Beauty expert Caroline Hirons has praised the Medik8 Exo-PDRN Prismatic+ serum, priced at £79, describing it as bringing 'genuine innovation to skincare'. The product, which launched in May, is included in her recently sold-out Collagen Support Kit.
Serum's key features
Hailed as a 'Youthful Vitality Serum', the Medik8 product claims to absorb two times better and penetrates 60% deeper than traditional PDRN, which is derived from salmon DNA. It is made with a Triple Exosome Complex, packed with up to 151 billion exosomes per bottle, along with GF MiniProtein™, a concentrated blend that boosts natural cellular signalling to repair, strengthen, and reinforce the skin barrier.
The brand adds that the 'ATP Precursor supports the skin's natural processes involved in visible rejuvenation, for a smoother, more revitalised complexion'. The serum boosts skin tone, texture, rejuvenation, and luminosity while soothing the skin. It can be used morning and night and contains around 80 uses per bottle, which at £79 works out at roughly £1 per use.
Hirons' application tips
In a recent Instagram video applying the contents of her Collagen Support Kit, Hirons said: "Super easy to apply. Two pumps. Ample." After applying it down her neck, she commented on how quickly it absorbs, saying: "It's already almost dried up on my face, beautiful."
The serum also features in Hirons' own Medik8 edit on the brand's website. One notable feature is that the Prismatic PDRN is vegan and made without animal-derived ingredients.
Alternatives and customer reviews
For those who don't mind the original salmon-based PDRN, Anua's PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum, £20, combines PDRN and Hyaluronic Acid to deliver plumping moisture for a smoother, firmer skin appearance. Viral skincare brand Medicube offers its PDRN Pink Peptide Serum for £13.99 at Sephora, which, as Sephora notes, 'delivers visible results in 2 weeks through 10,000ppm salmon PDRN, restoring skin barrier and boosting collagen'.
Medik8 fans have reported impressive results, with one user noting: "I've been using EXO PDRM Prismatic alongside the peptide serum (which I've used since launch) and the results speak for themselves. I'm honestly stunned at how effective these products are, and the difference in my 62-year-old face is incredible." Another hailed it as 'Youth Juice', saying: "After 7 days, my fine lines diminished and I had a lovely glow to my face," though they shared one complaint about the applicator process being difficult to set up.
A third user remarked: "I'm not sure what kind of sorcery this is, but this product does wonders to your skin from the get-go," adding that the serum absorbs instantly and leaves skin smooth and luminous.
