The Body Deli Has Three Serums Now. Here's the One Your Skin Actually Needs.

So The Body Deli just dropped a new serum — and it's blue. Like, actually blue. Gorgeously blue. It's one of the most exciting product launches I've seen from them.

Now The Body Deli has three serums, and they each do something completely different. So let's break it down. All three. What they do, who they're for, and how to know which one (or ones) belong in your routine.

🟡 Vital C Serum - The Brightener & Damage Reverser

Category: REPAIR | Price: $28 CAD (trial) / $72 CAD (regular) | Skin Types: Normal, Sensitive, Dry, Mature

This is The Body Deli's original powerhouse serum and it's been a quiet favourite for years.

What it does:

The Vital C Serum is all about repairing past damage and bringing back glow. If your skin looks dull, tired, or like it's been through a decade of sun exposure, and it probably has been, (no judgment - same here!) then this is the one.

It's powered by Rovisome® Vitamin C - a liposomal delivery system that gets the vitamin C deep into your skin instead of just sitting on the surface and oxidizing.

Key actives:

• Rovisome Vitamin C - clinically advanced delivery for actual collagen rebuilding
• Alpha-Lipoic Acid - a universal antioxidant that works in both water and oil layers of the skin
• CoEnzyme Q10 - cellular energy support (your skin cells need fuel to repair)
• Beta Fructan - prebiotic that supports your skin's microbiome

Superfoods:

Carrot, Mandarin, Pumpkin - all packed with beta-carotene and natural vitamins that feed the skin.

Who it's for:

• You've got sun damage, dark spots, or uneven tone you want to address
• Your skin looks dull or tired and you want that "she sleeps 9 hours" glow back
• You want a solid daily antioxidant serum that protects while it repairs
• You're new to active serums and want something effective but gentle

Bottom line: If your main concern is "my skin used to glow and now it doesn't," start here. It's also the most affordable of the three and a little goes a long way.

🟢 Nutra Peptide Serum - The Wrinkle Relaxer

Category: LINE-REDUCTION | Price: $32 CAD (trial) / $90 CAD (regular) | Skin Types: Normal, Dry, Mature

This one has been on my shelf for a while, and it's the serum I recommend when someone comes to me and says "I can literally see new lines forming and I want to do something about it."

What it does:

The Nutra Peptide Serum is a targeted wrinkle relaxer. It uses peptides - specifically Tripeptide-5 - to essentially tell your skin to chill out and stop creasing so hard. (I'm oversimplifying the science, but that's basically what it does.) It supports collagen production while also smoothing existing lines.

Key actives:

• Tripeptide-5 - a wrinkle-relaxing peptide that mimics the effect of collagen-stimulating signals in the skin
• Niacinamide (B3) - the multitasker: refines pores, evens tone, strengthens barrier
• Sea Buckthorn Oil - deeply conditioning, loaded with omega-7 (rare in skincare), supports healing

Superfoods:

Wasabi (yes, wasabi ... it's an incredible skin protector), Pumpkin Seed, Olive Leaf, Green Tea.

Who it's for:

• Expression lines and wrinkles are your primary concern - forehead, around the eyes, mouth area
• You want something that actively targets line reduction, not just prevention
• Your skin is on the drier side and needs conditioning while it's being treated
• You want a peptide-based approach - no retinol, no acids, no irritation risk

Bottom line: If you look in the mirror and the lines are what bother you most, this is your serum. It's gentle enough for daily use and it won't irritate sensitive skin - it just quietly, consistently smooths things out over time.

🔵 Tri-Blue³ Complex Serum - The Recovery & Renewal Powerhouse ✨ NEW

Category: RECOVERY - Peptide Intelligence™ | Price: $41 CAD (trial) / $102 CAD (regular) | Skin Types: Normal, Sensitive, Dry, Mature

OK. This is the new one and it's pretty amazing. 

What it does:

The Tri-Blue³ Complex Serum is an advanced recovery serum built around three "blue" actives that work together to repair, protect, and renew your skin at the cellular level. It's not just treating symptoms (wrinkles, dullness, redness), it's addressing why those things are happening in the first place.

The star ingredient is GHK-Cu (Blue Copper Tripeptide) - a peptide that naturally occurs in your body but decreases as you age. Clinical studies have shown it can improve skin firmness by up to 25% and reduce fine lines by 15–20% over 12 weeks of regular use.

Then they paired it with Methylene Blue - a cutting-edge antioxidant that works at the mitochondrial level (your cells' energy source) to revitalize tired, aging skin cells. And Blue Tansy - a botanical powerhouse for calming inflammation, reducing redness, and soothing reactive skin.

Three blues. One serum. Science meets nature meets "why didn't this exist sooner."

Key actives:

• GHK-Cu Blue Copper Tripeptide - clinically proven collagen and elastin support, visible firmness
• Methylene Blue - mitochondrial antioxidant, cellular longevity, reduces oxidative stress
• Blue Tansy -rich in azulene, calms inflammation, reduces redness, soothes the barrier
• Tripeptide-5 - wrinkle relaxing (yes, this is also in the Nutra Peptide — you get it here too)
• Niacinamide - (also in the Nutra Peptide as well) tone evening, pore refining, barrier support; all around superstar ingredient

Superfoods:

Olive Leaf, Green Tea - both packed with polyphenols and antioxidant protection.

Who it's for:

• You want serious anti-aging results but your skin is sensitive or reactive
• Your skin is stressed, recovering, or dealing with redness/inflammation
• You've had a procedure, peel, or intense treatment and need recovery support
• You want a serum that does multiple things at once - firmness, smoothing, calming, protecting
• You're willing to invest in the most advanced option in the lineup

Bottom line: This is The Body Deli's most advanced serum to date. If you want the newest science, the most comprehensive actives, and a serum that works on recovery AND renewal at the same time, then this is it. It's the most expensive of the three, but it's also doing the most.

Can you use more than one?

Absolutely. Serums play well together when they have different primary functions. Use one in the morning and one at night. 

But no worries if you only want one - a good serum used consistently will outperform three serums used occasionally. Pick the one that matches your biggest concern, commit to it for 6 weeks, and then decide if you want to add a second.

The Stuff They All Have in Common

• Handmade in small batches - fresh, potent, never sitting in a warehouse for months
• Superfood-based formulas - real botanical ingredients, not synthetic fillers
• No harsh chemicals - clean, thoughtful formulations you can trust
• Designed for mature and sensitive skin - effective without being aggressive

This is why I carry The Body Deli. They make products that actually work, with ingredients I can stand behind, made by people who care about quality over volume.

Still have questions about which serum is right for your skin? Email me. I've been doing this for over twenty years and matching people with the right products is genuinely my favourite part of the job.