Face care with salmon sperm: the trendy K-Beauty

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From Korean laboratories to cosmopolitan trends, skincare with salmon sperm continues to awaken curiosity and fascination. This bold innovation, a symbol of the extravagant ambitions of K-Beauty, is making a stunning mark in the luxury universe, captivating skincare enthusiasts around the world.

A revolutionary cosmetic trend

At the heart of this revolution lies a groundbreaking serum offered by the brand Rejuran, created from polynucleotides extracted from salmon testicles and sperm. This treatment, which involves hundreds of micro-injections, promises to stimulate cellular regeneration and provide an unparalleled glow. However, this journey towards perfect beauty is not without pain, with prices reaching up to $1,000 in the United States.

“It’s to have beautiful skin,” declares a Californian, emblematic of this quest for perfection.

On social media, images of spectacular transformations flood in, testifying to an irresistible enthusiasm for this controversial treatment. Searches for the term “salmon sperm” have exploded by 5,000% in a year, while Korean companies continue to triumph in the global market.

Although the FDA limits its use to topical applications, the demand remains strong. Some practitioners highlight alternatives like micro-needling, emphasizing a trend where the boundary between medicine and cosmetics blurs.

K-Beauty, with its ability to attract and innovate, is redefining beauty standards. As Western brands attempt to adapt, the cultural impact of South Korea on the cosmetic industry is just beginning, promising new revolutions to come.