Hidden benefits of snail mucus: A natural skincare marvel

Asbar Banu  Bazeer; Prithiviraj Nagarajan; Ekambaram Gayathiri

doi:10.17305/bb.2024.11067

Authors

Asbar Banu Bazeer Department of Medical Biotechnology, Aarupadai Veedu Medical College and Hospital, Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation (Deemed to be University), Kirumampakkam, Puducherry, India
Prithiviraj Nagarajan Department of Medical Biotechnology, Aarupadai Veedu Medical College and Hospital, Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation (Deemed to be University), Kirumampakkam, Puducherry, India
Ekambaram Gayathiri Department of Plant Biology and Plant Biotechnology, Guru Nanak College (Autonomous), Chennai, India https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7517-9151

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17305/bb.2024.11067

Keywords:

Snail mucus, snail secretion filtrate, skincare

Abstract

Dear Editor,
From a scientific perspective, snail mucus, or snail secretion filtrate (SSF), has emerged as a significant discovery in dermatology and regenerative medicine. Several studies on mucus composition have illuminated its features in recent years, yet much remains unexplored. High-quality snail mucus contains adequate levels of active substances (e.g., allantoin, glycolic acid, proteins, glycosaminoglycans, and polyphenols). It comprises a complex mixture of proteins, enzymes, peptides, and trace minerals produced both externally and internally, which improves skin hydration, flexibility, and smoothness. This makes it an ideal ingredient for anti-aging creams, moisturizers, and serums. The beauty and pharmaceutical industries popularize commercial SSF products due to their natural composition and scientifically proven performance as a promising dermatological treatment. These products offer synergistic therapeutic effects, including cell signaling, tissue growth, tissue repair, wound healing, hydration, anti-aging properties, and exfoliation.