I actually wasn’t into snail just because everything I tried was so lightweight. Then I tried the iUnik black snail cream. My skin really likes it so much. So, now I have to have that cream but that’s the only snail I use. iUnik black snail cream has definitely become a must have staple product in my routine. 🥰
As always, nice and thorough review, thanks Kelly! I’ve tried Cosrx Snail 96 essence and benton snail bee essence. Both are perfect for my sensitive dry skin. Totally agree with Kelly here, for me Cosrx is more hydrating and benton is more soothing especially when I have acne. Can’t choose between the two
I would love it if you try the Peach Slices Snail Rescue Blemish busting toner (the name is very misleading its just a hydrating snail toner). Peach slices is a sister company to Peach and Lily that is suppose to be affordable so the toner is only $14, they also have wash off mask called snail rescue intensive mask.
I watched this while doing my nighttime routine and the snail bee essence has been a part of that for so long. I just repurchased but I might try the iunik serum because your recommendations are so spot on. Ty Kelly for another great video!
As always THANK YOU for sharing your well researched, truthful knowledge, experiences, & recommendations, with all of us! Sending hugs & 💕 to you & yours!😊 PS- ❤️ snail mucin, use daily!
Very helpful! I've only used the Cosrx which are great for layering. Am happy to learn that iUnik makes some richer black snail products since I have all the issues that come with mature skin. Thx.
Yasss LOVE snail products! I’ve been looking for a new eye cream and omg I love both of the ones you mentioned in this video! Could you do a This or That comparing these two snail eye creams!? 😍😍
Mizon; all in one snail repair cream and black snail all in one cream. Nice price, tube or pot options and really really good for my 40+ "used to be oily, now easily clogged and irritated - winter dry but not actually dry" -skin. Brown version is slightly more lightweight and black has bit of more oomph ingredient-wise, but I just keep both of these in stock because what ever issues or active combinations I'm doing, they will work with them. Both of them do contain niacemide so that is the only thing to remember with them. Spring/autum is the best season for stand alone moisturizer use, also slightly more than just gel moisturizer for summer and winter time I do need to add occlusive cream over them or loads of toner and hydrating serums underneath at least. :)
Perfect video since I was just looking to buy the cosrx all in one snail cream for a light morning cream to go under my super moisturising sunscreen (instree hyaluronic acid watery sun gel)✨
I can’t believe I have missed the whole benton snail bee line. I only recently got the green tea toner and I love it. And the Centella calming gel is super good. Absolutely love the cosrx snail mucin line, minus the gel cleanser which has a strong lingering fragrance that I absolutely detest. Iunik cream is also nice but I’m still looking to find a better suited snail cream for my skin.
Now finishing my second bottle of CosRX Snail Mucin Power Essence. Based on my trips to South Korea, including the recent one in February which was quarantine-free, CosRx is sadly not as known or popular among Koreans as the foreign community, and Olive Young drugstore actually stocks up more of its cleansing and peeling products alongside the sheet masks. A longstanding snail mucin product in k-beauty is actually Nature Republic's snail line of products!
Cosrx only became popular because of the international blogging community about 10ish years ago, I think their success is what so many indie K-beauty brands have tried to recreate over the Hallyu wave. Nature Republic never really captured my attention much but I know they are a huge brand and even have some stores here in the states.
@@KellyDriscoll Nature Republic is more known for its Steam Cream products and haircare products which incorporate argan oil or black bean extract. Personally, my use of K-beauty products has become more streamlined over the years due to aging and dry skin, so I hardly get boutique brands like Skinfood, Face Shop, Nature Republic, or even Missha and the Saem anymore. The last trip to Korea was quite a surprise since I got the Nature Republic Steam Cream and Snail Mucin cream although I never really budgeted for that! 😅
As someone who has lived in Korea for years, you are mistaken to say that Cosrx is not popular among Koreans. It is one of the most popular brands here. The Snail Mucin Power Essence is a cult classic.
