As a beauty enthusiast, I often find myself skeptical of trendy beauty products, and one in particular that has raised my eyebrows is snail mucin. Initially, I couldn’t believe my ears when I first heard about it: “She’s applying what on her skin? Is that really snail slime? This is beyond bizarre!” It seemed like a sign of a society gone mad, spending money on something as odd as snail secretion.

However, my perspective began to shift after reading an article on The Trowel, a beauty newsletter I trust. One of its contributors praised snail mucin, sparking my curiosity. Then I encountered a gentleman on Marylebone High Street whose skin was astonishingly radiant. Despite his unassuming appearance, I couldn’t help but wonder what his secret was. To my surprise, he revealed that he only used soap, water, and yes, snail mucin. A colleague had introduced him to it years ago, claiming, “It has made a significant difference.” He appeared at least 15 years younger than his actual age of 70.

This inspired me to purchase the CosRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence, a product highly recommended by The Trowel and popular on TikTok. To say I was skeptical would be an understatement, but the results were astounding. The first time I applied it, I used two pumps on my entire face and followed it up with a moisturizer. The texture is slightly sticky, but bearable. After one night, my skin appeared revitalized.

The next morning, I repeated the process and noticed my skin feeling exceptionally hydrated, a state I wondered if I had experienced before. After a week of consistent use, my skin has transformed: it is plump, radiant, and remarkably comfortable, even in areas that had felt tight. I am thoroughly impressed with the clarity and overall appearance of my skin. I highly recommend this product. Additionally, there’s a cream available, but I suggest sticking with your regular moisturizer combined with the essence for best results.

It’s worth noting that the brand ensures that no snails are harmed in the extraction of their mucin. For those who might find the idea unappealing, there are also vegan snail mucin alternatives like those found in the Dr. David Jack Daily Skin Trio, which I have also positively reviewed.

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