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How to layer snail mucin

Layering

Early: right after cleansing (and any acid), before thicker serums and moisturizer, morning or night.

Your routine

AM or PM

  1. Exfoliant or vitamin C, if that routine has one.Vitamin C
  2. Snail mucin essence.Snail Mucin
  3. Serums, moisturizer, and sunscreen in the morning.SunscreenMoisturizer

Why it goes there

Snail mucin essences are thin and watery, so they go early: after cleansing and any exfoliating acid, before thicker serums and moisturizer.

Easy partners

RetinolVitamin CNiacinamideTretinoinSalicylic AcidHyaluronic Acid

Full AM and PM order: layering guide · build yours in the vanity · how long to wait before moisturizer.

FAQ

Does snail mucin go before or after toner?

After. A regular toner goes right after cleansing, then snail mucin.

Sources

  1. Singh N, Brown AN, Gold MH. Snail extract for skin: a review of uses, projections, and limitations. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2024;23(4):1113-1121.
  2. Fabi SG, et al. The effects of filtrate of the secretion of the Cryptomphalus aspersa on photoaged skin. J Drugs Dermatol. 2013;12(4):453-457.
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