Just a few days ago I was poking around to see if you had a Cosrx run down and your opinion on snail essence. I've used it before and had a nice plump hydrated calming result from snail mucin. Don't ask why I didn't re-purchase. Anyway, just bought a Cosrx kit and looked for a video you had not even loaded up yet! And here we are....one day later and wah-lah, my snail mucin asked for answers from Kelly! My sensitive, ruddy Irish skin on K beauty is just the happiest. Great barrier support! Less (actives) is more.....who knew! Thank you Kelly! Great content!
Hi Kelly the cosrx essence was something i used most of the time for three years, but unfortunately my skin has started reacting adversely to it. I did try the iunik serum about a year ago, but had a horrible reaction to it (probably one of the extracts). I'm a bit wary about the bee venom due to rosacea and eczema, but may try the sheet mask as a cheaper way to explore that formulation. All in all I missed that hydrating layer and have replaced it with an ectoin product (which my skin loves). For me snail was one of the real intros to what K beauty could offer and I did really enjoy it. i'm sad I'm not currently able to use it in my routine, but there are alternatives I am enjoying. Best wishes.
I've just tried my first snail product. I bought the cosrx dual radiance essence a couple weeks ago and I love it as far as soothing and brightening, and that niacinamide? *chefs kiss* However its not nearly as hydrating as I thought it would be.
CosRX Essence and eye cream are favorites. I am working through the Mizon Essence but it is meh, however I like their eye patches. I have the Benton sheet mask on the way
I wish you’d do more videos featuring Ulta and Sephora picks for skin care. I know you feature a lot of kbeauty but you can get some brands at those stores. I rarely shop elsewhere due to being able to combine Rakuten cash back, gift card cash back, free or faster shipping, reward points, etc.
I LOVE the COSRX Snail Power Essence! I have a lifetime of sun damage written all over my face as my gen wasn't informed about SPF. I saw your video about snail some months back and purchased it on Amazon. I especially enjoy wearing this product immediately following my face shaving routine. I'm new to face shaving and have nicked very sensitive skin a couple times. This stuff feels SO luxe! The snail soothes my face and prevents any nicks from becoming a scarred up problem. I wear the ISN Tree green tea essence over it and there is NO REDNESS after shaving. None. My skin becomes insanely smooth, moisturized and hydrated. I love it. I look forward to your detailed and highly educational videos. You've made a positive difference in my skin care journey. I THANK YOU so much Kelly! Your recommendations save me time and money, as I sure as heck don't have the budget to try products that don't work. ❤️❤️
Thank you for your reviews! You are nlw my go to source for just about everything! I have the Mizon eye cream and have been 'eyeing' up the bit more pricey Cosrx peptide eye cream...do you prefer one over the other? Thanks!
Hi, i love your videos and reviews, would you please make a video just products for dehydrated skin, i know you say it every time when you re showing of the product, but i m getting kind of lost in all of that. I think you deserve at least a mil followers, yoe are amazing
I'm surprised we don't see more snail-based lip masks - I looked it up and the only one that I could find was one from Tonymoly. Theoretically, snail sounds like a great ingredient for winter lips.
Many people are turned off by the prospect of putting snail on their face, the possibility of ingesting it would attract even less people, that might be the rationelle of the brands as to why not to do it 😅
I imagine most creators who are not actual doctors would refrain from such videos as to not get into any trouble by making possibly dangerous mistakes. Dr Dray, Dr Shereene Idriss, the Budget Dermatologist and even Cassandra Bankson have great videos on pregnancy safe skincare.
I've never been terribly impressed with the plant based formulations, the texture of that serum is nice and plumping but as far as well aging benefits, I didn't find it hard hitting.
I love snail mucin products .But I've been using Mizon I love it and yes that eye cream I've had for about less than a week I love it . I love snail products .
