Everyone who is interested in Korean cosmetics has heard about snail creams. They both rejuvenate, and remove post-acne scars, and improve complexion. Sheer magic, not cosmetics for care. Reviews are full of conflicting information: someone tirelessly sings laudatory odes to his miracle assistant, someone scolds and categorically does not recommend. And against the backdrop of universal enthusiasm for Asian means, you do not know what to believe. Let's see what kind of "beast" this is - snail cream, and is it so good, as they say about it.
What is mucin?
Snail cream is a cream containing mucin or snail mucus extract . Snails can produce several types of mucus: one they use for movement, and the other for regeneration. It is the latter that is used in cosmetology.
So what is there in mucin that caused a stir around snail creams?
- Elastin and collagen compatible with human. That is why snail cream demonstrates such a powerful anti-aging effect.
- Alantoin is an enzyme that is not produced by the human body. This enzyme has a high regenerative ability and is a powerful antioxidant. That is, it has an anti-age effect and heals wounds, smoothes scars.
- Copper peptides. They contribute to the production of collagen and have a therapeutic effect in the healing of scars and smoothing scars.
- Glycosaminoglycans. Thanks to them, the regeneration of the skin is accelerated .
- Antimicrobial peptides. They fight various bacteria that cause skin infections. Thanks to their work, funds with snail mucin are so effective against irritations and pimples.
- Vitamins E, C and A. Only lazy people do not know about their beneficial effect on the skin.
How is mucin extracted?
What do they do with unfortunate snails to get such a valuable product? Nothing special and scary.
To obtain mucin, there are special plantations where a special species of Helix Aspersa snails is bred, since their mucus is rich in antioxidants. Animals are grown in an environmentally friendly environment, providing proper care. To collect the mucus, they are taken out of the cages, stimulated secretion, and then released back. The extract is obtained naturally without any violence against the snails. There is a joke online that snails are shaken or scared to get the desired product. Is it so, it is not known, manufacturers do not share the details (maybe for the better). But worrying about our smaller brothers tested and confirmed the safety of the method used.
Who is suitable for
After reviewing the composition and believing in all the usefulness of mucin, I immediately want to buy and try snail cream in practice. But is it suitable for everyone and for which skin is good?
In Korea, most residents have combi or mixed skin, which is why it is designed for it. However, the cream is not only suitable for owners of these types. It shows itself well on both normal and dry skin. Tested in practice by numerous buyers and lovers of Asian cosmetics.
The main recommendations of all manufacturers are use after 25 years. Which is quite reasonable and explainable, since the cream still has an anti-aging effect. However, it is worth judging by the condition of the skin.
Expectations and Reality
What is everyone expecting with a miracle cure? Of course, magical transformations. Preferably instantaneous. So now to smear here and here, go to bed and wake up beautiful. To wrinkles were erased, scars and scars were smoothed out, acne evaporated ... Not bad, but far from reality. And what do we really have? What is the miracle then?
If you do not care for yourself and hope to get a result ... Yes, it will. Just need to objectively evaluate the "texture" and not expect that wrinkles disappear somewhere overnight. Such a tool has not yet been invented (if we are talking about creams, not plastic). Even the most well-groomed skin will be transformed. Moreover, the result does not have to wait long, it will be visible the next morning. What can we say about the skin, which is cared for and cherished.
“If wrinkles do not disappear, then what?” - you will take an interest. The appearance will improve. The person will look like after a good rest, freshen up. Over time, turgor will improve, internal radiance will appear, the oval of the face will tighten (for those over 40+). Wrinkles will not deepen, small facial expressions can be smoothed out. And no, this is not an advertisement. This is a reality confirmed by numerous reviews.
Snail cream works, but several factors are worth considering. The time of using the cream: any product does not give the maximum result right away. Skin condition. Personal acceptance or rejection of mucin. And the percentage of snail mucin in the cream: the more it is, the more effective the remedy.
Below we consider the most popular face creams and reviews on them.
Mizon for face
One of the most popular creams among lovers of Korean cosmetics is All in one from the Mizon brand (snail cream). Reviews about it are most numerous and are found in all popular communities.
What does the manufacturer promise?
The cream contains 92% mucin. Designed for problem skin. It is declared as a universal remedy that can cope with problems such as enlarged pores, age spots, postoperative scars. Of course, anti age.
What do real people say?
Cream of medium consistency, not very viscous, jars last for a long time (75 ml). It is not absorbed instantly, but rather quickly. On the skin does not create an unpleasant film or a feeling of stickiness. After application, the skin is pleasant to the touch and velvety. It perfectly copes with redness and acne: if applied at night, then in the morning they become almost invisible. Smoothes small scars, evens out the tone of the face. Smoothes fine lines, does not appear new. You can apply under makeup, the main thing is not to smear with a thick layer. Of the minuses: moisturizing, especially for dry skin, may not be enough.
Mizon for eyes
In addition to face cream, there is also a snail cream Mizon for the eyes. According to the manufacturer, Snail repair eye cream contains 80% mucin. With regular use of the cream, they promise a gradual rejuvenation of the skin, a decrease in dark circles and good skin hydration.
The consistency of the cream is more dense than for the face, and therefore less viscous.
According to the reviews of the girls who used the cream, it is well absorbed, its skin literally eats. Does not leave a sticky film, suitable for makeup. There are more conflicting opinions about efficiency: some praise, others are disappointed.
