COSRX - Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence - 100ml

I was keen to give this a go - I've really been enjoying incorporating more toners and essences into my skincare routine. I'm also enjoying K beauty in general right now and this product has had a lot of hype on social media. Cosrx seems like a brand you can really trust. They combine science-backed ingredients with innovative and active ingredients and are always fairly priced The advanced snail 96 mucin power essence contains 96% skin-friendly snail secretion filtrate - which protects the skin from moisture loss. It's also said to improve skin elasticity and repairs damage. It's also formulated with sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid) for intense hydration. It's an extremely lightweight, fast absorbing essence which leaves a non-sticky residue Overall ... MoreI was keen to give this a go - I've really been enjoying incorporating more toners and essences into my skincare routine. I'm also enjoying K beauty in general right now and this product has had a lot of hype on social media. Cosrx seems like a brand you can really trust. They combine science-backed ingredients with innovative and active ingredients and are always fairly priced The advanced snail 96 mucin power essence contains 96% skin-friendly snail secretion filtrate - which protects the skin from moisture loss. It's also said to improve skin elasticity and repairs damage. It's also formulated with sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid) for intense hydration. It's an extremely lightweight, fast absorbing essence which leaves a non-sticky residue Overall 5ï¸ âƒ£/5ï¸ âƒ£ - when looking for an essence I look for 2 key things. 1) pack a burst of hydration into my routine and 2) don't interact/negatively affect the rest of my skincare routine. This essence feels incredibly hydrating - it has an almost water-like texture and I can really feel my skin drinking it up. It's an extra layer of hydration that is much needed in the hotter weather. It also plays well with other ingredients in my routine. The non-sticky, non-greasy texture means I can use it morning and night and don't have to alter the other skincare products I'm using. I'm also enjoying trying more products from their line after loving this! 🠌

I was hesitant about snail mucin products for a long time because… well, it’s snail mucin. I’m glad I finally got over that and tried this one from COSRX, because the benefits have been nearly infinite. I have oily prone skin, prone to black heads, larger pores and some hormonal cystic acne. This has helped with all of that. I do have other products I use in combination that also aid in minimizing these issues, but this product has certainly carried its weight and I don’t think I’ll ever go without it. It has a really soft thin jelly-like consistency and a little goes a pretty long way. It helps keep my skin hydrated so I’m not getting as oily as I used to, and it has helped even out texture as well. It keeps me moisturized all day which helps prevent oil and that ... MoreI was hesitant about snail mucin products for a long time because… well, it’s snail mucin. I’m glad I finally got over that and tried this one from COSRX, because the benefits have been nearly infinite. I have oily prone skin, prone to black heads, larger pores and some hormonal cystic acne. This has helped with all of that. I do have other products I use in combination that also aid in minimizing these issues, but this product has certainly carried its weight and I don’t think I’ll ever go without it. It has a really soft thin jelly-like consistency and a little goes a pretty long way. It helps keep my skin hydrated so I’m not getting as oily as I used to, and it has helped even out texture as well. It keeps me moisturized all day which helps prevent oil and that nasty sebum build up that ends up clogging and enlarging my pores. It’s also very soothing if you’re using any products that are making your skin more sensitive and has been a great asset to me since I’ve started using Tretinoin for that reason. I think this is a great product for any skin type and will help your other products work a little better as well. That has been my experience using this. I’m no longer super oily since I figured out the key to stopping all that oil production is proper and thorough moisturizing, and this has become a moisturizing staple in my routine.

