There's a deep ugliness and some slippery ethics behind the snail slime beauty boom | Catherine Bennett
Briefly

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.
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.
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