About Vigour8
Vigour8 began with a simple observation, one that came from experience, not theory.
In a high-performance training environment, where discipline, hygiene and recovery are part of everyday life, the products being used didn’t reflect the same standard. They either prioritised strength or skin comfort, but rarely delivered both.
How it started
For Brad Pickett, professional fighter, head coach, and father, that gap became impossible to ignore. Years spent in elite MMA gyms had shown him the reality of shared training spaces, demanding routines, and the impact poor-quality products could have on the skin.
When a period of recurring skin issues disrupted training within the team, the need for a better solution became urgent, not just for performance, but for his athletes long-term skin health.
The turning point
The turning point came through a long-standing professional relationship with Neil Patel. As an Elite Sports Osteopath working hands-on with patients every day, Neil faced a similar challenge: constant hand washing, exposure to bacteria, and the need to protect his own skin without compromise.
His answer had been to develop a formulation for personal use, one built around high quality naturally derived, antiseptic ingredients, and consciously avoiding unnecessarily harsh foaming agents such as SLS.
It was effective, balanced, and crucially something he trusted for his own family.
Vigour8 evolved
What began as a small, practical solution quickly proved its value. Shared within the gym, it was adopted by fighters who needed reliability under pressure. Among them was Nathaniel Wood, who went on to compete and progress into the UFC at the highest level without the recurring disruptions that had previously affected training.
From there, VIGOUR8 evolved.
Trusted by thousands
Vigour8 evolved, not as a specialist product for a select few, but as a refined essential, designed for people who expect more from their daily routine. Whether in high-intensity environments or everyday life, the principle remains the same: effective cleansing without compromising the integrity of the skin biome.
Today, Vigour8 is trusted by a wide range of users, from athletes and healthcare professionals to those simply seeking a more considered approach to personal care.