Amazing product but doesn't work for every routine

This is honestly another amazing snail mucin formula from cosRX and I will be purchasing again BUT it's not for every routine. If you already use their other snail products, it's kind of useless as the other mucin products are already packed with mucin. If you're using the other products it's redundant and I would skip out on this one. I will say though, that through skin changes I've found this is a perfect replacement or alternative to Hyaluronic acid serums. When I first started using this I was already using the snail mucin moisturizer, but I just started transitioning (ftm) and my skin changed from super sensitive and dry to greasy and acne prone but not as sensitive. The snail mucin moisturizer (which I've been swearing by for a year now) just doesn't work for ... MoreThis is honestly another amazing snail mucin formula from cosRX and I will be purchasing again BUT it's not for every routine. If you already use their other snail products, it's kind of useless as the other mucin products are already packed with mucin. If you're using the other products it's redundant and I would skip out on this one. I will say though, that through skin changes I've found this is a perfect replacement or alternative to Hyaluronic acid serums. When I first started using this I was already using the snail mucin moisturizer, but I just started transitioning (ftm) and my skin changed from super sensitive and dry to greasy and acne prone but not as sensitive. The snail mucin moisturizer (which I've been swearing by for a year now) just doesn't work for my skin anymore, its sad but it happens when your body changes, not the products fault. So I switched back to an old fave from the ordinary (HA factors) which works for my skin better now than it used to, but I still needed some kind of moisture boost but as the ordinary moisturizer already has hyaluronic acid I didn't want to also use an HA serum as too much HA can cause irritation in the long run. This essence is a perfect substitute for HA serums! I find it even better than HA serums and I've used like 5 different HA serums at this point. So if you need an extra moisture boost in your routine without it being too heavy, have an allergy or sensitivity to HA, or just want to try out snail mucin products, this is a great product! Bottom line: it's not for every routine, but if it makes sense in yours, its great! It does exactly what my snail mucin moisturizer did and gives the same effect! (Glowy skin, longer lasting hydration, minimized fine lines, doesn't clog pores at all). It's basically just a powerful moister boost in your routine, but a really good one.(Product is honestly 5 stars but just because it's not really worth it for most people's routines I took a star off)

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@cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power EssenceThe Cosrx Advanced Snail 92 cream was my best skincare discovery in 2021. It was so good, I gave it its own daily step in my routine.Then I discovered this Essence!! I used up a mini in no time.Snail secretion filtrate is basically snail slime and this has a whopping 96% of it!! It pairs the mucin with sodium hyaluronate (a form of hyaluronic acid), and arginine (an amino acid), to not only hydrate the skin, but improve texture and tone, too.My dehydrated skin just loves to drink it up.Damaged your skin barrier? No problem - reach for the mucin! It's soothing, healing, it's hydrating. It helps calm inflammation whilst being kind and gentle and is also effective for the care of rossacea.Who still loves a physical ... More@cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power EssenceThe Cosrx Advanced Snail 92 cream was my best skincare discovery in 2021. It was so good, I gave it its own daily step in my routine.Then I discovered this Essence!! I used up a mini in no time.Snail secretion filtrate is basically snail slime and this has a whopping 96% of it!! It pairs the mucin with sodium hyaluronate (a form of hyaluronic acid), and arginine (an amino acid), to not only hydrate the skin, but improve texture and tone, too.My dehydrated skin just loves to drink it up.Damaged your skin barrier? No problem - reach for the mucin! It's soothing, healing, it's hydrating. It helps calm inflammation whilst being kind and gentle and is also effective for the care of rossacea.Who still loves a physical exfoliation? Me too! It's tabboo I know because we hear about it causing micro tears in our skin... Bring in the mucin! Snails make this stuff to allow them to roam the land. Their little jelly-like bodies get scratched as they drag them around the rough ground, so they produce their secretions to allow their bodies to repair, thus enabling them to continue to roam - same principle! Take that micro tears, I'll repair you with my mucin!!!!I find it works incredibly well with retinol and definitely reduces irritation that can be caused.In fact snail mucin is such a gentle humenctant, that you can use it with ANY of your actives. It does go on with a slimy texture but it does absorb dry.I can't imagine how amazing it is in conjuction with the 92 Cream as I've just finished mine, but both are amazing in their own right!Lastly Cosrx are a cruelty free brand. The snails are not harmed in the mucin excretion process but snail mucin is an animal by product so it cannot be classed as vegan.

