Nowadays, there is much talk about products whose main base is "snail slime" , and today we want to tell you about many of the benefits of using products with snail slime in skin care. snail slime or Cryptomphalus aspersus is the concentrate of the common snail mucosa, this ingredient is rich in protein, hyaluronic acid and antioxidants; It has been used by oriental folk medicine for thousands of years as this secretion has surprising regenerative properties, and was even used to help with radiation burns. But the use of this component in dermatology and cosmetics has had its peak in the last decade thanks to the benefits that this mucin brings to the skin and HERE WE BRING YOU THE 5 REASONS TO INCLUDE IT IMMEDIATELY IN YOUR BEAUTY ROUTINE:
1- It acts as a natural tissue repair agent , which makes the skin heal faster, which is why it is a very effective product in eliminating spots, burns or stretch marks. This happens thanks to a "miracle" compound called allantoin, which contains a high amount of antioxidants with the ability to regenerate the skin when it suffers an injury, since this component is capable of penetrating the deepest layers of the skin.
2- It helps us to eliminate dead cells , improving the appearance of the skin and eliminating pimples, blackheads and spots due to the presence of glycolic acid that works as a natural exfoliator.
3- It has a high content of collagen and elastin that helps to keep the skin smooth and prevent sagging, giving your skin a more youthful appearance.
4- Helps prevent wrinkles and expression lines, thanks to the lifting effect that is given by the collagen and elastin content, snail slime is very good at preventing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
5- It works as a natural antibiotic, snail mucin is capable of eliminating bacteria present on the skin, thus preventing the proliferation of infections on our skin, thanks to this it is very good at reducing the appearance of breakouts and pimples.
Clinical studies carried out in 2004 show a progressive and gradual decrease in the percentage of patients with fine (26.7%) and thick (45.5%) wrinkles, as well as a significant decrease in the photoaged appearance and roughness of the skin. In addition, the results of this study indicate an improvement in the parameters of straightening, firmness, flexibility, hydration and smoothness. Clinical study references:
Tribó MJ, Parrado C, Rais B et al ..
Preliminary results of the efficacy of intensive treatment with the secretion of Cryptomphalus aspersa (SCA) in the therapy of cutaneous photoaging.
Med Cutan Iber Lat Am, 32 (2004), pp. 265-270