Imagine if you could call up your skin and ask it to heal faster, glow brighter, firm up and boost collagen — and it actually said, "Yes!" and got to work.

That's essentially what exosomes do.

Originally hailed as a breakthrough in Korean beauty clinics, exosomes became the go-to ingredient for serious skin regeneration, so much so that treatments featuring them were once reserved for high-end facials costing over $1,000 a session.

Now, exosomes have finally made their way into at-home skincare products, meaning you can experience the same advanced results without the luxury price tag. Pretty incredible, right?

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But before I reveal the products worth trying, it's important to understand what exosomes actually are — and why they're being called the future of skincare.

Firstly, what are exosomes?

Essentially, exosomes are teeny tiny particles that your body's cells naturally release. They act as messengers by carrying important information, telling your skin to do things like heal faster, produce more collagen and act younger. 

Why are exosomes good for the skin?

When it comes to skincare, exosomes are actually harvested from stem cells and are used with the sole purpose of regeneration. They're basically a repair serum on steroids.

They're loaded with skin-loving ingredients: collagen-stimulating goodies, anti-inflammatory molecules, brightening proteins and peptides that literally tell your skin to repair itself.

The result? Smoother texture, firmer skin, faster healing, less redness, fewer dark spots and a stronger barrier overall.

What is an exosome facial?

An exosome facial usually starts with a treatment that opens up microchannels in your skin — think microneedling, RF needling, laser and chemical peels. Once your skin's nice and prepped, the exosome serum is applied so it can sink in deep and get to work where it's needed most.

What you'll notice is faster recovery, minimal downtime and better results that last longer.

Of course, like so many of the best beauty innovations, exosome facials first gained traction in South Korea. Dermatologists there started using them post-laser and microneedling to speed up healing and enhance outcomes.

Naturally, the rest of the world caught on, and now you'll find exosome facials pretty much everywhere — including right here in Australia.

That said, they're not exactly budget-friendly. Depending on the clinic, treatment type and how many sessions you book, prices can range from around $400 to well over $1.5k. Yep, not ideal. 

BUT… you don't have to fork out a small fortune to get the benefits.

Exosomes are now popping up in at-home skincare formulas, meaning you can reap the rewards of this regenerative magic from the comfort of your home.

And, because part of my job as a beauty writer is to test products so you don't have to waste your money, I've trialled a bunch of exosome skincare options on the market — and narrowed it down to the best of the best. 

Please find my favourites below. 

The best exosome serums to buy in Australia.

Medicube PDRN Pink Exosome Sot Serum 7500 30ml, $29.95 (usually $52).

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This baddie combines the power of exosomes and PDRN (aka salmon sperm) for serious skin benefits. It packs 7,500 PPM of exosomes for high-end pore care, claiming visible pore tightening after just one use. In fact, it boasts a 23.36 per cent reduction in pore volume that can last up to THREE days! The exosome shots penetrate deeply into the skin, boosting the absorption of active ingredients by a whopping 262 per cent.

VT Cosmetics Pro Cica Reedle Shot 100 50ml, $64.95 (usually $75).

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There's no doubt you've seen, heard of, or even tried VT Cosmetics' viral Reedle Shot (you can read my full review here). From the same brand comes this Cica version, formulated with 95,000 Cica Reedles to help calm and revitalise tired, irritated skin. It's packed with Cica Exosomes, Tea Tree Leaf Extract, Beta-Glucan and Allantoin to strengthen the skin barrier, soothe sensitivity and refine texture.

Medicube One Day Exosome Shot Pore Ampoule 7500 30ml, $31.95.

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The patented exosome-coated spicule found in this product is rich in peptides, amino acids, glutathione and vitamins, which penetrate into the epidermis to deliver incredible results. Benefits include smoothing skin texture, unclogging pores, helping with skin barrier, tackling acne and blemishes, and reducing blackheads, sebaceous filaments and enlarged pores.

Plus, the low-irritant and gluten-free gel formula is compatible with combination, dry, normal, oily and sensitive skin types, so everyone can take advantage of the skin-safe product. You can read my full review here.

The Inkey List Exosome Hydro-Glow Complex Serum, $37.

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For only $37, this is a pretty impressive formula. It features three million plant-derived exosomes from Centella Asiatica (aka Cica), which are clinically shown to boost collagen production by up to 300 per cent, reduce inflammation by 55 per cent and enhance skin repair by 63 per cent. Additional ingredients include prickly pear extract to gently exfoliate, one per cent Kollaren to improve firmness, and hyaluronic acid and ectoin to provide up to 12 hours of hydration.

NEOGEN Dermology High R Exosome Cream, $27.11 (usually $28.54).

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This Korean moisturiser features cica-derived exosomes to soothe irritation, resveratrol for antioxidant protection and eight types of hyaluronic acid for deep hydration. Additionally, it contains niacinamide, peptides and vitamin C to brighten the complexion and improve skin texture. Personally, I'd recommend this if you're after a product that targets dryness, dullness and signs of ageing without invasive treatments.

Medicube Exosome Cica Serum 30ml, $24.95 (usually $55).

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Formulated with Exosome Cica (which is 5.3 times more potent than regular Cica), this serum calms irritated skin while delivering deep hydration. It also contains two per cent Niacinamide, which helps soothe sensitivity and brighten dull or uneven skin tone. I found it especially great for calming my skin and reducing redness around my cheeks.

Have you tried any of the above products? Share your thoughts with us in the comments section below.

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