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I've been a fan of Cosrx for a little while now. I'm a huge fan of their BHA Blackhead Power Liquid and had used their hyaluronic serum for quite a while. I was starting to not like the hyaluronic cause I felt it just didn't add enough moisture and I felt my skin was still dull looking. I have heard so many great reviews for the is product and how it's helped so many other faces with acne, hyperpigmentation, redness, pretty much everything. So I thought why not switch it up. I've been using this for a month now and I do feel like my skin looks more plump and supple. I won't say that it has made my dark spots go away but I feel like my skin does appear to be brighter and healthier looking.My skin is on the oilier side, So I was a tad nervous since I've seen this is ... MoreI've been a fan of Cosrx for a little while now. I'm a huge fan of their BHA Blackhead Power Liquid and had used their hyaluronic serum for quite a while. I was starting to not like the hyaluronic cause I felt it just didn't add enough moisture and I felt my skin was still dull looking. I have heard so many great reviews for the is product and how it's helped so many other faces with acne, hyperpigmentation, redness, pretty much everything. So I thought why not switch it up. I've been using this for a month now and I do feel like my skin looks more plump and supple. I won't say that it has made my dark spots go away but I feel like my skin does appear to be brighter and healthier looking.My skin is on the oilier side, So I was a tad nervous since I've seen this is more sticky in consistency. However, this has not made me look any shinier and if anything gives me a healthy glow. I do have some active acne on my cheeks and neck at the moment, so I can't say that this helps to really remedy my breakouts.Overall, I like this product a lot. I feel it makes my skin look healthier and truthfully a little goes a long way, so I anticipate this lasting quite a while.

Nice, but not mind-blowing

I purchesed this product because it was really hyped by the whole skincare community and I wanted to try it.Let's start by saying that, fortunately, I have normal skin, with no severe concerns. I have rosacea around my nose but it's not that visible and my skin tends to breakout when I'm on my period (especially my chin area).This product helped me to heal some acne scars, I noticed that the dark spots fade quicker than before and this is a big plus! The downside I experienced? Sometimes it dried out my skin, so I tried to apply it on damp skin after a shower and this was a game changer for me and my skin! The combo damp skin + snail mucin + thick moisturizer makes my skin glowy and bouncy :DPros:- Lasts long since it's 100 ml- Helped me with dark spots and ... MoreI purchesed this product because it was really hyped by the whole skincare community and I wanted to try it.Let's start by saying that, fortunately, I have normal skin, with no severe concerns. I have rosacea around my nose but it's not that visible and my skin tends to breakout when I'm on my period (especially my chin area).This product helped me to heal some acne scars, I noticed that the dark spots fade quicker than before and this is a big plus! The downside I experienced? Sometimes it dried out my skin, so I tried to apply it on damp skin after a shower and this was a game changer for me and my skin! The combo damp skin + snail mucin + thick moisturizer makes my skin glowy and bouncy :DPros:- Lasts long since it's 100 ml- Helped me with dark spots and acne scars- Good value for money- Skincare newbie friendly since you can really use it whenever you feel like, in the morning at night, it doesn't interfere with other ingredientsCons:- Can dry out your skin- Can cause allergy if you have a severe dust allergy, so remember to patch test it before you put it all over your faceActually, I'd rate this product 4.5 stars out of 5, but sadly I had to pick 4 because half points aren't possible here.I hope this review helped someone, and remember that everyone's skin is different, so keep that in mind when buying something!

