Elixskin

PDRN serum won't fix your scars. Here's why 👇

Topical PDRN is brilliant for your skin barrier. It calms, hydrates and supports repair on the surface. But acne scars aren't a surface problem.

Scars sit deeper, where collagen was damaged and the skin healed unevenly. A serum can't reach that level in a meaningful way.

That's why for scars, we inject PDRN. Placing it directly into the dermis means it works where the damage actually is, supporting regeneration from within.

So if you've been layering PDRN serums and wondering why your scars look the same, it's not you. It's the delivery method.

Topical = barrier support
Injected = scar repair

Have you tried PDRN skincare before? Tell me below 👇

DM "PDRN" and we'll talk you through whether injectable PDRN is right for your scars.

📍 elixSKIN Clinic, Leicester

This pigmentation kit is perfect if you’re dealing with uneven skin tone and dark spots but don’t want anything harsh on your skin ✨

I’ve put this together to gently work on pigmentation while keeping the skin calm, balanced and healthy.

Mela Defence KRX serum & cream with 5% tranexamic acid help inhibit excess pigmentation and support a more even-looking complexion.

KRX eye cream helps improve fine lines and reduce the appearance of dark circles.

Retinol Time Reset is a gentle retinol that can be used even by sensitive skin types when introduced slowly.

Priming Peel Pads give a soft exfoliation and that healthy glow.

You’ll also receive a detailed note with the kit explaining exactly how to use each product correctly, so you feel confident starting your routine

Dm KIT to reserve yours

This might be my favourite transformation yet. 🤍

Not a skin transformation this time, but the space where every one of them happens.

Carel and I have poured so much into turning our clinic into somewhere that feels calm, warm and completely yours. Because the moment you walk in is the first step of your scar journey, and it should feel like a deep breath.

Same specialist post-acne scar care. Same couple-run attention to every detail. Just a room that finally matches the standard we hold for your skin.

What's the first thing you notice when you walk into a clinic? Tell us below 👇

Leicester based clinic

Ready to see it in person? DM us CONSULT and we'll get you booked in.

Sounds backwards, right? But it's true — and it's why so many people feel stuck no matter how "healthy" they're eating and drinking.

Water goes to your vital organs first. Your skin barrier is what actually decides whether moisture stays in your skin or evaporates straight out. If that barrier is damaged (over-exfoliating, harsh products, sun damage), you can be drinking all the water in the world and your skin will still feel tight, dull, and dry.

Hydration is a two-part job: what you drink AND what you put on your skin to seal it in.

Tag someone who needs to hear this 👇

comment WATER and I'll send my favourite products for hydration

PDRN vs lasers for skin — most clinics are still chasing lasers, but they work in completely different ways.

Lasers create controlled damage. They heat or wound the skin on purpose, forcing your body into repair mode to rebuild collagen. Powerful, yes — but that means downtime, redness, sensitivity, and real risk for darker skin tones (hyperpigmentation is a genuine concern).

PDRN doesn't damage anything. It works by binding to A2A receptors on your cells and telling them to repair — activating the same regenerative pathway your body already uses to heal wounds, just without the wound. Collagen synthesis, new blood vessel formation, calmer inflammation — all triggered biologically, not through controlled injury.

That's why we built our Specialist Scar Treatment around PDRN instead of laser resurfacing. It's gentler, it's suitable for all skin tones, and you're not trading short-term damage for long-term results.

If you've been told laser is your only option for scarring, it isn't. Drop SCAR in our DMs and we'll walk you through it.

How do I prepare for the specialist scar treatment?❓️

Stop all active ingredients such as acids, vitamin c🍊, retinols etc 5 days before the treatment.
If you are planning a holiday in the sun within 2 weeks of treatment then book the treatment after your holiday.🏖
Avoid booking the treatment when you are menstruating as you will be overly sensitive.
Recommended uptake on Omega 3, 🐟Vitamin D☀️ and Iron🥬 to support the best results.

What is the downtime?❓️
48 hours of redness, skin may feel slightly bumpy for 3- 5 days however this will not be visible.

What is the aftercare?❓️
No make up for 3 days💄, no active ingredients such as acids, vitamin c, retinols etc for 7 days after the treatment.
Avoid the sun for 2 weeks after the treatment and ensure you are using appropriate SPF.
Avoid strenuous activities that cause sweating for 48 hours.💪
No caffeine for 24 hours.☕️