Aproko Doctor Warns Against ‘Live Snail’ Skincare Trend, Cites Infection Risks (Video)

• Health influencer Aproko Doctor has cautioned Nigerians against using live snails on their faces, warning of serious health risks including infections and brain inflammation.

Popular Nigerian health influencer and medical doctor, Chinonso Egemba, has raised alarm over the growing “live snail” skincare trend, warning that it could expose users to dangerous infections and even brain inflammation.

In a video shared on his social media pages, Egemba debunked claims that applying live snails directly to the face is a natural or superior way to benefit from snail mucin. He explained that the Giant African Land Snail, commonly found in Nigeria, is a known carrier of a harmful parasite called rat lungworm, which can lead to a rare form of meningitis—an inflammation of the brain.

He also questioned the hygiene of snails sourced from bushes or backyards, noting that they often crawl through contaminated environments, including soil, decaying matter, and rodent waste. According to him, bacteria present on the snail’s body and slime can easily cause skin infections, especially when applied to sensitive areas like pimples or broken skin.

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Egemba further warned that unprocessed snail mucus can trigger allergic reactions, particularly in individuals with sensitivities to shellfish or molluscs. He stressed that while certified skincare products containing processed snail mucin are generally safe, using raw, unfiltered snails poses significant health risks.

Instead, he advised Nigerians to focus on proven skincare habits such as proper hydration, consuming vitamin C-rich fruits to boost collagen production, getting adequate sleep, and using sunscreen to protect against UV damage.

Watch video below:

Before you put that live snail on your face in the name of skincare, watch this video first! pic.twitter.com/tSxWRmZck0— Dr. Chinonso Egemba (@aproko_doctor) March 23, 2026