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Snail Secretion Filtrate

Filtered secretion of Helix aspersa (snail mucin)

Safety Flags
Allergen: Low; sensitivity possible; patch test advised
Safety Notes

Complex secretion containing glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid and allantoin; valued for hydration and barrier support. Not vegan. Sourcing/animal-welfare disclosure relevant for clean-beauty positioning. Generally well tolerated topically

Function & Common Use

Function

Skin conditioning, humectant, soothing, repair-support active

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

K-beauty repair serums, hydrating essences, soothing moisturisers, sheet masks

Origin

Animal derived (snail secretion)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

Not verified in source checked

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit specified

US FDA (21 CFR)

No limit established

Korea (MFDS)

Not verified in source checked

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified for topical cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Snail Secretion Filtrate safe to use in skincare?

Snail Secretion Filtrate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Complex secretion containing glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid, glycolic acid and allantoin; valued for hydration and barrier support. Not vegan. Sourcing/animal-welfare disclosure relevant for clean-beauty positioning. Generally well tolerated topically

Is Snail Secretion Filtrate allowed in India?

Snail Secretion Filtrate is currently classified as "Not specifically restricted in source checked; traditional cosmetic/Ayurvedic botanical with long history of use; no known CDSCO restriction" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is Not verified in source checked.

What is Snail Secretion Filtrate used for in cosmetics?

Snail Secretion Filtrate functions as: Skin conditioning, humectant, soothing, repair-support active. It is commonly found in: K-beauty repair serums, hydrating essences, soothing moisturisers, sheet masks.

Can Snail Secretion Filtrate cause an allergic reaction?

Yes. Snail Secretion Filtrate has an allergen flag (Low; sensitivity possible; patch test advised). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)

Not specifically restricted in source checked; traditional cosmetic/Ayurvedic botanical with long history of use; no known CDSCO restriction

EU

Permitted - listed in EU CosIng; not in Annex II or Annex III

US FDA

Permitted for cosmetic use; no restriction identified

Korea (MFDS)

Not specifically restricted in source checked; general cosmetic ingredient under MFDS negative list system

Australia (TGA)

Permitted as cosmetic ingredient under AICIS; no specific restriction found

Canada (NHPID)

Not verified in source checked

EU Annex: None

Identifiers

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