Beauty

[Texasmouse]

I took the plunge and decided to order the CosRx snail mucin product after hearing some raves about it. I know @monicakm is a convert after getting over her initial disdain.

I did a search of the threads on here regarding this product and found this post by @monicakm from two years ago: "I was going to post about this earlier today and forgot.  No way Jose`!  I don't care how filtered and treated it's been, not putting snail slime on any part of my body " LOL

I know she's a devout user of the product now so, if she can get over the "ick" factor, so can I.  😊

[Another new name Sue]

Hope you like it, but not for me.

[Shanus]

@Texasmouse  @monicakm My apologies, but IMHO this snail stuff is BS. It's main characteristic is hyaluronic acid which can be found in many other moisturizers and serums. This Korean product caused quite a stir here as did others who wanted the complexion of younger Korean girls. I don't think it does much at all.

[JeanLouiseFinch]

@Texasmouse 👏

Years ago, when I was doing an all K-Beauty routine, snail mucin was part of it.  Then I moved on.  I never felt icky about it, although, some of the pics I've seen of women with giant snails on their bodies leaves something to be desired.  Anyway, I've jumped back on and have been using this for almost a month.  

[SilleeMee]

Key ingredients in snail mucin is hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid and protein (possibly collagen protein). I think I'll stick to my regular stuff with of of that in it.

[Shelbelle]

Isomers makes one too. I think the original was called Carracol Cream. It is not soemthing I ever want to try. 

[FLGators]

Cosrx Snail was my holy grail when all else failed. I had adult acne, tried everything OTC & nothing worked. This was the only thing that worked. There are 100's of reviews on amazon so I jumped on it as a last resort before seeing a Derm. Never had to see the Derm.

I don't have acne anymore but recommend this to anyone who has the occasional break outs, spot treat & the inflammation is gone the next morning. I have tried Isomers but Cosrx is higher concentration for a lot less. 

[monicakm]

@Texasmouse 

LOL, I do not remember being turned off by it at first.  Now I slather my lips with it prior to a lip balm.  Your face will love it!  Super uber hydrating.  Please let us know how you like it.  I've been noticing during my skincare reads online that snail snot is finally gaining some ground in popularity status.  It's about time

[Texasmouse]

@monicakm I'll let you know how I like it.

With this Arctic blast we're having here in South Texas and our heat on 24/7 I can use all the hydration I can get!

[monicakm]

@SilleeMee 

Have you actually used it?

• Moisturizes the skin: According to Lain, snail mucin contains moisturizing agents that work to repair the barrier function of the skin, both locking out irritants from the environment while also simultaneously locking in moisture.
• Stimulates collagen production: “Because snail mucin is a stress-induced excretion, it's comprised of ingredients meant to repair or protect from injury," Lain explains. "These include growth factors, which work by triggering the growth of new skin cells and new collagen.” And, as we know, more collagen equals fewer wrinkles and younger-looking skin. Desai-Solomon adds that it also contains glycolic acid, another known collagen-booster.2
• Soothes irritation: Allantoin is another key component in secretion, an ingredient with healing properties that calms irritation, smoothes the skin, and stimulates cell regeneration.3
• Delivers important vitamins and minerals:  Snail mucin is loaded with a list of good-for-your-skin nutrients, including anti-inflammatory zinc and healing manganese. It contains copper peptides, also lauded for their collagen-increasing and wrinkle-decreasing effect.4 It also contains vitamins A and E, both of which are greatantioxidants.