Hey Dreamers and Creators!

Do you remember when you first heard about snail slime in skin care products? I do. It was just a couple of years ago and I was surprised by it. At that time, snails were just the itty bitty creatures I would find in my backyard after a rainy day or the tasty treat (escargot) that has been baked and slathered with herb butter that you would find at a French restaurant. So the idea of using snail slime in skin care was a bit surprising and odd at the same time. Honestly, I did not know what to think of it at the time. Initially, I wanted to try it because I was curious. However, at the same time I did not want to try it because it could be gimmicky. So I waited. In hopes that as time goes by, there would be more and more information on snail mucin in skincare and then it can be determined whether it really works or not.

Fast forward to present time, snail filtrate in skincare is really popular and can be found in both eastern and western products. By now, I have tried a couple of skin care products with snail filtrate in them and I can finally say "I have slathered 'snail slime' on my face." Now, I have one more snail skin care product to play with and it is the Ladykin Affinitic Snail Cream. The Ladykin Affinitic Snail Cream is by far the most potent snail filtrate product I have ever tried and by that I mean it contains the most snail filtrate compared to the other snail mucin products I have tried in the past.

Snail Secretion Filtrate, aka snail mucin or its technical term Helix Aspersa Muller Glycoconjugates (sounds like a magic spell huh?), is an extract known to heal skin that has been damaged by external environmental factors, restore moisture in the skin, and provide anti-aging properties as well. It is packed full of nutrients like glycoprotein enzymes, antimicrobal, hyaluronic acid and other ingredients commonly found in skin care products that is also beneficial to the skin. Making this gooey sounding ingredient a great choice for skincare and one of the many reasons why it is so commonly used today.


Speaking of snails, there is a snail toy ride at the park where we walk Momo all the time. I took a picture of it because its shell looks similar to the Ladykin Affinitic Snail Cream's container. While we are on the topic of Momo, it seems like he has taken an interest in the Ladykin snail cream product too. Although I am 90% sure he is just interested in the container. Not sure if it is because the container look like that ride or some other reason but whenever I use the cream, he would run over and nudge me with his nose or try his best to reach the container. Such a naughty boy.

Well, I went off on a tangent there. Let us get back to the review now.


Helen's Thoughts: I adore the container but the cream (or gel) itself is just decent. It is lightly moisturizing and the texture and soothing properties make it a great summer moisturizer. However, I do not think it would be enough for the winter time. I have tested this product on and off for one month and I still cannot get used to the scent. At this point, I do not think I ever will, but who knows. Aside from the scent, the texture of this product feels great. It is easy to use and once it dries it does not feel sticky on the skin.

Now, the real question is: did it fulfill all the skincare benefits it promised? The quick answer is, sort of. The long answer? Well, the Ladykin Affinitic Snail Cream promises to heal damaged skin, provide moisture to it, and it can provide great anti-aging care. As mentioned before, the gel/cream product does feel soothing when applied and its ingredients help to nourish the skin as well. So it can revert some damages done by environmental factors. The product's moisture benefits are decent. For those with combo to oily skin, it might be good. However, for those with drier skin types it might feel a little lacking. I have normal to dry skin and I think this works good as a summer moisturizer but I will be using something more moisturizing come fall and winter. The last benefit and one I was most excite to test out, was the product's anti-aging properties. At my age, I welcome any anti-aging care and I am always on the look out for the best. Having heard lots about this product and products with snail filtrate in general, I was looking forward to its benefits. Unfortunately, the anti-aging benefits were very minimal. After one month's on and off use, I only saw little improvements on my fine lines and almost nothing for my wrinkles. The product also claims to provide lifting and firming effects, but those are very minimal and felt temporary as well.