Those who approached the cream note an improvement in the condition of the skin under the eyes. No, the wrinkles didn’t completely disappear, but they smoothed a little and the skin evened out.
Of the minuses, it is noted that the expected miracle does not occur, and the cream does not immediately remove the circles under the eyes.
The skin house
Oddly enough, this snail cream (Korea) reviews has for some reason a few. But also the most radical: either “I adore”, or “what a nasty thing!” The latter relates more to consistency.
What does the manufacturer say?
The cream contains 92% mucin, adenosine, a complex of vitamins, extracts of peony, buddley and alpine edelweiss. Effectively combats skin imperfections, smoothes scars and scars, reduces pigmentation. It moisturizes even dry skin, nourishes, restores natural radiance, smoothes wrinkles and slows down aging. Can be used as a mask.
What is the reality?
According to the reviews of girls using the cream, the most important thing is to overcome the shock at the sight of what's in the jar. As one fan of the remedy said: “It looks like someone really killed the snails, scraping what was left of them and put it in a jar.” The cream, to put it mildly, is strange in consistency. It is fluid, sticky and stretches when you take it with a spoon, which is carefully applied. It is for this that he is mostly minus.
The cream is easily applied to the skin, despite the peculiar consistency. No special manipulations during application are necessary. The only thing that everyone who uses it notes: in order to avoid stickiness, it is not necessary to smear for the future. It is not absorbed quickly, so it is better to use it at night.
With regular use, the skin will look healthier, rested, there will be a light natural radiance, which Koreans love so much. Wrinkles become less pronounced, scars and small scars smooth out. With acne, it also copes well.
Of the minuses: the consistency is too specific, although it does not have an unpleasant odor. It works with traces of post-acne and pigmentation, but long and slow, there are more effective remedies. Moisturizing for dry skin is not enough, you need to use something else under it. Absorbed for a long time, not suitable for makeup. The mask is too sticky.
Secret Key Snail Cream
Black snail original cream is not just another snail face cream. What is its difference from brothers? The company Secret Key in the cream uses an innovative product - a secretory substance secreted by black snails. Mucin of black snails differs in composition from ordinary mucus. It contains more regenerating components, so it is considered more effective.
The cream, like all snail, is multidisciplinary. With regular use, the manufacturer promises to improve skin tone and narrow pores, smoothing facial wrinkles and preventing the formation of new ones, increasing elasticity and recovery from post-acne.
Black Snail Reviews
This snail cream (Korea) has positive reviews, there is no pronounced negative.
The consistency of the cream is viscous, but lays on the skin well. Absorbed for a long time, which is not like those who can not stand the feeling of film on the face. Therefore, most girls use it as a night.
With regular use, the pores really narrow and the overall condition of the skin improves. Unfortunately, nothing special happens with wrinkles, but they do not get deeper. It is also noted that as a means of combating inflammation is not suitable for everyone, but only for those who have practically no skin problems.
Scinic
Snail matrix cream from an actively developing company Scinic contains 90% mucin and EGF-factor (epidermal growth factor). In addition, the composition contains extracts and oils of plant seeds, peptides and adenosine.
The cream is designed to combat photoaging, improve skin regeneration, nourish, moisturize, reduce wrinkles and have anti-inflammatory effects.
The consistency is similar to the cream from "Skin House" - the same thick and viscous. The aroma is pleasant and unobtrusive.
The cream is recommended for tired, lost elasticity, suffering from skin stress. Also suitable for dry and sensitive.
Scinic Reviews
This snail cream reviews is mostly positive. Perhaps due to the fact that compared with the same "Mizon" is not so popular.
Of the pluses, it is noted that the cream, despite its consistency, is easily applied and absorbed quite quickly. It moisturizes well and is effective in combating imperfections (it removes redness, pimples heal faster). Pores are not clogged.
The following point is a minus. If the skin is dry and there is peeling on it, moisturizing, necessary for healing and elimination of the defect, will not be enough. After application, the cream forms a greasy film on the face, therefore it is suitable only for night use. No declared super effects even with everyday use.
In general, a good tool, but not for skin with strong age-related changes.
Enature Snail Care & Lab
If you are looking for a Korean snail eye cream, take a look at this. Perhaps the company is not as popular as Mizon, which is constantly on hearing, but customer reviews inspire confidence.
In addition to mucin, 13 plant components are claimed. The cream is suitable for aging skin and for those who have noticed the first wrinkles - as a preventive measure, as a course.
The consistency of the cream is dense, not viscous, before application, you need to warm up on the fingertips to lay down perfectly. It is consumed at the same time economically, and 30 ml jars are enough for a long time.
It moisturizes well, there is a lifting effect. It does not cause swelling and swelling. With regular use gives a noticeable result.
A few tips on “where to buy?”
If you want to buy a Korean snail cream, then there are only a few options, since in ordinary stores it is usually not for sale.
The first option is on their own at large proven foreign online sites (not Chinese). Yes, at first it’s scary and incomprehensible, but a little torment is worth it: you can buy not a full version, but a package of samples for the sample and save a lot.
The second option is to contact an intermediary. Now many different groups on social networks offer to purchase Korean cosmetics with delivery almost to home. In addition to groups, there are Russian online stores specializing in Asian cosmetics. Before you buy snail cream, read reviews and only then choose an intermediary.