What skin types is Snail Secretion Filtrate good for?

Snail Secretion Filtrate is suitable for all skin types.

What can you mix with Snail Secretion Filtrate?

Snail Secretion Filtrate works well with Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, Centella Asiatica, Ceramides. These combinations are generally safe and can enhance results.

Is Snail Secretion Filtrate safe to use every day?

Snail Secretion Filtrate can generally be used in the evening. Recommended concentration: 70–96% filtrate in dedicated essences.

Snail Secretion Filtrate

Snail Secretion Filtrate

Also known as: Snail Mucin · Helix Aspersa Müller Glycoconjugates · Snail Extract

Barrier repairMoisturisingAnti-agingSoothing

“The K-beauty cult ingredient that hydrates, heals, and renews skin.”

Skin types

All types

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Use when

Evening

Concentration

70–96%

What it does

Snail secretion filtrate (snail mucin) is collected from Helix aspersa snails and contains a complex blend of glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid, zinc, copper, and growth factors. It has become a defining ingredient in Korean skincare, with evidence supporting its ability to hydrate, repair barrier damage, fade scars and hyperpigmentation, and stimulate collagen.

Benefits

Multi-functional: hydrates, heals, brightens, and firms
Stimulates collagen and elastin synthesis
Fades post-acne marks and hyperpigmentation
Repairs skin barrier damage
Soothes irritation and redness

How to layer

🌙 Evening routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

Face Oil

As the last step in your routine

Good for

All skinOily skinCombination skinSensitive skinNormal skin

Works well with

Niacinamide ›Hyaluronic Acid ›Centella Asiatica ›Ceramides ›

Heads up

⚠Not suitable for vegans
⚠Quality varies significantly between brands — look for high filtrate concentration

How to use

Apply snail mucin essence or serum after toning, before heavier serums and moisturisers. Can be layered generously.

Typical concentration: 70–96% filtrate in dedicated essences