Hi!! I just discover you!! You are amanzigly wonderfull!! Thanks for bringing light in all this kskincare....!!! I just discovered Benton Essence....I was using a few TO serums and was happy...and then ...I got very irritated..red..😒stopped all and only used calming green tea toner, Benton essence and moisturizer. My skin is very good now!!! I would like to add some other benefits...especially the snail...can you make an antiage routine video please? Was using Grenactive Retinoid....stopped too! Is there anything that could replace it ? Thanking you so very much!! Sending love💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
Idk if you tried the new Soo good feel so calm toner pads but I got them last week and been trying them out and they are really good and hydrating also the pads are huge and filled with toner make good diy mask, I really like them. Also I think it will be great for spring and summer.
@@Hollyhock7 yes I was really surprised I was like how good can they be ..lol they are good I'm kinda mad I waited this long to get them. I hope u love them too. BTW I love ur name.
@@heathersargent289 aw thank you!! Yeah I think this summer it will be an essential for me, because I want to get a lot of sun. I also am really leaning into treating skin like it needs to be nourished and protected instead of stripped by actives and stuff, so often. I still love my AHA and BHA and actives too, but I think I need to simplify things overall and just be more gentle ♡
@@Hollyhock7 your welcome 🤗 yes I been doing the same ever since I have been using more calming protective repairing skincare and less stripping and less BHA/AHA products my skin has been so much better. I noticed my skin was really angry with me when I would try all the different exfoilants trying to find the perfect ones now I think a product with low levels of the exfoilants are best for me and hydrating repairing skincare is the way to go.
Remember the only "best" that exists is what's best for you. Choose based on your budget, the texture (cosrx is a little more moisturizing) and the ingredients (cosrx might be a little more well-aging focused with more peptides, mizon is a great well rounded cream).
is it possible that the iunik serum causes breakouts for me? cause i feel like everytime i use it i breakout the next day but i haven't seen anyone with the same experien so im confused whether that's the reason 😩
I love and hate snail. I love it for all the benefits such as brightening skin tone, calming and soothing, but I absolutely hate it for drying my skin out. I have combo/oily skin type, btw, but snail is obviously not my cup of tea. Using niacinamide products instead.
Willow bark contains salicin which is where salicylic acid comes from. It is very effective for people with sensitivities to other kinds of chemical exfoliators. Also for folks who are just starting to dabble in chemical exfoliators. Willow bark is gentle and works very well to combat acne.
When I hear snail, Cosrx comes to my mind before others ✨
I actually wasn’t into snail just because everything I tried was so lightweight. Then I tried the iUnik black snail cream. My skin really likes it so much. So, now I have to have that cream but that’s the only snail I use. iUnik black snail cream has definitely become a must have staple product in my routine. 🥰
As always, nice and thorough review, thanks Kelly! I’ve tried Cosrx Snail 96 essence and benton snail bee essence. Both are perfect for my sensitive dry skin. Totally agree with Kelly here, for me Cosrx is more hydrating and benton is more soothing especially when I have acne. Can’t choose between the two
I would love it if you try the Peach Slices Snail Rescue Blemish busting toner (the name is very misleading its just a hydrating snail toner). Peach slices is a sister company to Peach and Lily that is suppose to be affordable so the toner is only $14, they also have wash off mask called snail rescue intensive mask.
The only one missing is the Jumiso!!! The Snail EX Ultimate Barrier Cream!!! So goooood!!!!
The way you describing each product..i just love it..
I watched this while doing my nighttime routine and the snail bee essence has been a part of that for so long. I just repurchased but I might try the iunik serum because your recommendations are so spot on. Ty Kelly for another great video!
As always THANK YOU for sharing your well researched, truthful knowledge, experiences, & recommendations, with all of us! Sending hugs & 💕 to you & yours!😊
PS- ❤️ snail mucin, use daily!
always love kelly ! i watched all of your videos since like 3 years ago , please keep uploading !
