Nano Recipe Salmon PDRN Versus Genabelle PDRN Rejuvenating Toner
Updated on December 26, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Nano Recipe Salmon PDRN 4 ingredients
Genabelle PDRN Rejuvenating Toner 36 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Nano Recipe Salmon PDRN 4 ingredients
Genabelle PDRN Rejuvenating Toner 36 ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Propanediol
Solvent
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dipropylene Glycol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Dna
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAdenosine
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Citrate
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Skin Conditioning
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Dna
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningAsiaticoside
Antioxidant
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
Humectant
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningWater, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Sodium Dna, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Maltodextrin, Beta-Glucan, Tocopherol, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Dna, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Madecassoside, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Tripeptide-1, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Madecassic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Asiatic Acid, Asiaticoside, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Potassium Hyaluronate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Propanediol is an all-star ingredient. It softens, hydrates, and smooths the skin.
It’s often used to:
Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use. It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.
Learn more about PropanediolSodium DNA is an emerging anti-aging ingredient.
It is created by taking deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and purifying it with sodium hydroxide.
The DNA is extracted from several different animal sources, including: calf thymus, the gonadic tissue of a male sturgeon, or herring / salmon sperm.
You have probably seen this ingredient in anti-aging skincare. But what is it?
DNA is composed of nucleotides, or chemical building blocks. Nucleotides include adenine (A), thymine (T), guanine (G), and cytosine (C). Talk about a flashback to biology! Nucleosides are formed from these nucleotides.
The science behind Sodium DNA is based on an ingredient called Polydeoxyribonucleotide or PDRN.
PDRN are DNA fragments mainly extracted from the sperm cells of trout or salmon. Meaning, PDRN can be derived from Sodium DNA.
PDRN consists of chains of nucleotides and nucleosides mentioned above. They can range anywhere from 80 - 2000 pairs.
Studies show PDRN has the following properties:
Most of the research on PDRN has been done using injectable forms. That’s important, because PDRN is a large molecule and doesn’t absorb well through the skin. So if you’re applying it topically, the effects are likely to be much milder.
Still, topical Sodium DNA is emerging as a trendy anti-aging ingredient. It’s generally well-tolerated and offers good biocompatibility with human skin, making it a low-risk addition to most routines.
Further studies are needed to truly confirm this ingredients anti-aging ability (Remember, retinol has decades of research!).
When using this ingredient, is is best to ask a brand about the source of their Sodium DNA. You'll want to find products where the Sodium DNA is sourced from fish. Some Sodium DNA is derived from calf / cow thymus.
Needless to say, this ingredient is not vegan.
Learn more about Sodium DnaWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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Nano Recipe Salmon PDRN 4 ingredients
Genabelle PDRN Rejuvenating Toner 36 ingredients
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