The Longevity Protocol is a dual-action longevity skincare treatment that combines a concentrated growth-factor serum with a barrier-supporting moisturizer in one step. It’s engineered to target both visible aging and prevent underlying biological aging markers such as inflammation, collagen decline, and impaired cellular repair.

DL-01 is Darkfin Labs’ proprietary complex that uses a blend of bio-designed growth factors, including EGF(Epidermal Growth Factor), FGF2(Fibroblast Growth Factor), IGF-1(Insulin-like Growth Factor), and biomimetic peptides that support cellular communication, collagen synthesis, and regenerative repair. Together, they help restore firmness, smoothness, and overall skin vitality.

We encapsulate our growth factors inside plant-derived phospholipid liposomes that mimic your skin’s natural membranes. This protects the delicate proteins from degrading on the skin’s surface and ensures they’re released slowly and steadily into the epidermis—where they can stay active and actually perform.

Growth factors are fragile proteins that break down quickly from air, oxidation, other ingredients in formulation, and temperature shifts. DL-01 protects them inside a stable lipid membrane (100% plant-derived), shielding them from exposure to elements and ensuring time-controlled release into epidermis and dermis.  

While retinol and other peptide products also claim anti-aging benefits (such as collagen production, increased cell turnover ect.) Longevity Protocol uses multiple factors in DL-01 to target synergistic pathways, attacking and preventing damage at multiple key angles. In a head-to-head clinical study with retinol serum, DL-01 performed 2x better at wrinkle reduction and significantly better at metrics such as pigment reduction and increasing skin elasticity. 

Active ingredients in Longevity Protocol have been scientifically and clinically shown to increase firmness, reduce skin texture, even skin tone, improve elasticity, and a noticeable decrease in inflammation-related redness. Over time, it supports stronger collagen networks and healthier baseline skin function. 

Longevity Protocol supports the reduction of texture roughness, uneven tone, early fine lines, firmness loss, collagen decline, dullness, dryness, and inflammation-related sensitivity. It's also a preventative skincare that targets underlying and invisible aging signs to delay visible skin aging.

Yes. Longevity Protocol along with our antioxidant hydration system work together to support healthy cellular signaling, reduce inflammatory stress, and maintain a more youthful cellular environment.

Longevity Protocol is formulated to be lightweight, non-comedogenic, and acne-safe. Its calming actives help reduce inflammation, which is a major driver behind breakouts.

Apply 1–2 pumps on clean, dry skin after cleansing and before sunscreen. Use in both AM and PM daily. It can replace your serum and moisturizer steps entirely.

Yes. Longevity Protocol pairs well with other actives. If using strong retinoids, apply Longevity Protocol before as a barrier buffer to minimize irritation. If using acid, apply LP after to soothe and protect. 

Both, after cleansing face. Morning use helps restore glow and reduce inflammation; evening use supports overnight repair.

Use 2 pumps for the whole face, and an additional pump for neck and chest.

Absolutely. Longevity Protocol creates a smooth, hydrated base that layers beautifully under makeup and sunscreen. 

One 40 mL bottle typically lasts 4–6 weeks with daily use.

Yes. Longevity Protocol is gentle enough for all these areas.

Yes. Longevity Protocol is formulated to calm inflammation and support barrier repair, making it suitable even for reactive or compromised skin.

Longevity Protocol does not contain retinoids or known pregnancy-restricted ingredients. However, we always recommend checking with your healthcare provider.

Longevity Protocol is safe to use with injectables. Its growth factors may help maintain smoother texture between treatments and speed up skin healing process post-laser treatments. 

Yes. Longevity Protocol is excellent for post-procedure recovery, but timing depends on the treatment. Follow your professional’s guidance before applying any active product to healing skin.

Yes. Longevity Protocol is vegan, cruelty-free, and formulated without parabens, silicones, mineral oils, or drying alcohols.

2 years. 

Closed cap and store away from direct heat or sunlight. No refrigeration required.

Each bottle contains 40 mL / 1.35 fl oz.

The bottle is fully recyclable, and refillable options are in development for future launches.

Our novel complex DL-01 has multiple growth factors to signal fibroblasts to restore collagen networks and improve the elasticity of the extracellular matrix.

Yes. Our proprietary complex DL-01 includes barrier-strengthening growth factors and soothing antioxidants that calm redness and replenish the skin’s natural moisture shield.

By supporting cellular turnover, hydration balance, and collagen architecture, Longevity Protocol helps resurface roughness and restore bounce.

The growth factors in Longevity Protocol’s core complex DL-01 enhance communication between skin cells and encourage more efficient repair, especially after environmental stress.

Most moisturizers work on hydration alone. Longevity Protocol delivers bioactive longevity factors that revive the skin’s internal repair system, AND provide a powerful hydration system that locks in your skin moisture. It is a multitasking step that replaces your serum and moisturizer.

In clinical studies, users of DL-01 and its ingredients notice smoother texture and reduced redness within 2 weeks. Firmer, more resilient skin continues to develop over 6 –12 weeks.

Your skin will gradually return to its baseline state. Results are maintained with consistent use.

Yes. Longevity Protocol is designed to support universal biological pathways of aging and repair.

Absolutely. Its growth factors and liposomal delivery system make it especially beneficial for age-related dryness and thinning.

Yes. Longevity Protocol is ideal for longevity-minded users looking to prevent future collagen loss and keep their skin functioning youthfully for a longer time.

Longevity Protocol is formulated by Darkfin Labs’ in-house scientists in New York City and manufactured in California, United States in an FDA-registered cosmetic facility.

Currently we only ship to the US. We are working on global shipping and hopefully can reach more customers very soon. 

We do not accept returns, but we can offer a refund(we can’t safely sell opened skincare, and shipping it back to just discard means more environmental impact).

If you’ve encountered quality issues such as damaged bottles, manufacturing defects, or are otherwise unhappy with your purchase, please email us, and we are happy to offer a refund after reviewing your case.

Yes. Darkfin Labs offers subscription purchases at a lower price so you never run out of your routine.

You can reach us anytime at support@darkfinlabs.com.