Ageless Recovery Complex and includes facial moisturizers, sunscreens, and cleansers that are sweat- and water-resistant. The brand is designed to provide long-lasting protection and recovery, making it suitable for swimmers, runners, cyclists, and other outdoor athletes.

The company launched with a four-step facial skincare system targeting swimmers and has since expanded its offerings in response to customer demand. With over $345,000 in sales and more than 3,000 customers during its 18-month pilot, Dermasport has demonstrated strong market traction. It benefits from endorsements by Olympians, minimal ad spend through ambassador networks, and plans to grow into the $10B+ athlete skincare market. The company is expanding into new product lines and distribution channels while maintaining lean operations supported by a seasoned leadership team and strategic advisors.