I like trying different cleansers, serums and moisturizers, but this is the one product I never skip or leave out. I'm 56 years old and have been using it for around 3 years. I've had several people ask what I use because I have very few wrinkles. They're usually grossed out when I tell them 🤣 But this is the best thing I've found for my aging but oily skin.
I have a very oily T-zone even though I'm over 50. I waited SOOO long to try this product because "snail" seemed icky. After I tried & loved several other Cosrx products, I got the mini of this. It is INCREDIBLY soothing & softening, more so than anything else I've tried.
This is like the one thing I ALWAYS remember to put on every day! It's very viscous and spreads easily. I love it because I hate anything that feels heavy or sticky (like, HATE!). But this is so light on my face ... and I love to tell people snail secretion is my secret beauty ingredient.
I use the Cosrx essence every day. I am 47, and I have received many compliments that my skin looks like glass or a doll. I don’t know if it is all from this product, but I am not going to stop using it. It certainly helps when I have damaged my moisture barrier. I have picked it up during the Ulta sale.
I call this amazing serum my serotonin for the skin. I definitely use this to heal/soothe as I’ve increased my tret strength, it’s wonderful! A bottle lasts me over a year, and for at least the last 2 years has been 50% off during Ulta’s January sale. I enjoyed the bee/honey CosRX serums, but was very happy to return to this once the minis were used up. Holy grail!
Ok that’s the PERFECT description lol!! Yeah, I have skipped on cosrx’s serums for that reason exactly. However, I will say that the propolis honey overnight mask is another tremendous hit for me!
@@ymc4573 I don’t use them in the same routine… at night I do tret (alternate nights w tret and acids), oil, moisturizer and then in the morning I use C, CosRx 96, moisturizer then sunscreen. Hope this helps?
I use the 92% cream version since I prefer a thicker consistency and it doubles as an eye cream for me too, not much difference from the essence. Sometimes I even apply a little amount of it on papercuts or popped pimple and they heal overnight! Amazing stuff, snail mucin. Lab Muffin Beauty Science loves it too 🐌
I love it!! At first I wasn’t wowed when I used it as a serum but now that I’m using it just after shower when the skin is damp… it’s surprising how it moisturizes my skin! That’s another use for the ones that don’t like that tacky feeling… I’m on my fifth bottle. Thanks for another amazing video, Alice!!!
Pretty lady I have been using this for almost 6 years & am never without it. On the nights I use trentoin I put it after & I don’t get any flacking. I am with you - my favorite product & I even enjoy the sliminess of it.👍🥰
Been using it for years too! I use it am and pm every day, it goes on after serum/liquid texture products and before moisturizer. No trouble on my oily skin from it either.. I swear it also helps sunburn heal quicker when the occasional one happens.
I don’t doubt that at all - one of the studies I found specifically looked at snail mucus on burn wounds, and yep, it healed faster! Incredible stuff, I’ll never be without it!!
I read that snail mucin contains copper peptides as well yay. The cosrx snail cream is my fav product, it's perfect for buffering my tretinoin as it's not too occlusive and very healing.
This product is a game changer. I’ve only been using it on my VERY oily skin (but not acne prone at all), but it’s given my skin and incredible glow. It’s also pretty much stopped the dryness I get from my Tret, so that’s been incredible. I could not live without this product now.
I tried this product because of you and man, it makes SUCH a difference on my skin. I think I'm literally still on the first bottle of it even though it's been a year. It's finally getting a little low but it's INSANE how long it lasts for me. Lately, my skin care routine staples have been Hanskin Bubblepop cleanser, Beauty of Josean's Bubble Toner, and Cosrx snail essence. Occasionally, there's additions depending on time of month or just sudden concerns, but those three as my 'core' have just given me much better control of my acne. Other products may come and go but I'm not sure I'm ever willing to lose those - particularly the latter two.
Ohhh those are two favorites!! I feel like they’re very potent products in a non-irritating way. It’s kind of rare as potent typically means “15% AHA!”, whereas these are ..hmm..sensitive-skin-potent? I might have to try the hanskin given your other favs 🤔
I have very difficult skin same as you dry & prone to acne, so I’m always using different products on my skin care, trying to deal with my acne and dry skin, & I love how wonderful works with any products, so I can used at night or during the day, I came across this product because of your recommendation & I have really enjoyed, thank you, you are truly a gift.
Ah so happy to hear!! And what’s very nice about this product is that even 4 years later, it gives me the same results. You know how some products seem great in the beginning, but over time seem underwhelming? This is not that story lol. Happy to hear you’re enjoying it! 🥰
As someone with oily skin, I love the Cosrx product. Actually love the consistency and skins in quickly for me with no tackiness. I use 2 pumps am and pm. The size is amazing. Definitely going to be a staple in my routine.
