Ingredient
Snail Mucin
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Category: K-Beauty Humectant
Chemical formula: Complex biological mixture; no single formula
Main cosmetic effects: Hydration; smoothing; barrier support.
Source: Filtered snail secretion filtrate.
Developer / supplier: Modern K-beauty cosmetic development; multiple Korean suppliers
Origin: South Korea
Representative product: COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
Approx. retail price (USD): 25
Evidence maturity: Moderate evidence
What it does
Hydration; smoothing; barrier support.
Notes
K-Beauty Humectant | Moderate evidence