STRESS BALANCE ADAPTOGEN BLEND
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STRESS BALANCE ADAPTOGEN BLEND
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The evening step for skin that never gets a real chance to recover.
Physician-Formulated · Dr. Gilbert Maleke, MD
PM Ritual · Skin Longevity Protocol™ — Step 05 · Taken before sleep
You feel it before you see it. The tension you carry all day, sleep that never quite restores you, and skin that looks worn because of both.
Cortisol, the stress hormone, quietly speeds up how skin ages. Taken before sleep, this is the keystone step that helps your body wind down so your skin can actually recover overnight.
The calm your whole routine was missing.
- Wind down at night, for real The relief of a body that finally downshifts before bed.
- Wake up genuinely restored Deeper rest is when your skin does its repair, and its best work.
- The keystone that ties it together Lower the stress load and every other step works better.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
“You cannot out-supplement chronic stress. Address it, and the whole system finally works as one.”
— Dr. Gilbert Maleke, MD · Founder, VitaalSkin
KSM-66®
Most studied ashwagandha extract
27%
Average cortisol reduction in trials
22+
Clinical studies behind it
100% Vegan
30-Day Guarantee
Made in USA
Physician-Formulated
The stress dimension of skin aging
You can nail the serums, the supplement, even the sleep hygiene. And still see it, the tiredness that stress quietly leaves on your face.
Here is the missing piece. Cortisol, your stress hormone, accelerates how skin ages, breaking down collagen and interfering with the repair your skin is meant to do overnight.
That is the stress dimension of skin aging. This is the keystone that finally addresses it, calming the body in the evening so your skin can recover the way it should.
How it feels
Less about what it does.
More about how you feel doing it.
Calm before bed
The relief of a body and mind that finally downshift, instead of racing long after your head hits the pillow.
Truly rested mornings
Waking up feeling restored for once, and seeing it in skin that looks less worn than you expected.
A settled mind
The quiet confidence of feeling more resilient to the days that used to leave you frayed.
What changes, and when
Honest timelines.
Real biology takes weeks, not hours.
We will never promise overnight transformation. Here is what most people notice, in the order they tend to notice it, taking it consistently every evening.
Weeks 1–2
Settling
The nervous system begins to downshift. Many notice easier evenings and calmer wind-downs first.
Weeks 3–4
Sleep
Rest tends to feel deeper and more restorative, the foundation everything else builds on.
Weeks 6–8
Resilience
Day-to-day stress feels more manageable, and skin often looks less worn and more rested.
Weeks 12+
Balance
The compounding benefit of a lower stress load on how your skin ages over time.
These are typical observations, not guarantees. Skin biology varies from person to person. The one variable in your control is consistency.
Proof & formulation
Six actives. The hormonal side of skin aging.
Chosen for their roles in stress biology, cortisol regulation, and the hormonal architecture that governs how skin ages. Not a generic calm blend.
Why a physician made stress the keystone
In plain terms: you can support the skin from the outside and the cell from within, but if cortisol stays high and sleep stays poor, you work against yourself every single night. Managing the stress load is what lets all the other steps hold.
That is why it is Step 05, the keystone. It is the piece that ties the whole system together.
“You cannot out-supplement chronic stress. Address it, and the whole system finally works as one.”
Dr. Gilbert Maleke, MD · Founder, VitaalSkin
KSM-66® Ashwagandha
600 mg · 5% withanolides · the cortisol lever
A gold-standard cortisol-reduction extract with 22+ clinical studies, shown to lower serum cortisol by 27% in double-blind trials. Supports sleep architecture and stress resilience.
L-Arginine
300 mg · the circulation support
A nitric oxide precursor that supports healthy blood flow, vascular tone, and cardiovascular wellness.
Maca Root Powder
150 mg · Lepidium meyenii · the vitality adaptogen
An adaptogenic root traditionally used to support energy and vitality.
Panax Ginseng Powder
100 mg · the clarity adaptogen
A classic adaptogen for mental performance and endurance under stress.
Shatavari Powder
50 mg · Asparagus racemosus · the balancing botanical
An Ayurvedic botanical used in balancing and nourishing formulas.
Vitamins D3, B6, B12
D3 20mcg · B6 2.5mg · B12 25mcg · the micronutrient base
Essential micronutrients for energy metabolism, immune function, and cognitive health.
Vegetarian (HPMC capsule)
Gluten-free
Lactose-free
Non-GMO
Corn-free
Hormone-free
Halal
Alcohol-free
Full supplement facts
Active per serving: Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol) 20 mcg, Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) 2.5 mg, Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin 1%) 25 mcg, KSM-66® Ashwagandha Extract (Withania somnifera, root) 600 mg, L-Arginine 300 mg, Maca Root Powder (Lepidium meyenii, root) 150 mg, Panax Ginseng Powder (root) 100 mg, Shatavari Powder (Asparagus racemosus, root) 50 mg. Other ingredients: HPMC (vegetable capsule). Do not exceed the recommended dose. Pregnant or nursing mothers, children under 18, and individuals with a known medical condition, particularly thyroid conditions, should consult a physician before use. May interact with sedative medications. Store in a cool, dry place.
