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Meet PDRN – the K-aesthetics ingredient you need in your routine!

31 Dec 2024
It's 2025 and science has entered the chat. Meet: polydeoxyribonucleotide.

Nicknamed ‘PDRN’ for short, polydeoxyribonucleotide refers to the DNA fragments found in salmon cells, used as an ingredient in skincare to boost plumpness, smoothness and overall skin radiance. Popular in Korean cosmetics, PDRN helps stimulate skin cells, promote damage repair and increase collagen production; targeting a range of skin concerns from early signs of aging, to enlarged pores and breakout scarring.

To pack even more of a punch, PDRN is commonly delivered via cosmetic injectable procedures, also known as REJURAN treatments. Expectedly, however, PDRN via injectables can cause pain, discomfort and skin sensitivity, and requires considerable downtime post-procedure. Not to mention, PDRN is sourced from salmon and is therefore animal-based; limiting those who opt for vegan and cruelty-free cosmetics. This is why we sought to discover our own plant-based PDRN alternative, still with the capabilities of enhancing skin elasticity and glow – minus the salmon and minus the sensitivity.


How exactly did we do it? We studied and extracted a DNA component from the fermented lactic acid bacteria found in our very own Jeju-grown Green Tea.
Vegan-friendly from start to finish, Green Tea PDRN™ offers very similar skin elasticity, regeneration and moisturising benefits to that of traditional salmon-derived PDRN. In fact, it’s low-molecular structure encourages quick and deep absorption within the skin, to deliver visible elasticity and glow-improving benefits – all with low irritation.


We didn’t just stop there – we wanted to formulate the perfect ingredient pairing for elasticity and pore care, with the benefits of smoothing and improving skin glow at the same time. And so, Green Tea PDRN™ met our Triple Retinol Complex™: a 0.145% combined blend of high-purity retinol and two different retinoids, to deliver both fast and longterm results.

Combining the efficacy of retinol with plant-powered PDRN, the new Retinol Green Tea PDRN Skin Booster Ampoule is our best ever bottle for smooth, plump and glowing skin.
With a nourishing serum-like consistency, this functional formula delivers pore refining, texture smoothing and elasticity enhancing benefits, all while being gentle on the skin.

Not only is the formula vegan-friendly, but its hypoallergenic tested, dermatologist tested and non-comedogenic – making it suitable for all skin types.


What else is inside?
We’ve added extra skin-loving ingredients to ensure the best smoothing, plumping, glow enhancing and pore-refining benefits possible.
Think niacinamide to brighten, squalane and vitamin E to boost moisture, and adenosine to firm.

Who needs it in their routine?
Anyone looking for elasticity care, texture care and pore care, with the benefits of boosting radiance.
The formula is suitable for all skin types, including those concerned with sensitivity.

Where does it fit in your routine?
Applying in the PM, use at your serum step and follow with moisturiser:
Cleanse > Tone > Retinol Green Tea PDRN Skin Booster Ampoule > Moisturise > Eye Cream

New to retinol?
Start with applying every second night for a week, before moving to nightly use – this ensures your skin has some time to get comfortable with retinol in your routine.
Avoid exfoliating prior to application, and be mindful not to pair with highly active formulas, including vitamin C products.

If smooth, plump and glowing skin is on your bingo card for 2025, you'll want to get your hands on the Retinol Green Tea PDRN Skin Booster Ampoule.

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