Ok

I've been using the Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence for a few weeks now and I'm not sure how I feel about it. On one hand, I do notice that my skin looks and feels more hydrated after using it. It has a lightweight, watery consistency that absorbs quickly into the skin, and it doesn't leave any sticky or greasy residue. I also appreciate that it's formulated with 96% snail mucin, which is known for its skin-healing and anti-aging properties.On the other hand, I'm not sure if I've seen any significant improvement in my overall skin texture or tone. I have combination skin and I've noticed that it can be a bit drying in certain areas, so I have to make sure to follow up with a moisturizer after using it.Overall, I think the Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 ... MoreI've been using the Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence for a few weeks now and I'm not sure how I feel about it. On one hand, I do notice that my skin looks and feels more hydrated after using it. It has a lightweight, watery consistency that absorbs quickly into the skin, and it doesn't leave any sticky or greasy residue. I also appreciate that it's formulated with 96% snail mucin, which is known for its skin-healing and anti-aging properties.On the other hand, I'm not sure if I've seen any significant improvement in my overall skin texture or tone. I have combination skin and I've noticed that it can be a bit drying in certain areas, so I have to make sure to follow up with a moisturizer after using it.Overall, I think the Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is a decent product that provides some hydration and nourishment to the skin, but it may not be suitable for all skin types and I'm not sure if it's worth the price tag. If you have dry or dehydrated skin and you're looking for a lightweight, hydrating essence, it might be worth giving this one a try. Just keep in mind that results may vary and you may need to follow up with a moisturizer to avoid dryness.

Ultimate skin rescue for reactive and irritated skin

I can speak to and absolutely vouch for the first 3 claims on the product description image. This is the only toner/ essence that has been able to completely calm my skin from an acute allergic reaction - even my tower 28 spray that I love for day to day skin calming couldn't do the job that this did for me. I only have a sulhwasoo and a Heimish moisturizer that also completely deescalates my reactive episodes like this snail essence has now proven to be able to do every time.(The most comparable texture and result is from the Galactomyces 95 essence, but this is much more viscous and immediately calming whereas that's been ideal for day to day skin maintenance for me).I have dry sensitive and repeatedly inflamed reactive skin that is currently experiencing ... MoreI can speak to and absolutely vouch for the first 3 claims on the product description image. This is the only toner/ essence that has been able to completely calm my skin from an acute allergic reaction - even my tower 28 spray that I love for day to day skin calming couldn't do the job that this did for me. I only have a sulhwasoo and a Heimish moisturizer that also completely deescalates my reactive episodes like this snail essence has now proven to be able to do every time.(The most comparable texture and result is from the Galactomyces 95 essence, but this is much more viscous and immediately calming whereas that's been ideal for day to day skin maintenance for me).I have dry sensitive and repeatedly inflamed reactive skin that is currently experiencing repeat burning allergic reactions due to a bad reaction to heavy fragrance in a product I used a month ago.Beautiful viscous gel like plush liquid that doesn't have the smell or slime you might be scared of if the snail cream texture didn't work for you. Even with this being the thickest essence I've used, it spreads really easily and as it plushly coats the skin in a lovely thick layer of hydration, it doesn't feel suffocating or slimy at all. This is a perfect product for someone with a highly minimalist routine goal as you definitely can have this be the only step between cleansing and moisturizer and SPF.For the fact this is really easy to use without the trouble of the runny slimy formula of the cream, this is great to use in a pinch (even if it's just until you can get your hands on the new packaging version of the snail cream), so I'm definitely keeping this in hand to save me on travels from more prolonged skin disasters.

Use it right and it's fabulous ...

