Escargot for the face? Yeah, we’re not kidding.
One great thing about Asian skincare is the willingness to experiment. This certainly seems to be the case if something like snail cream is trending in the skincare world. We’ve already written about snail facials in Japan, but what about those who are squeamish about the idea of having live snails on their face? Have no fear. There are plenty of skincare products with snail cream that can give you the benefits of a snail facial without the shivers.
So what’s with the obsession with snails?
Snail extract is said to soothe, regenerate and heal the skin. That means snail extract is perfect for combating acne! And that’s not all. Snail extract is also known for healing redness and acne scars too. Over time, regular application of snail extract is said to brighten the skin by aiding the regeneration of skin cells underneath.
Convinced yet? Here are five products to try for those ready to dive into snail goo!
1. Mizon Snail Cream
“A truly innovative and hydrating cream formulated with 92% snail extract. You heard right. This bestselling cream has sold by the millions across Asia for its high efficacy ingredients. The All-In-One Snail Repair Cream actively hydrates, fights wrinkles, and reduces acne scarring and blemishes for balanced and beautiful skin. Perfect for all skin type[s].” – Description from Peach and Lily
2. Missha Super Aqua Cell Renew Hydro-Gel Mask
“Hydro Gel Mask contains 5% Snail Slime Extract to moisturize, soothe, and regenerate skin with a vitalizing benefit. Missha Super Aqua Cell Renew Snail Series contain extracts from Snail Slime of healthy snails born within 5-6 month.” – Description from Missha
3. Saem Snail Three Musketeers Hand Cream
“Snail Trio Hand Cream Set (40ml Cherry Blossom Lily 40ml Phrygian 40ml) (kosher-type, low irritation, high moisture) Anti-wrinkle moisturizing Hand Cream.” – Description from Amazon
4. Nature’s Republic Snail Eye Cream
“NATURE REPUBLIC Snail Solution is an intensive skin care line that contains the secretion filtrate of snails obtained from pristine areas. It makes the skin look healthy and luminous by providing vitality to stressed-out skin. The eye cream contains 70% snail secretion filtrate and improvement damaged skin. It brightens the skin and reduces wrinkles.” – Description from Nature’s Republic
5. Tonymoly Prestige Snail Lip Balm
“Luxurious lip balm from Korea’s TONYMOLY. TONYMOLY Prestige Snail Lip Treatment Balm is formulated with snail filtrate, a natural way to moisturize, firm, exfoliate and soften your lips!” – Description from Urban Outfitters
