snail mucin

Slug slime relative

Snail mucin is the slimy secretion produced by snails, harvested and used in skincare products.

Promoted as beneficial for hydration, healing, and anti-aging, it appears in serums, moisturizers, and masks: My nighttime routine includes a snail mucin essence.

The ingredient gained popularity through Korean beauty trends.

Related

moisturizer · night cream · glycolic · collagen · K-beauty · glistening · hydration · moisture barrier · dewy · glass skin · viscous · secretion · shell · garden · regeneration · healing · slimy · Korean

Opposites
source/origin

snail mucinpetroleum jelly

Semi-solid hydrocarbon moisturizer

silicones · mineral oil · dimethicone · petrolatum

texture/consistency

snail mucindry powder

Waterless granular material

clay mask · setting powder · facial oil

cultural acceptance

snail mucinaloe vera

Medicinal succulent for skin

coconut oil · vitamin E · shea butter · jojoba oil · rose water

Family

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Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G