Very helpful! I've only used the Cosrx which are great for layering. Am happy to learn that iUnik makes some richer black snail products since I have all the issues that come with mature skin. Thx.
I am obsessed with snail mucin!!! I've only tried the CosRX products but I definitely want to try some of the other brands.
I love snail 🐌 products oh yes they work. Snail power! 🐌 💥
My favorite snail products are the snail line from missha. Especially their snail sleep mask. So incredible for my oily acne prone skin!
Yasss LOVE snail products! I’ve been looking for a new eye cream and omg I love both of the ones you mentioned in this video! Could you do a This or That comparing these two snail eye creams!? 😍😍
Mizon; all in one snail repair cream and black snail all in one cream. Nice price, tube or pot options and really really good for my 40+ "used to be oily, now easily clogged and irritated - winter dry but not actually dry" -skin. Brown version is slightly more lightweight and black has bit of more oomph ingredient-wise, but I just keep both of these in stock because what ever issues or active combinations I'm doing, they will work with them. Both of them do contain niacemide so that is the only thing to remember with them. Spring/autum is the best season for stand alone moisturizer use, also slightly more than just gel moisturizer for summer and winter time I do need to add occlusive cream over them or loads of toner and hydrating serums underneath at least. :)
Perfect video since I was just looking to buy the cosrx all in one snail cream for a light morning cream to go under my super moisturising sunscreen (instree hyaluronic acid watery sun gel)✨
I can't live without the Mizon snail repair eye cream!
Such a staple!
I can’t believe I have missed the whole benton snail bee line. I only recently got the green tea toner and I love it. And the Centella calming gel is super good. Absolutely love the cosrx snail mucin line, minus the gel cleanser which has a strong lingering fragrance that I absolutely detest. Iunik cream is also nice but I’m still looking to find a better suited snail cream for my skin.
Now finishing my second bottle of CosRX Snail Mucin Power Essence. Based on my trips to South Korea, including the recent one in February which was quarantine-free, CosRx is sadly not as known or popular among Koreans as the foreign community, and Olive Young drugstore actually stocks up more of its cleansing and peeling products alongside the sheet masks. A longstanding snail mucin product in k-beauty is actually Nature Republic's snail line of products!
Cosrx only became popular because of the international blogging community about 10ish years ago, I think their success is what so many indie K-beauty brands have tried to recreate over the Hallyu wave. Nature Republic never really captured my attention much but I know they are a huge brand and even have some stores here in the states.
@@KellyDriscoll Nature Republic is more known for its Steam Cream products and haircare products which incorporate argan oil or black bean extract. Personally, my use of K-beauty products has become more streamlined over the years due to aging and dry skin, so I hardly get boutique brands like Skinfood, Face Shop, Nature Republic, or even Missha and the Saem anymore. The last trip to Korea was quite a surprise since I got the Nature Republic Steam Cream and Snail Mucin cream although I never really budgeted for that! 😅
As someone who has lived in Korea for years, you are mistaken to say that Cosrx is not popular among Koreans. It is one of the most popular brands here. The Snail Mucin Power Essence is a cult classic.
Just a few days ago I was poking around to see if you had a Cosrx run down and your opinion on snail essence. I've used it before and had a nice plump hydrated calming result from snail mucin. Don't ask why I didn't re-purchase. Anyway, just bought a Cosrx kit and looked for a video you had not even loaded up yet! And here we are....one day later and wah-lah, my snail mucin asked for answers from Kelly! My sensitive, ruddy Irish skin on K beauty is just the happiest. Great barrier support! Less (actives) is more.....who knew! Thank you Kelly! Great content!
As just a heads up the CosRx snail cream and essence is currently 50% off on Ulta today!
I really enjoy the Jumiso Snail X Barrier.
