Skincare glossary
PDRN / polynucleotides
DNA-derived ingredients originally used in clinical and injectable treatments, now appearing in topical skincare.
- Who it suits
- Those curious about regenerative skincare trends, with realistic expectations.
Why are PDRN and polynucleotides used?
Riding the wave of “regenerative skincare”, but a topical serum is a very different thing from the injectable treatment it's often compared to.
Worth knowing
The clinical evidence for injectables is far stronger than for topical serums. Don't expect the same results from a bottle.
Articles mentioning pdrn / polynucleotides
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