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Sodium DNA

DNA sodium salt / Salmon DNA / PDRN precursor

Safety Notes

Polynucleotides from salmon sperm (PDRN); claimed to stimulate wound healing cell proliferation and collagen synthesis; clinical evidence primarily from injectable PDRN (medical), topical evidence weaker; requires PDRN/PN specification for efficacy claims; not vegan; growing use in K-beauty

Function & Common Use

Function

Skin Conditioning / Active (reparative)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Premium serums Korean 'DNA' skincare products

Origin

Animal (salmon milt) / Biotechnological

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium DNA safe to use in skincare?

Sodium DNA has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Polynucleotides from salmon sperm (PDRN); claimed to stimulate wound healing cell proliferation and collagen synthesis; clinical evidence primarily from injectable PDRN (medical), topical evidence weaker; requires PDRN/PN specification for efficacy claims; not vegan; growing use in K-beauty

Is Sodium DNA allowed in India?

Sodium DNA is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Sodium DNA used for in cosmetics?

Sodium DNA functions as: Skin Conditioning / Active (reparative). It is commonly found in: Premium serums Korean 'DNA' skincare products.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CASN/A
ECN/A

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