There’s no shortage of serums, vials, and concentrates in professional skincare, but not all formulas are created for the same purpose. At TalaDerma, we created both boosters and ampoules to support the skin before, during, and after advanced treatments. But we often get one key question:

“What’s the difference between the two?”

The short answer: Boosters are for professional use immediately after treatments, while ampoules are designed to be used at home to support and maintain results. Both are packed with NAD+ and performance-focused ingredients, but their structure, concentration, and intended use are very different.

Understanding how and when to use each one is essential for maximizing skin recovery and getting the most out of your treatments.

What Are Boosters?

TalaDerma’s boosters are professional-use-only formulations designed to be applied right after advanced procedures like microneedling, peels, lasers, or energy-based treatments. When the skin is most vulnerable and reactive, these formulas deliver fast, targeted support to help calm, replenish, and fortify the skin barrier.

Each booster is packaged in pre-measured 1.8 mL syringes for hygienic, single-use application. They’re designed to be used directly after treatment (not during needling) when the skin needs immediate reinforcement.

Key benefits of TalaBoost Boosters:

• Applied post-treatment to calm and restore the skin

• High concentrations of NAD+, peptides, and active ingredients

• Single-use, sterile presentation for professional hygiene

• Fast-absorbing, lightweight, and non-irritating

TalaDerma offers three boosters - VitaFirm, LumiVive, and CicaDerm each tailored to different post-treatment needs like firming, brightening, or calming inflammation.

What Are Ampoules?

Ampoules are formulated for home care use, giving clients an easy way to support their results between treatments. While they contain many of the same active ingredients as the boosters - including NAD+ - they’re balanced for daily, ongoing use without overstimulating the skin.

Think of ampoules as treatment extenders. They don’t replace in-office procedures, but they work alongside them to reinforce what the skin has already started to do. They’re especially helpful in protocols that require barrier repair, pigment support, or collagen renewal.

Key benefits of TalaDerma Ampoules:

• Designed for consistent daily use at home

• Help maintain and enhance results after professional treatments

• Packed with NAD+, peptides, botanical extracts, and brightening agents

• Versatile enough to be used in facials, retail regimens, or sensitive skin protocols

Each formula, VitaFirm, LumiVive, and CicaDerm, is tailored to support a different skin priority: firming and collagen support, brightening and antioxidant repair, or barrier recovery and inflammation control.

Why TalaDerma Offers Both

Boosters and ampoules work best when used together. Treatments like microneedling or peels trigger controlled inflammation, and while that’s part of the repair process, the skin also needs targeted support to heal properly.

• Boosters deliver that support at the critical recovery window - within minutes of completing the procedure.

• Ampoules carry that support forward, giving clients a way to nourish and strengthen the skin daily, without introducing irritation or stress.

Both categories feature bioavailable NAD+, and both are formulated to deliver visible results without disrupting the skin’s balance. But they serve distinct purposes, and that’s what makes pairing them so effective.

How to Use Boosters and Ampoules in Practice

Here’s how they work together in real-life treatment protocols:

Microneedling or Microchanneling:

• Apply the booster (VitaFirm, LumiVive, or CicaDerm) immediately after the treatment.

• Send the client home with the matching ampoule to use daily post-treatment.

Chemical Peels:

• Use the booster post-neutralization to replenish and protect the skin barrier.

• Recommend the ampoule as part of a post-peel recovery plan, especially if redness or dryness occurs.

Laser or RF Treatments:

• Choose a booster that fits the skin’s immediate needs (CicaDerm is ideal for inflammation).

• Continue with the ampoule to support barrier recovery and hydration at home.

Sensitive or Compromised Skin:

• Use ampoules in the treatment room during gentle facials or LED therapy.

• Recommend as part of a daily calming routine to rebuild skin strength over time.

The Bottom Line

Boosters and ampoules may look similar, but they serve very different functions in your treatment plan. Boosters are concentrated, professional-use formulas for immediate post-procedure care. Ampoules are gentle, daily-use products designed to extend those results at home.

When used together, they create a comprehensive recovery system that supports the skin from treatment table to home care routine.

Want help choosing the right booster-ampoule pairing for your protocols?

Visit our product pages or reach out for support. We’re here to help you build results-driven plans that keep your clients glowing long after they leave your treatment room.