Updated September 2026 · about a 6 minute read
The short version
Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 is a hydration first daily serum where hyaluronic acid does most of the work and PDRN is a supporting ingredient. CureNex is a professional Korean salmon DNA range where PDRN is the point, from a daily peptide serum at a similar price to a concentrated skin booster. If you want a gentle, hydrating everyday serum, Anua is a fair pick. If you want PDRN itself to lead your routine, that is what CureNex is built for. See the CureNex range.
Anua's PDRN serum has become one of the most searched K beauty products in Australia, and for good reason: it is affordable, easy to find and pleasant to use. We get asked about it a lot, usually in the same breath as CureNex, so this is an honest, side by side look at what each one actually is. We do not stock Anua and we are not affiliated with them. We are the exclusive Australian and New Zealand distributor of CureNex, so read this knowing where we sit, and check the ingredient lists yourself.
First, what PDRN is
PDRN stands for polydeoxyribonucleotide, short fragments of DNA purified from salmon. In skincare it is loved for supporting the look of hydrated, calm, even skin, and for being gentle enough for people who do not get along with stronger actives. If you are new to it, start with our guide to what PDRN is and what it does for skin.
Anua PDRN Hyaluronic Acid Capsule 100 Serum
Anua's serum is a 30ml daily serum sold in Australia for around $49. The name tells you the priority: hyaluronic acid. Anua lists eleven forms of hyaluronic acid, led by hydrolysed hyaluronic acid at 29,049ppm, alongside niacinamide, glutathione and hydrolysed collagen. The PDRN (listed as sodium DNA) sits at 100ppm, which is where the "100" in the name comes from. It uses Anua's low molecular capsule format and is pitched at all skin types, including sensitive skin.
In plain terms, it is a very good hydrating serum with a little PDRN in it. That is not a criticism, it is simply what the formula is.
CureNex salmon DNA PDRN
CureNex is a professional Korean line built around salmon DNA PDRN, used by clinics and skin therapists in Korea, the UK, Europe and Australia. In Australia it comes in two tiers:
- CureNex Salmon DNA and Peptide Daily Serum, $49.50, the everyday PDRN and peptide serum you smooth on morning and night.
- CureNex Salmon DNA PDRN Skin Booster, $209, the concentrated professional booster with a 15 peptide complex, sold in single use vials that keep the formula fresh until you open it. Pair with home beauty devices to maximize synergy.
Both are formulated so that PDRN leads rather than supports, and both are stocked on the Gold Coast with Afterpay and free shipping over $150.
Side by side
| Anua PDRN HA Capsule 100 | CureNex Daily Serum | CureNex PDRN Skin Booster | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price in Australia | About $49 for 30ml | $49.50 | $209 |
| Lead ingredient | Hyaluronic acid (11 types) | Salmon DNA PDRN with peptides | Salmon DNA PDRN with 15 peptides |
| PDRN role | Supporting, 100ppm sodium DNA | Hero ingredient | Hero ingredient, concentrated |
| Format | Pump serum, capsule technology | Dropper serum | Single use professional vials |
| Best for | Everyday hydration, a first K beauty serum | Everyday PDRN glow | A concentrated PDRN ritual |
| Where to buy | K beauty retailers | Salmon DNA Australia, exclusive AU and NZ distributor | |
Which one should you choose?
Choose Anua if your main goal is hydration and you like the idea of a little PDRN along for the ride. It is a pleasant, affordable serum and a sensible first step into K beauty.
Choose CureNex if PDRN is the reason you are shopping. The daily serum costs about the same as Anua and puts salmon DNA and peptides front and centre, while the skin booster is the professional strength option for people who want a concentrated PDRN step in their week.
Plenty of our customers use both: Anua style hydration in the morning, CureNex at night. There is no rule that says you have to pick one.
CureNex Salmon DNA and Peptide Daily Serum
PDRN and peptides for the look of hydrated, calm, even skin, every day. Gold Coast stock.
$49.50 AUDAfterpay available · free shipping over $150Shop CureNex →
Frequently asked questions
Is Anua PDRN serum good?
It is a well liked hydrating serum built around eleven types of hyaluronic acid with PDRN at 100ppm as a supporting ingredient. If hydration is your goal it is a fair choice.
How much PDRN is in Anua PDRN Capsule 100?
Anua lists sodium DNA at 100ppm, which is where the name comes from. Hyaluronic acid is the dominant ingredient in the formula.
Is CureNex better than Anua?
They are built for different jobs. Anua is a hydration serum with some PDRN. CureNex is a PDRN led professional range, from a daily serum at a similar price to a concentrated skin booster. If PDRN is the point, CureNex is the one designed for it.
Where can I buy CureNex in Australia?
Only through Salmon DNA Australia, the exclusive distributor for Australia and New Zealand, with stock held on the Gold Coast, Afterpay and free shipping over $150.
Disclaimer: the products discussed are cosmetics, not therapeutic goods, and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or condition. Anua is a third party brand referenced for comparison only; Salmon DNA Australia does not stock it and is not affiliated with it. Third party prices and ingredient figures are as published by Australian retailers at the time of writing and may change. Salmon DNA (PDRN) products are not suitable for those with fish allergies. Always patch test.
