The best salmon DNA skincare to get the ultimate glow for summer

Shopping | ES Best Home | Beauty | SkincareThe best salmon DNA skincare to get the ultimate glow for summerFrom injectable-inspired formulas to everyday serums, PDRN is the K-beauty trend rewriting your routine, says Amira Arasteh The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Rodial Salmon DNA Hydrogel Face MaskRodialAmira Arasteh2 minutes agoSign up for our free weekly newsletter for hot deals, best buys and expert reviewsSign upI would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice.Once confined to aesthetic clinics, salmon DNA skincare has officially crossed into the mainstream.If your TikTok feed hasn’t already introduced you, PDRN (polydeoxyribonucleotide) is the new “It” regenerative ingredient — derived from purified salmon DNA that’s now appearing in everything from ampoules to eye patches.Sure, it sounds like a fad, but the science behind it is what’s fuelling its rapid rise. PDRN works by stimulating skin repair, encouraging collagen production and calming inflammation, essentially acting as a support system for compromised or ageing skin.In Korea, where the trend kicked off, it’s long been used in injectable “skin booster” treatments. What’s new is the shift into topical skincare: serums and creams designed to deliver similar benefits over time, without needles. The promise? Plumper, smoother, more resilient skin (with consistent use).Read MoreShark ChillPill review: I tried the new 3-in-1 fan on the hottest day of the year (so far)The 15 Fenty Beauty essentials that are actually worth the hype in 2026, selected by a beauty writerWhy a luxury bar of soap is the chicest thing you can put on your sink right nowThe bonus? Unlike heavier anti-ageing formulations, most PDRN products lean lightweight, hydrating and layerable — making them easy to slot into existing routines, and also a lot more appealing, especially a...