I tried the line in the travel size kit. I find the essence is very necessary during lady time, when my skin won't act right for my usual routine. So I kind of only use it a few days a month. But I really fell in love with the cleanser. It takes off makeup so good. And the clean, not stripped, no residue feeling is amazing.
I loved this video, thank you gorgeous! I have 4 pumps of the snail96 every night after I use my essence, essentially as an “essence topper“. I have combo acne prome skin, and combining this with green tea, mugwort, ginseng- it works wonders, my inflammation is barely there :) I love the texture and the way it sinks in. Been loving all of your videos 🥰
I do that often too - in fact just this AM, I did the primera essence followed by this. Such a hydrating combo! And yep, those are some of the best ingredients 😍
I’ve also spotted it online at Marshall’s/TJ Maxx for less than Ulta/Korean site prices 😎. As someone who has a snail phobia, I find it interesting that this doesn’t make me squeamish at all. It’s just such a different thing coming from a plastic bottle in my clean snail-free bathroom cabinet. 🤔😆 Hugs, Alice 💞
Oh I would be squealing if I found it at TJ Maxx! 😱😱 so true, i feel like it’s easier to imagine it as a slimy product vs a snail product. Hope you have a wonderful holiday weekend! ☺️
I feel like this soaks in so well after 30 seconds that I never actually worried about putting actives under it, but I'll have to give that a try for effectiveness. Kind of random sub-question on that, but I overthought the issue since I tend to use encapsulated retinol immediately after the snail essence in my night routine. Do you think encapsulation of an active impacts the suggested order of layering products? I know they say the encapsulation tends to act as a time release, so I could see order mattering far less as long as an occlusive layer was placed over the active. Also I agree with you on what makes the product valuable. I don't feel the essence is moisturizing in any way despite being tacky, and I wouldn't classify it as typical hydration, but it seems to improve overall skin health in a healing fashion. I know I said I don't classify it as typically hydrating, but the correction is almost like the difference between dehydrated skin and regular skin or correcting the feeling you get with a very minor sunburn. I often feel like actives can tax the skin or skin barrier and this helps gently mitigate those effects without having any substantial impact of its own.
I’d say to give it a try! Most of why I’m so convinced on actives first is my own experience; add to that seeing multiple comments in agreement. It feels like a consensus that layering in this order gives a slight edge! But on that note, I also think there is a bit more of a spectrum of effectiveness with these conversations. I see a lot of “x cancels out y” type of mentality with skincare. Usually there is much more of a gradient with effectiveness (good example: the well-known buffering of retinoids). And goodness yes, it’s absolutely wonderful with retinoids (or other actives). I think, in short, it’s an excellent restorative and anti-inflammatory product 😃
Tried this recently after overuse of retinals and aha/bha acids made my skin look blah. moisturizers and HA serums weren’t helping. I Just borrowed some of daughters mucin essence and after a day my skin looks happier and dewy again. Will be adding this to my routine. Tempted to try other of their products but will hold off for now. A lil goes a long way so just going to decant a bit from daughters stash!
Mine is arriving tomorrow. ❤️ I'm using tretinoin for a year and 4 months now. I just need something that is soothing, hydrating and calming besides a regular moisturizer. Most reviews I find here really loves it. I hope it works well for me too. Thank you for the review. 🎉🥳❤️
@@AliceintheRabbitHole I’m using their Propolis toner though. After I bought it I looked up what exactly Propolis is. That is kind of nasty too but I’m dealing 🤣
In France we are raised eating snails 🐌 🤣 so I do not have this feeling. And honey is even worst than propolis since it is flower sugar digested by the bees and that is why it is full of active enzymes that have anti bacterial properties.
I was just trying to remember if I’ve tried that and funny enough, I don’t think I have. Even though I’m over here having gone through multiples of the essence lol!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole There is very little difference between the two. 92% versus 96% snail mucin. The cream has a few emollients and dimethicone. It is a great lightweight moisturizer that can be used by all skin types.
