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PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum | Manufacturing and Formulation Insights

This page provides an ingredient-level review of PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum by Anua. Below you’ll find the publicly available ingredient list, a dynamic ingredient breakdown linked to the FormuNova ingredient database, and a formula structure overview intended for cosmetic founders, product developers, and brand teams researching competitor product architecture in modern face serums and related Beauty & Personal Care categories. This page is a formulation and manufacturing review and does not imply or state any association between FormuNova and Anua.

Full Ingredient List

Water, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Glyceryl Oleate, Lauryl Glucoside, Myristyl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glutathione, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Sodium Hyaluronate, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Adenosine, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Sodium DNA, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Sodium Citrate, Pentylene Glycol

Formulation Deep Dive

The Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum is a high-performance aqueous serum engineered for multi-depth hydration and cellular recovery. The carrier system utilizes a high concentration of Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, and Glycerin to facilitate the delivery of encapsulated actives while providing a humectant-rich, non-tacky finish. The active performance is driven by a synergistic blend of Sodium DNA (PDRN) for tissue regeneration, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) for barrier optimization, and a complex of eight forms of Hyaluronic Acid, including Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer and Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, to ensure moisture retention across various epidermal layers. Additionally, Hydrolyzed Collagen and Glutathione provide structural and antioxidant support. The formulation is stabilized with a phospholipid-based delivery system via Hydrogenated Lecithin and utilizes a clean-label preservative strategy featuring 1,2-Hexanediol and Pentylene Glycol, further supported by the chelating properties of Sodium Citrate and Citric Acid.

Ingredient Analysis

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Water GREAT
Purified water serves as the primary, high-quality solvent in most cosmetics.
Solvent
Butylene Glycol GOOD
To hydrate and condition skin and hair, enhance the absorption of active ingredients, and improve product texture and stability.
Hydrator Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Solvent Preservative
Propanediol GREAT
Improve hydration, solubilize actives, enhance texture and absorption, support barrier function.
Hydrator Emollient Barrier Support Solvent
Glycerin GREAT
To attract and retain moisture in the skin and hair, enhancing hydration and improving barrier function.
Hydrator Moisturizer Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Soother Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent Solvent
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid GOOD
A low-molecular-weight hyaluronic acid for deeper-feeling, plumping, long-lasting hydration.
Hydrator
1,2-Hexanediol GOOD
A multifunctional glycol used as a humectant and preservative booster with mild antimicrobial activity.
Hydrator Preservative
Niacinamide GREAT
To enhance skin and scalp health by improving barrier function, reducing inflammation, and providing antioxidant protection.
Hydrator Moisturizer Antioxidant Strengthener Anti-Inflammatory Agent Barrier Support Oil Control Agent Tone Evener Anti-Aging Agent
Glyceryl Oleate GOOD
To emulsify and stabilize formulations while providing moisturizing and conditioning effects.
Emollient Texture Enhancer Conditioner Emulsifier
Lauryl Glucoside GREAT
Non-ionic surfactant for mild, effective cleansing and foam/viscosity support in sulfate-free formulations.
Texture Enhancer Cleansing Agent Barrier Support Emulsifier
Myristyl Glucoside NOT RATED
Seplife Nude GOOD
To stabilize, thicken, and texturize cosmetic emulsions while imparting a light, natural skin feel and finish.
Texture Enhancer Emulsifier
Hydrogenated Lecithin GOOD
A natural, skin-identical phospholipid emulsifier that forms liposomes and supports the barrier feel.
Emulsifier Emollient
Glutathione NOT RATED
Collagen Peptides GREAT
Enhance skin and hair structural integrity by promoting collagen synthesis and providing antioxidant protection.
Hydrator Antioxidant Strengthener Anti-Aging Agent
Sodium Hyaluronate GREAT
To attract and retain moisture within skin and hair-care formulations, improve product texture and spread, fortify barrier integrity and deliver a smoothing, plumping effect.
Hydrator Moisturizer Texture Enhancer Conditioner Soother Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent
Coptis Japonica Root Extract NOT RATED
Adenosine GREAT
Stimulates collagen production, reduces wrinkles, and soothes skin irritation.
Soother Anti-Inflammatory Agent Barrier Support Tone Evener Anti-Aging Agent
Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Leaf Extract GOOD
A soothing, purifying, antioxidant neem-leaf extract for clarifying and sensitive-skin formulas.
Soother Antioxidant
Melia Azadirachta (Neem) Flower Extract GOOD
A soothing, antioxidant neem-flower extract used to calm and clarify the look of skin.
Soother Antioxidant
Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract GOOD
An antioxidant, soothing ivy-gourd fruit extract for calming, protective botanical formulas.
Antioxidant Soother
Sodium DNA GREAT
Enhance skin regeneration and elasticity; promote hair follicle vitality.
Hydrator Antioxidant Strengthener Soother Anti-Inflammatory Agent Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent
Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract GOOD
An anthocyanin-rich eggplant fruit extract used to defend and soothe the look of skin.
Antioxidant Soother
Hyaluronic Acid GREAT
To provide intense hydration, plump the skin, reinforce the skin’s barrier, and diminish signs of aging.
Hydrator Moisturizer Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent
Hymagic™-4D GREAT
Deliver multi-depth and long-lasting hydration, enhance skin barrier resilience, and smooth texture while supporting anti-aging performance.
Hydrator Moisturizer Texture Enhancer Soother Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate NOT RATED
Potassium Hyaluronate NOT RATED
Hyaluronic Acid Crosspolymer GREAT
Provide deep and sustained hydration; enhance skin barrier function; improve skin texture and elasticity.
Hydrator Moisturizer Texture Enhancer Barrier Support Anti-Aging Agent
Ocimum Sanctum (Holy Basil) Leaf Extract GOOD
An adaptogenic tulsi extract used to antioxidant-protect and soothe the look of stressed skin.
Antioxidant Soother
Citric Acid GOOD
Acts mainly as a pH adjuster and buffer and as a chelating agent that protects formula stability and preservation; at higher leave-on levels it also serves as a mild exfoliating AHA.
Chelating Agent Exfoliant
Curcuma longa (Turmeric) Extract GOOD
Calms inflammation, combats oxidative stress, evens pigmentation, supports barrier repair, and maintains scalp health.
Cleansing Agent Exfoliant Antioxidant Anti-Inflammatory Agent Microbiome Balance Agent Barrier Support Tone Evener UV Protector
Corallina Officinalis Extract GOOD
A calcified red-algae extract rich in marine minerals and antioxidants for remineralizing, soothing formulas.
Antioxidant Soother
Sodium Citrate GOOD
To adjust and maintain the pH of cosmetic products, chelate metal ions to enhance formulation stability, and act as a mild <a href="https://formunova.com/product/preservative-effectiveness-test/">preservative</a&gt;.
Preservative Chelating Agent
Pentylene Glycol GREAT
To elevate cosmetic formulations by delivering efficient hydration, actives solubilization, enhanced texture, and supplemental antimicrobial support—thereby improving both performance and sensory quality.
Hydrator Moisturizer Texture Enhancer Conditioner Soother Barrier Support Solvent Preservative
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