# Anti-Aging Snail Serums Intoxicated Cosmetics Boasts a Clinically Proven Product By Kalin Ned | Published 2022-08-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snail-serums References: [intoxicatedcosmetics](https://intoxicatedcosmetics.com/products/snail-venom-serum) This Snail Serum boasts a highly innovative formula in elegantly mysterious packaging. The product contains XEP™-018, "a biomimetic variation of Marine Cone Snail’s venom." XEP™-018 is a clinically proven peptide. It is known to deliver [instant anti-aging properties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-antiaging-skincare) for a smoother and more even complexion. XEP™-018 does so by minimizing muscle contraction and controlling facial movement in a similar way to Botox as the [biomimetic peptide](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neurosmooth) can "act as a modulator of neuromuscular transmission." The Snail Serum, however, is much less invasive than injections and, as a result, may be more favorable to some consumers. The Snail Serum is offered by beauty brand Intoxicated Cosmetics which strives to offer "[venom-inspired, anti-aging products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-serums) that give an alternative to invasive injections." The small business is based in Boston and was founded by Rachel Sommers. Image Credit: Intoxicated Cosmetics ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Biomimetic Peptides:** Opportunity for developing new anti-aging products through venom-inspired, clinically proven ingredients - **Non-invasive Anti-aging Treatments:** Opportunity for providing alternative to Botox and other invasive skin-tightening treatments - **Mystery Packaging:** Opportunity for creating intrigue and customer curiosity with unique, unbranded packaging designs ### Sectors Adopting This - **Skincare:** Intoxicated Cosmetics is a new entrant and may disrupt the skincare industry with its innovative anti-aging products based on venom-inspired ingredients - **Cosmetics Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can consider including biomimetic peptides to their product offerings for non-invasive, clinically proven anti-aging treatments - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising firms have an opportunity to leverage the mysterious, unbranded packaging of Intoxicated Cosmetics to create intrigue and interest among customers ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bouncy Phyto-Mucin Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elastic-skin.md) - [Bee-Inspired Beauty Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bee-serum.md) - [Gentle Snail Mucin-Powered Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snail-mucin.md) - [Injection-Inspired Skincare Serum](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wrinklemodulating-peptide-serum.md) - [Yam-Infused Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-snail-mucin.md) - [Super-Sized Bee Venom Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-serums.md) - [Award-Winning Exosome Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exosome-serum.md) - [Peptide-Powered Eye Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eye-contour-treatment.md) - [Potent Korean Skincare-Clinic Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cisl-seoul.md)