The cosmetics industry is nowadays a highly developed sector of manufacturing and trade. For years, the high demand for its products has allowed us to enjoy new arrivals on store shelves. As a result, we have been observing a growing interest in cosmetics containing snail mucin for quite some time.
The cosmetics industry is now a highly developed sector of manufacturing and trade. For years, the high demand for its products has allowed us to enjoy new arrivals on store shelves. For this reason, we have been observing a growing interest in cosmetics containing snail mucin. Their first appearance on the market sparked curiosity, perhaps combined with disbelief. This was unnecessary, as the enchanting properties of this ingredient derived from mollusks have been used in skin treatments since ancient Greek times1. However, it was the discovery in 1980 and the research into the properties of the mucus that brought the greatest fame to snails… and to the product.
The history of snail cream development
Fernando Bascunan’s activity, a Chilean breeder, was focused on supplying Helix Aspersa Müller snails to the French gastronomic market. However, the owner noticed that his employees, who were in constant contact with the snails, had remarkably smooth and soft skin. And the wounds that appeared—probably from their work—healed quickly. Thus, the Bascunan family began analyzing the mucus of these land snails.
As it turned out, the mucus indeed had healing properties, confirmed by dermatological studies. Its nourishing and antioxidant effects (thanks to a protein-vitamin complex) were proven. After 15 years of research, Fernando Bascunan produced and patented a cream.
It works!
Snail mucus and its precious properties have captivated many countries. Asian women even undergo beauty treatments with real snails. However, we recommend using specialized skincare creams in this area. The composition of snail mucus varies among different species. Snails are capable of producing two types of mucus—one more watery and less viscous, and a thicker, more sticky one. It is the second that contains more ingredients contributing to the final result.
Properties
Cosmetics with snail mucus have a broad spectrum of action: they stimulate the body's immune system and participate in skin cell renewal. Mucus is used in cosmetic preparations to reduce scars and discoloration. It also has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and soothing effects. It can be used on all skin types, firming, moisturizing, and regenerating. It also improves skin tone.
Which cosmetics to choose?
Remember that many products on the market advertise themselves as rich in ingredients and valuable properties. Unfortunately, not all can boast truly rich formulations and effective action.
Therefore, if you want to benefit from the precious properties of snail mucus creams, invest in high-quality cosmetics with an optimal concentration of the active ingredient. Check whether your cream, besides its key content, does not contain the least desirable additives (such as dyes, parabens). A good-quality snail mucus cream is not among the cheapest. Its production is time-consuming and costly. Keep this in mind when choosing cosmetics and beware of the tricks of dishonest manufacturers.