Lightweight and hydrating.😊
Hi Kelly the cosrx essence was something i used most of the time for three years, but unfortunately my skin has started reacting adversely to it. I did try the iunik serum about a year ago, but had a horrible reaction to it (probably one of the extracts). I'm a bit wary about the bee venom due to rosacea and eczema, but may try the sheet mask as a cheaper way to explore that formulation. All in all I missed that hydrating layer and have replaced it with an ectoin product (which my skin loves). For me snail was one of the real intros to what K beauty could offer and I did really enjoy it. i'm sad I'm not currently able to use it in my routine, but there are alternatives I am enjoying. Best wishes.
In skincare world, snail is the Iron Man
I've just tried my first snail product. I bought the cosrx dual radiance essence a couple weeks ago and I love it as far as soothing and brightening, and that niacinamide? *chefs kiss* However its not nearly as hydrating as I thought it would be.
CosRX Essence and eye cream are favorites. I am working through the Mizon Essence but it is meh, however I like their eye patches. I have the Benton sheet mask on the way
i love my snail essence from cosrx 🥰🙏🏽
I wish you’d do more videos featuring Ulta and Sephora picks for skin care. I know you feature a lot of kbeauty but you can get some brands at those stores. I rarely shop elsewhere due to being able to combine Rakuten cash back, gift card cash back, free or faster shipping, reward points, etc.
I LOVE the COSRX Snail Power Essence! I have a lifetime of sun damage written all over my face as my gen wasn't informed about SPF. I saw your video about snail some months back and purchased it on Amazon. I especially enjoy wearing this product immediately following my face shaving routine. I'm new to face shaving and have nicked very sensitive skin a couple times. This stuff feels SO luxe! The snail soothes my face and prevents any nicks from becoming a scarred up problem. I wear the ISN Tree green tea essence over it and there is NO REDNESS after shaving. None. My skin becomes insanely smooth, moisturized and hydrated. I love it. I look forward to your detailed and highly educational videos. You've made a positive difference in my skin care journey. I THANK YOU so much Kelly! Your recommendations save me time and money, as I sure as heck don't have the budget to try products that don't work. ❤️❤️
"Hello" Coppertone and Hawaiian Tropic suntan oil....a whole SPF 2 or 4!! 🤣 I remember thinking oh no....4 is too high to get a nice tan. Smh.....
Kelly is hitting 1mil this year . Let’s make it happen ❤️❤️❤️
Let's do mugwort next!! 🤗
Love all ur videos which helped me select products for my skin .. can u do review on Seoul ceutials multi functional snail cream ..
Thank you for your reviews! You are nlw my go to source for just about everything! I have the Mizon eye cream and have been 'eyeing' up the bit more pricey Cosrx peptide eye cream...do you prefer one over the other? Thanks!
Hi, i love your videos and reviews, would you please make a video just products for dehydrated skin, i know you say it every time when you re showing of the product, but i m getting kind of lost in all of that. I think you deserve at least a mil followers, yoe are amazing
I love your contents. I just subs to you! 😘
Awesome video! Thanks.
Great Video Kelly
Thanks Kelly！ I just want to know what product including centenlla is better to
my skin. could u recommend some products u like？
What about TIAM products? Did you ever try their snail range? I quite enjoy a few bits of this brand so I would be very interested.
Would love your point of view on Cos De Baha’s snail mucin serum
I'm surprised we don't see more snail-based lip masks - I looked it up and the only one that I could find was one from Tonymoly. Theoretically, snail sounds like a great ingredient for winter lips.
Many people are turned off by the prospect of putting snail on their face, the possibility of ingesting it would attract even less people, that might be the rationelle of the brands as to why not to do it 😅
Hey Kelly, Please do a video on pregnancy safe skin care.
I imagine most creators who are not actual doctors would refrain from such videos as to not get into any trouble by making possibly dangerous mistakes. Dr Dray, Dr Shereene Idriss, the Budget Dermatologist and even Cassandra Bankson have great videos on pregnancy safe skincare.
Kelly love you❤..
Kelly which snail product you like the most and what's your take on the plant base time stop collagen?
