Considered polynucleotide treatments but want to avoid injectables? This hydrating serum combines salmon DNA and hyaluronic acid and has been hailed “glass skin in a bottle”
The landscape of skincare treatments has changed drastically over the last few years, with injectables like polynucleotides becoming much more popular and commonplace in skincare routines. However, if you want to avoid needles altogether, or just want to try something less invasive before committing to a big treatment, this serum is considered a winner by beauty lovers.
The Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum mirrors polynucleotides in that they both contain salmon DNA, however you don’t need a needle in sight to enjoy the benefits of the serum. Plus, at £20 for a 30ml bottle, it’s considerably more affordable than an appointment with an aesthetician, with zero downtime after using it.
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Now, obviously getting salmon DNA injected under your skin’s surface means it’ll get to work faster and you can be more targeted about where it’s placed and how much is applied. However, the Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Serum blends salmon DNA, collagen and hyaluronic acid together to create a topical skincare treatment that you can use every day.
The hyaluronic acid and salmon DNA work together to plump up fine lines and boost the elasticity levels of your skin, which can help slow down signs of aging. It also uses molecular weight collagen to improve the look of textural irregularities and give skin a long-lasting glow that locks in moisture.
The Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Serum also uses capsule technology within the serum to help the active ingredients absorb even deeper into your skin, reaching multiple layers of your epidermis to create fuller, more hydrated skin almost instantly. You only need to apply a few drops to your skin, and it’s recommended you apply it after cleansing and toning but before moisturiser, to allow the lightweight formula to easily penetrate your skin’s layers.
Medicube has also launched its own line of PDRN (salmon DNA) skincare products that help you get the benefits of the controversial skincare ingredient from home. The Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum is now £14.80, down from £16.90, and contains five types of peptide complex, niacinamide, adenosine, and Ocimum Sanctum (Holy Basil) leaf extract alongside the salmon DNA. You can also pick up the Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Jelly Overnight Mask for £11.99 (was £16.90) for four masks.
However the Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Serum has gotten rave reviews from LookFantastic shoppers, with one saying: “This serum is amazing, totally transformed my skin and gives me such a lovely glow.”
Whilst a second called it: “Glass skin in a bottle” and added: “A brilliant hydrating serum. This really does give glass skin. Will definitely be repurchasing.”
And third added: “Consistency is much thinner than other hyaluronic acids I’ve used but the results are still fab, and my other skin care layers better with this consistency.”
Some were less impressed with the serum, with a shopper writing: “I like it, but don’t feel I’ve quite seen the glass skin effect promised.”
And another who wrote: “There’s so much hype around PDRN at the moment so I purchased this after some great reviews from an influencer. Unfortunately, I’ve not seen any difference after using it for 3 weeks but maybe it’s too early to tell. I will continue to finish the bottle. Good value but I don’t think I’ll re-purchase.”
However almost every other review for the Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Serum was five stars, with another happy shopper saying: “Hydrating and plumping! Has not clogged pores or caused break outs. I suffer with dry but blemish prone skin and this is great.”
And someone else praising: “Amazing serum, not sticky and light to absorb, I have combination skin and depending on the products I use sometimes serums don’t agree with the moisturiser, this one works with any moisturiser or spf you want to use.”
