![]() That's why it's so important that we study it, because mucus, I firmly believe, is a beautiful material that is a choreographed chaos of so many complex components, so many different molecules coming together to do wondrous things.ĬHANG: You make mucus sound like poetry. Once we know what they're made of, we can understand how to better use the mucus and how to create new materials inspired by them. Can you just briefly explain what you found in this so-called mucus map?ĬERULLO: So what we found is what proteins make up this gel, this biological material, what sugars are attached to these proteins, and what kinds of salts connect the biomolecular network together. I saw that you even made a huge map of snail mucus proteins. So I understand that you subjected this mucus to all sorts of scientific analyses. Whereas with the adhesive mucus from the same part of the snail, we actually stick them to our dishes upside down to entice them to adhere to that surface and deposit their glue.ĬHANG: Oh, my God. For the two on the foot, for the lubricant, we just let them crawl all over a large surface to just deposit that snail trail everywhere they can. And we called them up and asked, hey, you have many, many snails, would you mind if we just played with them for a little bit and collected their slime?ĬERULLO: The way that we harvest the three different snail mucus is - for the protective one across the back, we just simply scoop it off with a spatula and throw it in the tube. How do you harvest snail mucus?ĬERULLO: We actually formed a partnership with an escargot farm out in Long Island. So I imagine that you have to harvest this mucus somehow - right? - to do your research. It has so many great properties for your skin, which is why snail mucus is a multi-billion-dollar market across the globe.ĬHANG: Billion? I had no idea. It's a powerful moisturizer and hydrating agent. But tell me why I need to smear these guys all over my face, too?ĬERULLO: The slime has so many advantageous properties. Our curated mucus library contains samples from corals, frogs, jellyfish, velvet worms, marine worms, oysters, hippos, birds and hagfish, just to name a few.ĬHANG: But I want to focus on the snail part of that range because I understand that for your study, you used snails that are the same snails used for escargot, which I would totally put in my mouth. What kind of animals are we talking about here?ĬERULLO: Sure. I didn't even know you call these things libraries (laughter). So I understand that CUNY has the largest library of secreted animal mucus. Thank you so much for having me on.ĬHANG: Oh, it's so great to have you. He's the lead author of a new scientific paper on the topic out recently in the journal Nature Communications. And maybe I will finally take that plunge after this interview because scientists, like Antonio Cerullo at the City University of New York, have been studying the secrets of snails. Seriously, snail slime is huge in cosmetics. That's right, this stuff can make you pretty. In fact, the moisturizing properties of mucus may sound familiar to those of you who've ever smeared a face mask with snail mucus on your face. It also helps your eyelids glide smoothly. I know - gross, right? But keep in mind, this sticky, slippery muck is crucial. The human body produces at least one liter of mucus every day. Keep out of reach of children.OK, get this. Cinema secrets is not responsible for damage to brushes, furniture, surfaces or clothing, use caution.įlammable - keep away from open flame.Do not dip brush more than halfway, over saturate or soak.Reshape the brush and allow to air dry completely before use. Wipe the brush clean on an absorbent paper towel or cloth, and repeat as necessary. For large, fluffy, or dense brushes, only dip 10% of the brush tip and hold vertically for 5 seconds so liquid moves down into the base. The bristles will draw liquid up into the brush and dissolve away makeup. Dip the tip of the brush into the liquid and remove immediately to avoid over saturation. Pour CS Makeup Brush Cleaner into our Cleansing Tin and fill the tin up enough to dip 1/4 of the way up the brush bristles. Three easy steps is all it takes to bring brushes back to life instantly. As soon as brushes are dry to the touch they are ready to use.ĭipping Method Directions Pour It, Dip It, Wipe It. The aluminum tin is perfect for the "Dipping Method" for deep cleaning and the twist-top lid fits tight to avoid spills on the job. Stubborn waterproof and long wear makeup melts away and brushes dry almost instantly, no water or rinsing required leaving a pleasant vanilla scent. Features and Benefits Start cleaning your tools like a PRO with Cinema Secrets Makeup Brush Cleaner and Cleansing Tin.
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