Sunburn, spots, dehydration: Snail slime, your best ally this summer
Sunburn, dehydrated skin, oxidative stress… Discover how helicitherapy naturally repairs and protects your skin, with scientific evidence to back it up. Sun exposure triggers a cascade of inflammatory reactions in your skin. UV rays generate reactive oxygen species, the famous free radicals that damage cellular DNA, degrade collagen, and disrupt the hydrolipidic barrier.
Result: sunburn, dryness, redness, accelerated skin aging and, in the long term, the appearance of hyperpigmentation spots. Even with adequate sun protection, skin needs a restorative treatment after exposure.
The Sun, Your Skin, and Free Radicals
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Sun-induced redness
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Oxidative stress
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Skin spots
SUMMER NUIT DUO - Skin exposed to UV
Excellent product, I can already see an improvement in my skin, I recommend it to my family and friends.
Our Hydrate and Soothe Summer Range
Soothe and repair your skin this summer with Helicitherapy
Why Helicitherapy is your best ally for after-sun care in 4 points.
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1. It immediately soothes redness and sunburn.
Even a mild sunburn triggers an inflammatory reaction in the superficial layers of the skin. Snail slime acts at this level thanks to its unique combination of proteins and vitamins with anti-inflammatory properties, which neutralize the mechanisms responsible for redness and discomfort (Naruke et al., 2021; Nakajima et al., 2014).
Beyond soothing, snail slime is also known for its intense moisturizing action. By quickly restoring the hydration level of the epidermis, which has been severely challenged by heat and UV rays, it relieves that characteristic tight feeling after a day in the sun.
2. It neutralizes free radicals generated by UV rays.
Exposure to ultraviolet light massively generates free radicals in the skin; these unstable molecules damage cells and accelerate skin aging.
Snail mucus contains two powerful antioxidant systems: superoxide dismutase (SOD) and glutathione-S-transferase (GST), which actively protect cellular components from oxidation (Cristiano et al., 2021).
This antioxidant action is reinforced by the synergy of other molecules present in the mucus (glycolic acid, allantoin, elastin, collagen) which form a real barrier against post-exposure oxidative damage (Laneri et al., 2019; Tsakanova et al., 2021). A natural shield to activate every evening after your summer days.
3. It deeply repairs UV-related skin damage
UV rays don't just redden the skin's surface: they degrade skin lipids, alter the hydrolipidic barrier, and promote the appearance of dry and damaged skin. The compounds present in snail slime, such as hemocyanin, allantoin, peptides, and actin, actively stimulate cell regeneration to repair this damage from within.
The reparative efficacy of mucus has also been documented in much more demanding contexts: clinical studies have demonstrated its role in the re-epithelialization of burns in adults (Greistorfer et al., 2017; Tsoutsos et al., 2009). For your skin, stressed by summer, its emollient and antimicrobial properties offer targeted and particularly effective natural care.
4. It accelerates cell renewal and protects against premature aging
Summer is one of the periods when the skin accumulates the most dead cells and when the first signs of oxidation appear: dull complexion, accentuated fine lines, loss of firmness.
Snail slime acts on two levels here: it first has a gentle keratolytic action, dissolving the bonds between dead cells to facilitate their natural elimination. Then it stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, the two essential proteins for skin firmness and elasticity (Liudmyla et al., 2022; Adikwu et al., 2008).
The result: a visibly brighter complexion, reduced fine lines, and bouncy skin. The perfect ally to enter autumn with preserved radiance.
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Summer Night Duo
DiscoverWhat you can observe on your skin
- Softer, more comfortable skin 100%
- Fresher complexion upon waking 94%
- Wrinkles and fine lines are smoothed 87%
- Pigmentation spots are reduced 85%
* Usage tests showing percentage of favorable opinions after 2 weeks of use on 55 women with combination or normal skin aged 25 to 55
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Helicibeauty kit
DiscoverWhat you can observe on your skin
- Skin is well hydrated 97%
- Reduces signs of aging 96%
- Protects against daily aggressions 95%
- Wrinkles and fine lines are reduced 88%
*Usage tests, percentage of favorable opinions after 2 weeks of use on 41 women aged 26 to 65
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After 2 weeks of use, I noticed that my complexion was even, my skin was radiant, and my dark spots had faded. The cream is rich and absorbs quickly.
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My complexion has evened out and is less yellowish. My skin has a more rosy glow, and I look noticeably better. Weaknesses: Sun/age spots have lightened slightly but have not disappeared.
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It is perfectly suited for my sensitive skin. It moisturizes and gives my skin elasticity and firmness. It reduces the signs of aging. The appearance of my fine lines does not disappear, but they are diminished.
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The application is pleasant, the skin benefits from intense hydration and a pure moment of well-being... Wrinkles and fine lines fade away... I've been using this cream for over 5 weeks and I'm amazed.
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Total effectiveness, improvements throughout the entire period, I recommend this routine to everyone, especially for people experiencing problems with facial impurities.
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Good skin hydration throughout the day. Soothes feelings of tightness. Fine lines reduced. Ideal for mature skin. Rich texture. Discreet and delicate fragrance.
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Highlight: It works! I have fewer pimples, less shine, and less oil. Drawback: I can't find any. Very pleasant scent, very nice packaging.
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Everything is really perfect: the texture, the scent, the packaging, and the effectiveness! As for using it as a treatment or repeating the treatment, that's a question I wouldn't be able to answer...
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For me, it's true that it's very gentle on my skin, especially on scars, on the face due to pimples, or on the hands or arms depending on our activities.
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Hypoallergenic neutral formula, perfect for my sensitive skin. Doesn't sting down there! It does its job perfectly, leaving my skin clean, soft, and without any tightness.
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Excellent result after a 3-week test, my skin has regained its radiance. A pleasant scent and a fine, melting texture.
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Snail slime penetrates the skin well, without a sticky effect, leaving it soft, radiant and more elastic. I really like the easy-to-use packaging, the pleasant scent and the perfect texture.
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My skin is softer, my pores are tightened. Non-sticky feel. Very pleasant smell and non-sticky texture. Very simple to apply.