I agree this stuff is awesome, I used it years ago and liked it, kinda forgot about it and heard you and No BS beauty talk about it and grabbed it again. I'm about half way through the bottle and this is great for my dry skin, I use it like a serum too I can't imagine using this like a toner
Love this product, have been using it for about 4 years as well. BTW recent studies have found out that the happier the snail the more mucus it will produce, so that does answer the question of cruelty free products. cool vid :) xoxo's from Israel's longest performing drag queen, Diva D
I love the Cosrx snail mucin. When I first started using it, I did find it a bit difficult to move past the "this is snail snot!" thing. I still get a bit of a yucky feeling if I get it on my lips. However, I just find it so hydrating. When I first got it, I rubbed it on the back of my hand and my skin looked so good, so quickly! I was sold. I would love your guidance on how to use it with Tretinoin. I do get dry patches when I use Tretinoin. I can only really use it a couple of times a week. What I do now is to make sure that the morning after I use snail mucin and plenty of moisturiser, and I do that every morning and night between my Tretinoin use. Is there a more effective way to use snail mucin to alleviate the Tretinoin effects do you think?
Keep in mind that I do not personally use tret, but I’ve read a lot from people who do - and specifically WRT snail mucin, I know some use this essence to buffer their tret!
UPS just delivered my three bottles from Ulta’s 21 Days Of Beauty sale! My daughter was visiting, so I gave her a bottle (she told me she has used snail mucin before--she’s really into Korean beauty). I can’t wait to get dinner over with so I can use this in my skin care routine! 🐌 Thank you for always recommending this product. I admit, the ick factor shied me away from it for quite awhile, but if it works as well as you and others say, I’ll probably want to bathe in a tub of it!
Except for me! 🙄 literally the only ingredient 🐌 I’ve had a reaction to. And I take it so personally lol. I hope you and your other half are having a nice 4th weekend! I am SO grateful I made a yesstyle and Sephora order before my surgery because breaking from actives this week (on meds that cause some sensitivity issues) and focusing more on those Korean soothing products has boosted my mood/recovery. I also picked up the Sephora sulwashoo trial sizes of their ginseng products which I’m looking forward to trying. Cos rx spray toner is being used in excess lol. I’ve already used half the bottle 🥴. Do you think the haru haru black rice toner is too thick for spray bottle? 🤔
Oooooh the Sulwhasoo products 😍😍 I get excited about the mention of those haha! That was a good plan - you can rest and your skin can rest (it’s nice, I got a sampling of that experience when I did my Versed trial) Hope your recovery is moving along well, and thanks! Will be a nice restful weekend for us 🥰
I just strarted using the 92% all in one cream, about a week ago? I think I love it but of course it's early. I use it at night--adapalene or olay retinol serum (I alternate), then a soothing serum, the snail cream, then a rich moisturizer. I also have dry acne-prone skin (but also 50 years old and fairly sun damaged), and I have just gone through a phase of veering from one extreme to the next trying to prevent breakouts and drying out. So I've been trying to focus more on my skin barrier.
That sounds like an excellent night routine to me! And yeah, i think our skin type means we have to dedicate extra time to the aspect of repair. It’s a bit more challenging (no question about that!), but you covered the bases I would: retinoids, soothing, protection!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole Well, your channel has been a big help in helping me find products that are maybe better than the ones I started with (or as good but less expensive). So thank you! It really makes a difference when you watch someone with your skin type.
Happened to stumble on your channel. Great review!I've heard great stuff about this product, but the package indicated that it cannot be used on irritated/sensitive & inflammatory skin. So I've hold back on trying it. Would like to clarify could one with rosacea or very sensitive skin problems apply this product? If so, how should this product be incorporated in the skin routine?
I’d always recommend checking with your doctor first regarding questions like that, largely because I suspect brands slap that on products as a “just in case” 💕
I almost mentioned that one! I do like it, and it IS less slimy. But I went through it quickly and I feel I get more from cosrx. Not a bad option, I just prefer this!
The peach slices is really nice as well, and less goopy/more runny? Which I think could be preferable for some, depending on how you feel about the slime texture haha!
I’d say it depends on whether you were instructed to buffer the tret or not. If not, snail essence after tret. This will, of course, be the stronger route!
Have you tried the iUnki black snail serum? Curious because I purchased it from yesstyle and haven't used it yet, just wondering if it even comes close to this one
Yep! I got it in PR a while back and then ended up repurchasing. It’s a fantastic option for anyone who finds the cosrx too slimy! However, if the sliminess doesn’t bother you, I do think the cosrx is more healing. I think that boils down to the amount of snail mucin used in each - it’s simply more in the cosrx
I haven’t tried it! I think I talked myself out of it because I imagined I would just default back to the essence. BUT you never know until you try a product 🤷♀️
@@AliceintheRabbitHole omg u really should its super nice I've tried both and they are both amazing but I almost enjoy the cream even more purely for its texture and way it makes my skin feel immediately after. It's a tough call they are both soo good
I would say the cream might be a better option for normal-oily skin as it feels surprisingly lightweight, but can act as a serum/moisturizer combo. The essence actually feels more hydrating, and pairs nicely with a moisturizer for normal-dry skin types. Both could be used together, but I find I prefer the essence and a different moisturizer. Hope that helps!
