Snail Extract or Barbaria Snail Extract, from Nature Republic. Listed as
the 2nd top seller in Nature Republic, it was tempting to try this
product out but it took a bit of apprehension and evaluation of
karma
before buying this bottle. I was thinking, "Did these snails die for
me?" and straight away it led to me thinking about my childhood days,
seeing how my friends stepped on the snails and squished their lives
away. The second thought that quickly came to mind was, "Does it really
work?".
After a phase of snake (Sy-nake) venom in Korean beauty products...
snails, a lot less fierce and a lot more beneficial to skin, has taken
over Korea by storm. Well, for most of the snail products that you can
find in Korea at this moment, the numbers that you see represents the
percentage or content (mg) of snail extract in the bottle. For example,
this Ampoule contains 80 percent snail extract. It's pretty potent and
the effects are wonderful.
Snail extract is perfect for acne prone skin, brightening, lifting, anti-aging and intense hydration.
Use after Booster and Toner. It comes with a dropper dispenser, to make sure that no drop is wasted!
As you would expect, the texture of the Ampoule is a little bit sticky
at first glance, is thicker than most serums. After application there is
absolutely nothing sticky about the texture and the after feeling. I
loved how it melted into my skin! Just like most serums out there, skin
feels plump, hydrated and smooth after application.
Snail products are touted as having regenerative and revitalizing
qualities. For me, this ampoule was moisturizing and I did see a little
fading of my older acne scars, which was a similar effect from the Snail
Therapy 70 Cream, but nothing spectacular, especially for newer/fresher
scars. I quite like the hydration effect as my skin feels plump and
well-hydrated when I’m using this, without being too rich or oily.
Like: Fast absorb, affordable, well-Hydrated
Repurchases: Yes
