Despite its unappealing name, snail mucin, sometimes known as snail slime, is one of the newest skincare crazes, promising to moisturize and restore skin barriers one slime at a time.
Snail secretions have been used in K-beauty products for decades; the substance was historically used for moisturization and medicinal purposes before its initial surge in popularity a few years ago. However, there are several unanswered concerns regarding the use of snail mucin in a skincare regimen. Here, we’ll explore its origins, benefits, and some snail mucin products you can try.
What Is Snail Mucin?
The term “snail mucin” describes the excretions made by snails, which can act as a lubricant, adhesive, and protective material for the snail. What part does it play in skincare? Most beauty products labeled with snail mucin contain snail secretion filtrate (or SSF), a sterilized and processed snail mucus more suited for cosmetic applications.
How Good Is Snail Mucin for the Skin?
Not many studies have been conducted on the effects of snail mucin on skin health; however, it’s become commonly accepted by the skincare community, as there are many advantages to using it:
Moisturizes the skin: Hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring chemical found in the skin, joints, and eyes that helps retain moisture, is triggered by compounds present in snail mucus. In addition to keeping the skin hydrated, this increased hyaluronic acid may help lessen dryness.
Stimulates collagen production: The high amount of collagen and elastin in snail mucus makes it well-known for its anti-aging qualities. In fact, snail mucin contains components intended to repair or prevent damage because it is an excretion triggered by stress in snails.
Helps heal wounds, scars, and even acne: Snail mucin has been demonstrated to accelerate wound healing and minimize the visibility of scarring when treating cuts or scrapes. Its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory qualities may also help in the treatment of acne.
Based on your skin type or preference, you can pick from our Peach Slices Snail Rescue Trio to find out which snail mucin product best suits you.
