0:00talking head intro The scene opens with a medium close-up of a young woman speaking directly to the camera. She has long, curly brown hair with lighter highlights, freckles across her nose and cheeks, and is wearing a simple grey t-shirt. She has a nose ring and a ring on her right hand. Her expression is bright and engaging as she talks. The background is a clean, minimalist light grey wall, with a partial view of a white cabinet or shelf on the right. The lighting is soft and even, suggesting indoor natural or studio lighting. White text overlay "dermalogica" is visible at the top center of the screen. Her body language is open, and she uses hand gestures briefly at the end of the clip.
0:03product preparation b roll This scene provides a close-up, angled shot from above, focusing on a woman's hands as she prepares a skincare product. A woman with dark hair pulled back in a neat bun, wearing a grey scrub top with a subtle 'dermalogica' logo on it, is seen in the upper left of the frame. Her hands are in the lower center, holding a dark grey, matte bowl with the 'dermalogica' logo faintly visible on its side. She uses her left hand to squeeze a white, black-labeled bottle into the bowl, while her right hand holds a small, clear stirring rod. The background is a soft, out-of-focus beige wall with warm, soft lighting. The focus is sharp on the hands and product, highlighting the preparation process. The color palette is muted, dominated by greys, beige, and the white of the product.
0:08talking head product reveal The scene returns to a medium close-up of the young woman from the opening, speaking directly to the camera. Her expression is excited and her smile is wide. She is holding a white and grey Dermalogica product bottle up to her right cheek with both hands, presenting it to the viewer. Her curly hair frames her face, and her nose ring is visible. The background remains the minimalist light grey wall with a white cabinet on the right. Lighting is consistent with the first scene, bright and even. She conveys enthusiasm for the product.
0:10skin therapist applying product profile This is a close-up, profile shot of the woman skin therapist. She is seen focused on the task at hand, with her eyes cast downwards. Her dark hair is neatly pulled back. The shot emphasizes her nose and the side of her face. In the background, a soft, ambient light source, possibly a lamp, creates a warm glow. The 'Dermalogica' logo is briefly visible on the grey bowl in the foreground as she continues to prepare or apply the product. The lighting is soft and warm, creating a calming atmosphere. The focus is on the action and the subtle details of her profile.
0:12facial treatment application A close-up shot focuses on the woman from the intro (the night shift nurse) lying down with her eyes closed, receiving a facial treatment. Her curly hair is pulled back with a dark blue spa headband featuring a subtle geometric pattern. A white, creamy product is being gently applied to her face by an unseen hand using a flat brush applicator. The camera moves slightly, following the brush as it spreads the product across her forehead, cheekbone, and nose. The background is out of focus, suggesting a spa or treatment room setting with warm, diffused lighting. Her expression is relaxed and peaceful, indicating comfort during the treatment. The color palette is soft, with the white product contrasting against her skin tone and the dark blue headband.
0:17talking head product application demonstration The scene returns to a medium close-up of the young woman from the intro, demonstrating how to use the product. She faces the camera, holding her hands up in front of her chest, palms together, rubbing them slightly as if to create a lather. Her expression is educational and focused as she explains the steps. The background is the same minimalist light grey wall. The lighting is soft and even. Her curly hair is still flowing around her shoulders. She wears a grey t-shirt. The shot captures her engaging teaching style.
0:19self application foaming exfoliant This is a very close-up, slightly Dutch angle shot of the young woman from the intro applying the foaming product to her own face. Her eyes are wide open, looking slightly to the side, concentrating on the application. Her hands, with painted fingernails (silver), are actively rubbing the white, foamy product onto her cheeks, chin, and around her mouth. The product creates a rich, white lather visible on her skin. Her curly hair frames the sides of her face. The background is a soft, out-of-focus light grey. The lighting is bright and direct, highlighting the texture of the foam and her skin. The shot emphasizes the tactile experience of using the product.
0:22face washing and drying The scene shows a sequence of close-ups of the young woman from the intro. First, she covers her face with both hands, palms inward, as if rinsing. Her hands are wet and shiny, and her face is still covered in the white product. Then, she reveals her face, looking refreshed. She then brings a light beige, striped towel to her face, gently patting and drying her skin. Her eyes are open, and she gives a slight, contented smile as she dries her face, suggesting satisfaction with the result. The background remains a consistent light grey. The lighting is soft and even. This sequence demonstrates the final steps of her skincare routine.
0:26post treatment glow and call to action The scene begins with a medium close-up of the young woman from the intro, looking directly at the camera with a radiant, confident smile. Her skin appears bright and clear, reflecting a sense of well-being. She then transitions to an extreme close-up, her face filling the frame, eyes twinkling, and a wide, joyful smile. Her hands gently touch her cheeks. White text overlays "reset stressed skin" and below it, in bolder white text, "dermalogica". The background becomes dark, emphasizing her face. The lighting highlights her features and healthy-looking skin, creating an aspirational and positive mood. This final shot acts as a strong visual endorsement and brand statement.