I use a 5% glycolic acid/ 5% benzoyl peroxide serum that has a cream consistency after my snail mucin. Should I be using the snail mucin after my glycolic acid due to the ph?
Actually let me give you another option just in case that is a thicker texture than the snail: wait a few minutes BEFORE you apply the glycolic/bpo so your skin has time to adjust
Great question! The reason I haven’t delved into more of cosrx’s snail products is that I do believe we only need to focus on an ingredient individually. In general, I’ve found that buying the entirety of a line based off one concept does less for me than having variety. BUT I do love some other cosrx products. I’d say my other favorite is the propolis overnight mask. It, too, is a restorative product, but with different ingredients ☺️
@@AliceintheRabbitHole thank you for the prompt reply. Will definitely try that after i finish my FAB moisturizer which i found it too thick for my skin and my country weather.
I haven't ever experienced paying customs. I know a few years ago, the limit was $400. I think it's even higher now? My I'm from order was around $120, and the most I've spent in one go via yesstyle - no customs. Hope that helps!
You definitely could! But know that you’re adding a buffer between the retinol and your skin, which will lessen the impact (and also the risk for irritation)
Dehydrated and dry skin are different: dry skin is a skin type, dehydrated is lacking water on a more temporary basis. So while I don’t have personal experience with dehydrated skin, in general I’d say to go with hydrating ingredients- humectants, ceramides, etc. Any of the restorative products will be great here: this product, Stratia Liquid Gold, CeraVe Moisturizing Cream!
Hey I applied snp peptaronic serum first and then cosrx essence and then vit c in am routine. My whole face is full of small bumps,where had I gone wrong
Oh no! Have you used the cosrx before or was this the first time? It is possible to have an allergy to snail mucin and there’s cross-reactivity with dust mite allergy 😭
Yeah this is the first time. Also using snp peptaronic serum before the essence. Don't know where I hv gone wrong.bumps,comedons are not ready to go away
HolA, yo he criado caracoles y cuando tenia algún grano pasaba su baba por allí y se me bajaba la inflamación. Supongo que la mucina de caracol sea de los huevos que ponen. Los huevos los ponen fuera del agua en forma de bolsa y si la rompes sale la sustancia viscosa, supongo que sea eso lo que utilicen..
It burns my skin for some reason. But I use the eye cream everyday and have used the cream with no problems. Skincare man it's like gambling lol you spend money and hope it pays off. Lol
You’re not the only one! I suspect it’s that shellfish/dust mite crossover. Those are somewhat more common allergies, so I actually suspect it’s a fairly good amount of people who share your allergy!
I like trying different cleansers, serums and moisturizers, but this is the one product I never skip or leave out. I'm 56 years old and have been using it for around 3 years. I've had several people ask what I use because I have very few wrinkles. They're usually grossed out when I tell them 🤣 But this is the best thing I've found for my aging but oily skin.
I know!!! There are still so many people who hear “snail mucin” and are grossed out. Thankfully some of us know this secret haha 😏😏
I have a very oily T-zone even though I'm over 50. I waited SOOO long to try this product because "snail" seemed icky. After I tried & loved several other Cosrx products, I got the mini of this. It is INCREDIBLY soothing & softening, more so than anything else I've tried.
Hey I’d put Cow poop, on my face as long as it was safe. 😜
I have red dry sensitive skin ..I try 10 other brands ..is this good??
This is like the one thing I ALWAYS remember to put on every day! It's very viscous and spreads easily. I love it because I hate anything that feels heavy or sticky (like, HATE!). But this is so light on my face ... and I love to tell people snail secretion is my secret beauty ingredient.
It's so amazing! And yeah it's still kind of a secret somehow, at least in some circles 🤔 I'm convinced it's the best secret as well!
I use the Cosrx essence every day. I am 47, and I have received many compliments that my skin looks like glass or a doll. I don’t know if it is all from this product, but I am not going to stop using it. It certainly helps when I have damaged my moisture barrier. I have picked it up during the Ulta sale.
I call this amazing serum my serotonin for the skin. I definitely use this to heal/soothe as I’ve increased my tret strength, it’s wonderful!
A bottle lasts me over a year, and for at least the last 2 years has been 50% off during Ulta’s January sale.
