The serum secreted by these snails have a powerful antioxidants which protect them from an atmosphere full of oxygen radicals. When the serum is applied to fibroblasts, it enhances the proliferation and functional capability of these cells. Fibroblasts are responsible for generating all the elements of the skin matrix, including collagen, elastin fibers, glycosaminoglycans and proteoglycans. The latter two provide firmness, strength, suppleness, and elasticity for the skin by containing water.