Salmon Facials: Why Everyone’s Talking About This Next-Level Glow
Salmon may be best known as a superfood, but now it’s making waves in skincare. The latest buzz? Salmon PDRN, a powerful ingredient derived from salmon DNA that’s quickly becoming one of the most exciting treatments for skin rejuvenation. Think smoother texture, firmer skin, and that radiant, lit-from-within glow.
What Exactly Is Salmon PDRN?
PDRN (polydeoxyribonucleotide) is a DNA fragment that helps repair and regenerate skin at a cellular level. Originally used in medicine for wound healing, it’s now being embraced in aesthetics for its ability to restore elasticity, brighten tone, and bring tired skin back to life.
“It’s not just another trendy ingredient,” says Dr. Stuart Kaplan, Beverly Hills Dermatologist and Founder of KAPLAN MD Skincare. “The science behind PDRN is real, and the results we see in patients are incredible.”
Dr. Kaplan’s Injection-Only Approach
In 2023, Dr. Kaplan introduced advanced Salmon PDRN injections at his Beverly Hills practice. Unlike many providers who apply PDRN topically with microneedling, he takes a different route: he injects it after mixing with Botox (botulinum toxin type A).
Why? Because for him, it’s all about maximizing results. “When you inject PDRN, you’re getting 100 percent of the benefit,” he explains. “If you just apply it on the surface, most of the product never makes it deep enough into the skin. I don’t want my patients wasting time or money on something that doesn’t deliver.”
By combining PDRN with Botox, Dr. Kaplan achieves a two-in-one effect: smoother fine lines and longer-lasting skin rejuvenation. The result? Patients walk out with skin that looks firmer, brighter, and more youthful, and only continues to improve with time.
The Perfect At-Home Pairing
Of course, in-office treatments are just one piece of the glow equation. Dr. Kaplan always recommends pairing procedures with high-performance skincare to extend results. That’s where hisDiamond Contour Collection comes in.
For patients who love the lifting and firming power of PDRN, Dr. Kaplan points to the Diamond Contour 1 Minute Skin Tightening Retinol Concentrate. “The Retinol Concentrate works in a similar way by boosting collagen and tightening the skin, making it an excellent at-home companion to in-office treatments,” says Dr. Kaplan.” he says. With 3% Active Retinol, Pro-Peptide Complex, and Vitamin C, it smooths fine lines and restores radiance in just 60 seconds a day.
A Glimpse Into the Future of Skincare
Salmon facials might sound like a trend, but with Dr. Kaplan’s science-driven approach, they’re here to stay. “My philosophy has always been to combine the best of clinical medicine with the best of luxury skincare,” Dr. Kaplan shares. “That’s how you get results that look natural, last longer, and keep people glowing.”
From cutting-edge injections to diamond-powered treatments at home, this is the new era of skin rejuvenation, and it’s anything but fishy.
