That evening, I washed my face with a gentle cleanser and applied the most ceramide-packed moisturizer I own to prevent any further irritation before calling it a night. The following day, I noticed my skin looked a lot smoother, more even-toned, and bouncy than it had the day before. I avoided any actives, such as retinol and AHAs, for the next three days to prevent any irritation.
How much does a salmon sperm facial cost?
Depending upon geographic location, practice, and modality (microneedling or laser) used, the cost of a salmon sperm facial can range from $500 to $800 per treatment. (Mine was performed gratis with the understanding I’d be writing about my experience.)
Dr. Levine recommends getting three to four treatments in total, spaced apart by about a month, to experience the full effect of the treatment.
What are the side effects of the salmon sperm facial?
Although some studies have found that PDRN can be effective in wound healing and cell regeneration, these salmon sperm serums are not approved by the FDA to be injected intradermally—which means safety still remains a concern. Dr. Levine says that an allergic reaction or inflammation could be a serious side effect to the treatment. “This area of regenerative medicine is rapidly expanding and it is an area of interest. However, there is very little guidance or control of the quality of the product,” she says. “While a good idea in theory, in practice, there is little data to ensure the safety and efficacy of these products.” So, as ever, buyer beware.
My salmon sperm facial results
In the week since my treatment, my skin has continued to look smooth, hydrated, and plump. My skin has a noticeable glow about it, if I do say so myself. I would even go so far as to say that the facial has enhanced the results of the skin-care products I use daily; they go on much smoother and absorb into my skin better. I’m extremely happy with my results so far.
That all being said, I’ve gotten similar or better results from a HydraFacial as well as from chemical peels which, after healing, have left me with super-dewy “glass skin.” I’ve also had microneedling with PRP (platelet-rich plasma), which produced a similar effect as combining microneedling with salmon sperm serum. Recently, I tried Skinvive, an FDA-approved injectable skinbooster for the cheeks—and probably the most comparable to injectable salmon sperm serum—and noticed a definitive plumping effect.