I've never been terribly impressed with the plant based formulations, the texture of that serum is nice and plumping but as far as well aging benefits, I didn't find it hard hitting.
I love snail mucin products .But I've been using Mizon I love it and yes that eye cream I've had for about less than a week I love it . I love snail products .
Mizon is so good and affordable!
The only snail product that I tried was the Cosrx essence and it didn't do anything. I'm looking at trying the Secret Key snail repair toner.
I love Benton snail bee essence. For My skin it's more hydrating than Cosrx snail essence. I feel that Cosrx drys my skin.
The benton is much better i agree
Yes cosrx essence makes skin dry not gud for winters
Do you think the Benton snail bee could be used as the only moisturiser for oily skin in the summer?
Hi!! I just discover you!! You are amanzigly wonderfull!! Thanks for bringing light in all this kskincare....!!! I just discovered Benton Essence....I was using a few TO serums and was happy...and then ...I got very irritated..red..😒stopped all and only used calming green tea toner, Benton essence and moisturizer. My skin is very good now!!! I would like to add some other benefits...especially the snail...can you make an antiage routine video please? Was using Grenactive Retinoid....stopped too! Is there anything that could replace it ? Thanking you so very much!! Sending love💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
Idk if you tried the new Soo good feel so calm toner pads but I got them last week and been trying them out and they are really good and hydrating also the pads are huge and filled with toner make good diy mask, I really like them. Also I think it will be great for spring and summer.
Cabbage water! Yes! I'm placing my order "sooon".. lol. I'm looking forward to the pads they sound so soothing
@@Hollyhock7 yes I was really surprised I was like how good can they be ..lol they are good I'm kinda mad I waited this long to get them. I hope u love them too. BTW I love ur name.
@@heathersargent289 aw thank you!! Yeah I think this summer it will be an essential for me, because I want to get a lot of sun. I also am really leaning into treating skin like it needs to be nourished and protected instead of stripped by actives and stuff, so often. I still love my AHA and BHA and actives too, but I think I need to simplify things overall and just be more gentle ♡
@@Hollyhock7 your welcome 🤗 yes I been doing the same ever since I have been using more calming protective repairing skincare and less stripping and less BHA/AHA products my skin has been so much better. I noticed my skin was really angry with me when I would try all the different exfoilants trying to find the perfect ones now I think a product with low levels of the exfoilants are best for me and hydrating repairing skincare is the way to go.
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Is cosrx oil-free ultra moisturizing lotion suitable for combo to dry skin please?!
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Kelly which snail eye cream is better between mizon eye cream and cosrx snail peptide eye cream?
Remember the only "best" that exists is what's best for you. Choose based on your budget, the texture (cosrx is a little more moisturizing) and the ingredients (cosrx might be a little more well-aging focused with more peptides, mizon is a great well rounded cream).
I am surprised that there is no Benton
Snail Bee Ultimate Serum included. I like it a lot.
Because it is fermented?
is it possible that the iunik serum causes breakouts for me? cause i feel like everytime i use it i breakout the next day but i haven't seen anyone with the same experien so im confused whether that's the reason 😩
What's the difference between the essence and lotion ( benton )
I love and hate snail. I love it for all the benefits such as brightening skin tone, calming and soothing, but I absolutely hate it for drying my skin out. I have combo/oily skin type, btw, but snail is obviously not my cup of tea. Using niacinamide products instead.
Is that a cat statue or one of the wine bottles during Halloween?
Willow bark contains salicin which is where salicylic acid comes from. It is very effective for people with sensitivities to other kinds of chemical exfoliators. Also for folks who are just starting to dabble in chemical exfoliators. Willow bark is gentle and works very well to combat acne.
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What is OG?
Slang for original gangster!
@@KellyDriscoll Haha!! I was thinking it was Oly Grail!! Like it's good but not good enough to be Holy!! LOL
@@jamirain I like that, haha! Oly Grail.. I have a lot of those in my cabinet 😂