How to take it
Two capsules. Before sleep. Every evening.
Take two capsules in the evening with water, ideally 30 to 60 minutes before bed. It works overnight, calming the body so your skin can do its repair while you rest.
PM · Before sleep
Take before bed
Two capsules each evening with water, ideally 30 to 60 minutes before sleep. Designed to support your natural wind-down.
The keystone
The overnight multiplier
By lowering the stress load, it helps every topical active you applied that evening work better while you sleep.
Evening Protocol
- PDRN Serum (topical, first)
- Retinol + Peptides (3–4×/week)
- HydraBarrier HA Cream (seal)
- Stress Balance (2 capsules, before sleep)
Dosing Guidelines
- 2capsules per day
- PMEvening, before sleep
- 6ozwater minimum
- 30d60 capsules = 30-day supply
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a known medical condition, consult your physician before use. Ashwagandha may interact with thyroid medications and sedatives. Keep out of reach of children.
Why VitaalSkin
Most brands sell you products.
We built you a system.
This blend is not a standalone hero. It is Step 05, the keystone that completes one connected method, addressing the stress load that works against every other step, where every ingredient was chosen for its role, never for the marketing.
A system, not a shelf
Five steps designed to work together in sequence. No random layering, no competing formulas.
Inside-out by design
Topical and internal, because skin longevity is a whole-body process, not a surface one.
Vegan and plant-derived
Every active is vegan and of plant origin. Clean formulas, clinically dosed, nothing ornamental.
Formulated by a physician
Built by Dr. Gilbert Maleke on 30 years in preventive medicine, not by a trend team.
Where this began
Prevention, not correction.
For 30 years, Dr. Gilbert Maleke watched patients invest in every part of their health, then treat their skin only after the damage showed. He built VitaalSkin to change the order of things. To support skin before it asks for help, the way the rest of preventive medicine already does.
“Skin does not exist outside the body. It deserves the same preventive thinking we already apply to the rest of our health.”
Dr. Gilbert Maleke, MDPhysician · 30 years in preventive medicine · Founder
Discover the brand →Real results, real words
We do not invent reviews.
Longevity takes time, so we let real results accumulate honestly.
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This felt like the final step that brought everything together. The whole protocol just makes more sense when I use this consistently.
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I love how complete the routine feels with this included. It gives me that polished, intentional feeling I want from skincare.
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This is the kind of step that makes a system feel real. It doesn’t feel random at all but feels thoughtful and well put together.
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Your questions, answered
Stress Balance Adaptogen Blend FAQ
What does the Stress Balance Adaptogen Blend do?
It supports your body's response to stress and its natural wind-down for sleep. KSM-66 Ashwagandha helps lower cortisol, the classic adaptogens support resilience and energy under stress, and the added vitamins support nervous system and cognitive function. The goal is a calmer stress load, which is one of the most under-addressed drivers of how skin ages.
Will it make me drowsy? Can I take it during the day?
It is designed for the evening to support your natural wind-down, not to sedate you. Most people take it 30 to 60 minutes before bed. It is not a sleeping pill, so it will not knock you out, but taking it at night is when it fits the protocol best.
How long before I notice anything?
Many people feel calmer evenings within the first couple of weeks, deeper rest around weeks 3 to 4, and better day-to-day stress resilience by weeks 6 to 8. The benefit to how skin looks builds over time as your stress load and sleep improve. Consistency matters most.
Can I take it with medication, thyroid or sedative?
Please check with your physician first. Ashwagandha may interact with thyroid medications and sedatives, and it is not recommended if you are pregnant or nursing. If you manage any medical condition or take prescription medication, talk to your doctor before starting.
Why does stress affect my skin?
Cortisol, your main stress hormone, breaks down collagen and interferes with the repair your skin does overnight. Chronic stress and poor sleep quietly undo part of the work your serums and supplements do. Managing that load is the missing dimension of skin aging, and the reason this is the keystone step.
Is it vegetarian, and what is in the capsule?
Yes. It is vegetarian, gluten-free, non-GMO, halal, and uses a plant-derived HPMC capsule. Full supplement facts are listed in the formulation section above.
When and how should I take it?
Two capsules each evening with water, ideally 30 to 60 minutes before bed. One bottle of 60 capsules is a 30-day supply. It is the final step of your evening routine, after your topical steps.
What is your return policy?
Every order is backed by a 30-day guarantee. Give it an honest try for the full window. If it is not right for you, contact us and we will make it right.
Where would you like to start?
This blend completes the system. Step 05, the keystone.
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Stress Balance Adaptogen Blend
The keystone, on its own. The simplest way to address the stress load that quietly works against your skin.
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Explore the protocol →These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Formulated and manufactured in the USA in FDA-registered, GMP-certified facilities.