Ingredient glossary
Snail Secretion Filtrate
INCI: Snail Secretion Filtrate · Also: SCA, Snail Mucin
Solid and proven
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What it does
- hydration
- barrier support
- repair
- anti aging
moderate evidenceRandomized vehicle controlled studies using eight to forty percent snail secretion filtrate report reduced transepidermal water loss improved elasticity and periocular wrinkle depth with few adverse events.
On a label: usually effective at 8-40%.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- dry
- normal
- combo
- photoaged
- compromised barrier
Approach with care
- mollusk allergy
- very sensitive
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
Plays well with
- humectants
- ceramides
- antioxidants
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