The next big ‘it’ beauty ingredient: Snail slime

The next big it beauty ingredient: Snail slime

We’ve had bull semen, bee venom and even bird poop, and now snail slime is the next big thing in beauty. Oh yes. The new product comes fresh from beauty buffs in Korea where skincare brands are using it in moisturisers. The slime is apparently rich in protein, glycolic acid, and elastin – all of which help skin regeneration and cell turnover. We’re yet to be convinced… The thought of wearing slime on your face is hardly appealing no matter how radiant it leaves your skin. What do you think? Could you bring yourself to partake in a spot of slime?

The next big it beauty ingredient: Snail slime
Super Aqua Cell Renew Snail Cream, $49.99, at Missha