The common brown garden snail (Helix Aspersa Müller Glycoconjugates) secretes a thick, slimy substance full of enzymes, peptides and even zinc, copper and iron to keep its fragile skin healthy inside a shell. The excretion that keeps the snail's skin soft and healthy is said to work as a topical treatment on human scars. According to Dimosthenis Tsoutsos's 2009 study published in the Journal of Dermatological Treatment, Helix aspersa extract is a viable solution in the treatment of partial thickness burns. Since snail cream has recognized healing properties, it may help prevent scarring, especially when applied regularly during the healing process.

On the Other: Unproven Claims

The Beauty Brains are a team of scientists that research the scientific validity of beauty product claims. Their conclusion is that, while snail slime has healthy and proven ingredients, insufficient relative research exists on its effectiveness in human skin.

Bottom Line

While studies do suggest restorative properties of snail cream in certain cases, research is inconclusive in relation to human scars. If you decide to use snail cream, look for the purest product available, since certain additives may interfere with healing. Apply during healing for best results.

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Beauty Brains

Journal of Dermatological Treatment

Ciao UK

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