There's a deep ugliness and some slippery ethics behind the snail slime beauty boom | Catherine Bennett
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There's a deep ugliness and some slippery ethics behind the snail slime beauty boom | Catherine Bennett
"The snail beauty product market has been projected to reach $3.4 billion by 2034, largely fuelled by Millennials and Gen Z seeking cruelty-free solutions."
"Despite ethical concerns about the snails' treatment in the beauty industry, many consumers accept industry assurances of humane harvesting practices."
The normalization of snail slime in beauty products, particularly Korean skincare, has surged among Millennials and Gen Z, intrigued by promises of a youthful glow. Influencers have driven this trend, although ethical concerns surrounding snail treatment persist. Some snails are reportedly well-treated in humane conditions, leading to a projected market value of $3.4 billion by 2034. Despite ethical dilemmas, the attraction of natural, cruelty-free beauty products continues to entice young consumers willing to invest in anti-aging solutions early in life.
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