Ooooeeee ... this has become a holy grail item for me. The snail mucin alongside the sodium hyaluronate works wonders to smooth and protect. But y'all ... Y'ALL! You have to use it correctly or it's a dud. I don't understand why more manufacturers of HA-based products (sodium hyaluronate in this case) don't stress that it MUST be layered under something occlusive. And while we're on that topic, if you're using oils either as a cleanser or something you think is moisturizing your skin, if the oil comes before another product, the oil is preventing its benefits from penetrating your skin. Since oils have larger molecules, they sit on top and penetrate less effectively than moisturizers with smaller molecules, like serums and cream-based moisturizers. SO that little ... MoreOoooeeee ... this has become a holy grail item for me. The snail mucin alongside the sodium hyaluronate works wonders to smooth and protect. But y'all ... Y'ALL! You have to use it correctly or it's a dud. I don't understand why more manufacturers of HA-based products (sodium hyaluronate in this case) don't stress that it MUST be layered under something occlusive. And while we're on that topic, if you're using oils either as a cleanser or something you think is moisturizing your skin, if the oil comes before another product, the oil is preventing its benefits from penetrating your skin. Since oils have larger molecules, they sit on top and penetrate less effectively than moisturizers with smaller molecules, like serums and cream-based moisturizers. SO that little lesson is the caveat with this product. Layer it in the right order without any oil in the game beforehand, at least. Rinse any oil residue off your face, then layer it either on clean skin or over a thinner product, like toner and/or a vitamin C active during the day, then put something occlusive over it - a serum or a moisturizer. If you're dead-set on an oil, it must come at the very end of your routine or you're hijacking literally every other item in your arsenal. Back to this product: This order allows the ingredients to do with they're supposed to do, which is pull water to the surface of the skin and keep it there and smooth the skin with the properties of snail mucin. That's the plumping effect. If you don't lock it in, those water-searching molecules in HA (sodium hyaluronate here) are going to go looking for water in the air, which can create a drying effect (known as transepidermal water loss). Is it sticky for a couple beats? Yes. But give it a minute or two and it's dry enough so that your next layer(s) of serum and/or moisturizer won't turn to gravy and will offer a nice canvas for either makeup or pillow time. I use this product during the day and at night. BTW, I have combo skin and I'm 50. Skincare is more than a hobby for me.

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- my skin type: oily- skin concerns: sensitivity, acne and breakouts, oiliness, dullness, hydration, etc.- who am i: teenager (17), light beige skin tone, I live in a country that isn’t particularly humid nor dry.-SPOILER: this has become my holy grail.The product comes in a tall but compact bottle from which the snail secretion can exit through a convenient pump. Generally, the design of the product is a deal-breaker for me, in fact, I tend to choose products based on advertisements, description and that I think would fit my idea of aesthetics in order to achieve maximum relaxation when I start my skincare routine; in this case, I found the bottle to be sleek and elegant considering that the quantity is a lot (100ml). The consistency isn’t totally slimy but ... More- my skin type: oily- skin concerns: sensitivity, acne and breakouts, oiliness, dullness, hydration, etc.- who am i: teenager (17), light beige skin tone, I live in a country that isn’t particularly humid nor dry.-SPOILER: this has become my holy grail.The product comes in a tall but compact bottle from which the snail secretion can exit through a convenient pump. Generally, the design of the product is a deal-breaker for me, in fact, I tend to choose products based on advertisements, description and that I think would fit my idea of aesthetics in order to achieve maximum relaxation when I start my skincare routine; in this case, I found the bottle to be sleek and elegant considering that the quantity is a lot (100ml). The consistency isn’t totally slimy but instead waterier and that is probably why it is perfect for all skin types, including oily. Being an oily folk myself, I use 4 pumps of product and rub it until it’s completely absorbed (bear in mind that I use no pressure, but just gently slide the product on my skin with both fingers and palms), moreover with this product the more the better, so don’t be afraid of squeezing more than 2 pumps, it is worth it. When I finish applying it on, my skin feels plump and hydrated, soft and bouncy, brightened, and healthier! (I have sometimes experienced a tingly sensation that goes away in about 10 seconds). With continuous use, it diminished my breakouts, balanced the oil production and so much more. I think I was able to achieve all these things because my hydration level was improved leading to a much healthier complexion. It is great to support your skin health and totally worth the splurge. IF YOU LIKED THIS REVIEW PLEASE LIKE IT, IT HELPS ME SO MUCH, THANK YOU.