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A high quality, but reasonably priced, lightly perfumed moisturiser containing a mild sun screen and vitamins A and E. For further information on this product kindly view the details under Quintessence moisturiser Snail mucin has always been a highly sought-after ingredient in Korean skincare products to achieve that glass skin look they adore and love. This product has one of the highest percentages of snail mucin in its cream and is a much-loved product by the Korean public.