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PDRN-infused skincare is all the rage right now but what exactly is the rejuvenating ingredient about? Well, PDRN (Polydeoxyribonucleotide) is an anti-inflammatory and tissue-repairing agent that you may know as Rejuran’s key component. It was originally developed for medical use before being refined into a topical treatment.
Aside from supporting natural cell regeneration and healing, the mighty molecule offers a host of other benefits. Research suggests that it also improves hydration and radiance, enhances skin elasticity and reduces pigmentation for a more even complexion.
While the compound is mainly extracted from the sperm cells of salmon, skincare brands now do offer plant-powered options. If you aren’t using the ingredient yet, here are five K-beauty PDRN-infused serums to consider.
01 - Dr.G R.E.D Blemish Pore-Jet Serum, SGD43.90 for 30 ML
PDRN plays well with other ingredients too, as this serum proves. Infusing it is a blend of bakuchiol (nature’s retinol) and cica PDRN. Co-developed with Korean makeup artist Leo J, this pore and skin texture-improving serum also works to brighten and reduce the look of wrinkles for healthier looking skin. DR.G
02 - Genabelle PDRN Vita Toning Ampoule, USD40 for 30 ML
If your skin goals include brightening, hydrating and smoothing, consider this PDRN-based ampoule. It not only contains salmon extract DNA for cell rejuvenation and skin conditioning. A blend of encapsulated vitamins B, C and E further enriches the formula to even out skin tone and texture. Tripeptide further boosts skin’s collagen and elastin production. GENABELLE
03 - Innisfree Retinol Green Tea PDRN Skin Booster Ampoule, USD45 for 25 ML
Innisfree is famous for using green tea in its skincare creations. Same goes for this skin booster ampoule that uses low molecular green tea PDRN for quicker and deeper absorption. Coupling with a triple retinol complex, the dual-functional product targets wrinkles as well as skin tone for firmer, smoother and more radiant skin. INNISFREE
04 - Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Glow Serum, SGD35 for 30 ML
As its name suggests, this pink serum is here to help achieve glowing skin. Lightweight and moisturising, the formula contains up to 1 percent of salon PDRN, a blend of peptides and niacinamide. Working synergistically, they reduce the look of blemishes while improving elasticity. MEDICUBE
05 - VT Cosmetics PDRN Essence 100, USD46 for 30 ML
The PDRN this K-beauty brand uses is vegan and extracted from wild ginseng. Together with a host of moisturising ingredients, such as squalene and allantoin, the highly concentrated serum is all about brightening and firming for that healthy-looking glow. VT COSMETICS
For more information, do visit the brands’ respective sites
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