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Escar-go and get this anti-aging snail-slime serum — over 50% off for Labor Day
The unexpected formula has won over fans who say it tones and tightens like nothing else: 'I'm 54 but look like I'm 40!'
Was a top-rated beauty product made with snail slime on your 2024 bingo card? No? Well, maybe it should be. Turns out snails are good for a lot more than being the centerpiece of tasty French dishes. Amazon shoppers and even our own beauty editor are big fans of the No. 1 bestselling CosRx Snail Mucin Repairing Essence, made with 96.3% snail secretion filtrate. It might sound gross, but the results — less dullness and dryness — certainly aren't, shoppers say. Curious? It's down to just $12 (from $25) as part of Amazon's Labor Day sale.
With over 52,000 five-star reviews, this serum has a massive fan base. Users rave about how hydrated and bright their skin feels after use.
Why is it a good deal? 💰
Normally $25, this cult favorite can be yours for a fab 52% off right now — a pretty incredible deal by any measure, and the steepest price drop we've seen in weeks. The price has fluctuated over time, but for Labor Day you'll score it for just $12, a super $13 discount.
Why do I need this? 🤔
CosRx's lightweight formula absorbs quickly and doesn't leave a film or feel heavy on the skin. It's hypoallergenic and free of any artificial fragrances too. It's easy to incorporate into your routine: Just pat it on using your fingertips after you've cleansed and toned your face. Gawking at the slimy texture is totally optional (but recommended if you want to gross out your family).
You may be wondering about the little helpers who make this wonder. No, snails aren't being plucked out of backyards nationwide. Nor are they harmed in the manufacturing process. The slime is gathered by placing snails over a mesh net and leaving them to roam freely for 30 minutes. Then, the snails are transferred back to their homes. (We all love a happy ending!)
What reviewers say 💬
This CosRx essence is not just for people who spend hours on TikTok, although millions of them have viewed the above video. Women over 40 rave about the serum's effects at Amazon too — and over 52,000 shoppers have given it a five-star rating.
Pros 👍
One user wrote: "My 'old' skin feels new again. My husband said it felt 'tight.' ... I'll take that, as a woman in my 40s! I'm not sure why this stuff isn't all over the place, because it's game-changing."
Another chimed in: "The product is amazing. I am 54 years old but look like I'm 40!"
"At 60 years old, I have tried a lot of products for skin care," shared one former skeptic. "I have not been more impressed with any product. ... It has a light scent, and you don't need to use a lot. My bottle is half gone after a few months. It has completely erased some old scars from some facial surgery. My skin is much more toned, and wrinkles are minimized."
"Magic for sensitive, dry skin!" exclaimed a fan. "I started using it about one month ago. My skin is so much softer, moisturized and healthy! I've had multiple people compliment my skin lately. ... Before using this, my skin was dull, dry and very acne-prone, despite using many other products. I highly recommend it! The only downside is it feels slimy at first, but it absorbs quickly."
Cons 👎
The above reviewer wasn't the only one who didn't love the initial "slimy" texture: Another writer added, "The slime part takes a little getting use to, but for what it does to my skin, it's worth it."
Even fans agree that it's hard to get past the initial 'ick factor' of this serum being, well, snail slime: "It was a little mentally weird to get over the fact it really looks and feels exactly like what you'd think snail slime is like," joked a user. "But it dries within five minutes and then you can't tell at all it's even on, working its magic."
If you grew up in the '80s, you may have dreamed of getting slimed on You Can't Do That on Television or Double Dare. Think of this stuff as the grown-up version.
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The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.
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