The Beauty Authority: Salmon Sperm 101

In this episode of The Beauty Authority, host Tatiana Bido talks with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Elaine Kung about the buzzy skin-care ingredient with the wildest name: salmon sperm. Also known as PDRN, this DNA-based treatment is trending in clinics and on TikTok, but does it live up to the hype? Dr. Kung breaks down what it really is, how it works, and why it’s become a favorite for boosting glow, smoothing texture and calming sensitive skin. She also shares her firsthand experience getting the injectable version in Korea and why she thinks it’s coming soon to the U.S. soon.