For many Americans, the first reaction to hearing about snail mucin skincare products is usually the same: Wait, snail slime?

“Snail mucin is an attractive ingredient in skincare products due to its unique composition,” explains Divya Shokeen M.D., F.A.A.D., board-certified dermatologist. “It contains a variety of beneficial ...

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 ...

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If you’ve been on TikTok recently and your algorithm is anything like mine, chances are you’ve been served some beauty videos about snail mucin. While slimy mucus seems like the biggest skin care ...

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 ...