16/10/2022
*Quimpcy Snail Serum*
The skincare industry is always buzzing with new ingredients. Some commonly known and accepted, others, well, a bit weird and intriguing to say the least. One of the latest ingredients to take the skincare world by storm: Snail Serum. When you think of snails, skincare is probably the last thing to come to mind–that is, until now. Yes, those slow-moving, slimy creatures are making their debut into fan-favorite serums and creams and have even garnered attention for their ability to make your skin more hydrated and even more youthful.
What exactly is snail serum?
snail serum is an excretion from the snail. It can often be referred to as snail slime and may be labeled as snail secretion filtrate on ingredient lists. “It's made up of properties like glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid and glycolic acid, all of which have long-documented benefits for the skin”.
What are the benefits of snail serum?
Now that we know what exactly snail serum is, let’s talk about what it does. While there hasn’t been a significant amount of research or studies done on the effects of snail serum, there are a few conclusions that can be drawn solely from the makeup of the snail serum itself.
Thanks to the hyaluronic acid in the Serum, it has moisturizing properties that support the skin barrier and help lock in moisture. The glycolic acid helps to stimulate collagen production that not only helps diminish fine lines and wrinkles, but it also helps to give your complexion a radiant, youthful glow. It also contains zinc which is anti-inflammatory and allantoin which soothes irritation. So, all in all, you can expect skin to be softer, more moisturized and glowing with consistent use of snail serum.
Are there any negatives to using snail serum?
As stated above, there isn’t’ a wide range of research available about snail serum, but it’s a pretty well tolerated ingredient.
Note that “as with any ingredient, allergies are possible.” So, it’s always best to apply a bit t
