Hyaluronic acid, retinol, squalene — there’s no end of go-to ingredients that, when added to skin care products, can have major benefits. Beyond the go-tos, a trendy ingredient pops up every once in a ...

Everyone wants clear and healthy skin — even if that means slathering snail slime all over it. Yes, the latest in out-there skin-care ingredients is the mucus that’s left behind when the slow little ...

Snail mucin, or snail secretion filtrate, is a popular skin care ingredient with several potential benefits. It can help hydrate the skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines, and speed up wound ...

Consumers around the world are shelling out for cosmetic products containing snail mucus, with its global market in 2022 valued at about $555 million. After a snail mucus skin care boom in South Korea ...

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Research suggests snail mucin may offer benefits for wound healing, certain skin conditions, and reducing signs of skin aging, as well as anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects. Although research ...