I enjoyed the bee/honey CosRX serums, but was very happy to return to this once the minis were used up. Holy grail!
Ok that’s the PERFECT description lol!! Yeah, I have skipped on cosrx’s serums for that reason exactly. However, I will say that the propolis honey overnight mask is another tremendous hit for me!
Do you put this on before tret or after?
@@ymc4573 I don’t use them in the same routine… at night I do tret (alternate nights w tret and acids), oil, moisturizer and then in the morning I use C, CosRx 96, moisturizer then sunscreen. Hope this helps?
@@rebeccadarling5894 thank you :)
I use the 92% cream version since I prefer a thicker consistency and it doubles as an eye cream for me too, not much difference from the essence. Sometimes I even apply a little amount of it on papercuts or popped pimple and they heal overnight! Amazing stuff, snail mucin. Lab Muffin Beauty Science loves it too 🐌
Came for the mucin, stayed for the colour coordination with the snail! 🐌 🤎
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I love it!! At first I wasn’t wowed when I used it as a serum but now that I’m using it just after shower when the skin is damp… it’s surprising how it moisturizes my skin! That’s another use for the ones that don’t like that tacky feeling… I’m on my fifth bottle.
Thanks for another amazing video, Alice!!!
Thanks for sharing! That does sound like an excellent idea 😀
Pretty lady I have been using this for almost 6 years & am never without it. On the nights I use trentoin I put it after & I don’t get any flacking. I am with you - my favorite product & I even enjoy the sliminess of it.👍🥰
I do too! I think I’ve conditioned my brain that “this slimy texture = amazing skin!” 😁
Hi :) do you use it before tretinioin ??
@@mmarva3597 yes & whenever my skin feels dry I use it
Been using it for years too! I use it am and pm every day, it goes on after serum/liquid texture products and before moisturizer. No trouble on my oily skin from it either.. I swear it also helps sunburn heal quicker when the occasional one happens.
I don’t doubt that at all - one of the studies I found specifically looked at snail mucus on burn wounds, and yep, it healed faster! Incredible stuff, I’ll never be without it!!
I read that snail mucin contains copper peptides as well yay. The cosrx snail cream is my fav product, it's perfect for buffering my tretinoin as it's not too occlusive and very healing.
I can imagine it’s wonderful paired with tret!
This product is a game changer. I’ve only been using it on my VERY oily skin (but not acne prone at all), but it’s given my skin and incredible glow. It’s also pretty much stopped the dryness I get from my Tret, so that’s been incredible. I could not live without this product now.
Meant to say only been using it for a few months
I tried this product because of you and man, it makes SUCH a difference on my skin. I think I'm literally still on the first bottle of it even though it's been a year. It's finally getting a little low but it's INSANE how long it lasts for me. Lately, my skin care routine staples have been Hanskin Bubblepop cleanser, Beauty of Josean's Bubble Toner, and Cosrx snail essence. Occasionally, there's additions depending on time of month or just sudden concerns, but those three as my 'core' have just given me much better control of my acne. Other products may come and go but I'm not sure I'm ever willing to lose those - particularly the latter two.
Ohhh those are two favorites!! I feel like they’re very potent products in a non-irritating way. It’s kind of rare as potent typically means “15% AHA!”, whereas these are ..hmm..sensitive-skin-potent? I might have to try the hanskin given your other favs 🤔
I have very difficult skin same as you dry & prone to acne, so I’m always using different products on my skin care, trying to deal with my acne and dry skin, & I love how wonderful works with any products, so I can used at night or during the day, I came across this product because of your recommendation & I have really enjoyed, thank you, you are truly a gift.
Ah so happy to hear!! And what’s very nice about this product is that even 4 years later, it gives me the same results. You know how some products seem great in the beginning, but over time seem underwhelming? This is not that story lol. Happy to hear you’re enjoying it! 🥰
I’d love to know what lip liner/lip products you are using in this video! Very pretty
As someone with oily skin, I love the Cosrx product. Actually love the consistency and skins in quickly for me with no tackiness. I use 2 pumps am and pm. The size is amazing. Definitely going to be a staple in my routine.
Thanks for sharing! So good to hear it’s great on oily skin as well 😃💕
I tried the line in the travel size kit. I find the essence is very necessary during lady time, when my skin won't act right for my usual routine. So I kind of only use it a few days a month. But I really fell in love with the cleanser. It takes off makeup so good. And the clean, not stripped, no residue feeling is amazing.
Oh interesting. I may have to give the cleanser a try!
I loved this video, thank you gorgeous! I have 4 pumps of the snail96 every night after I use my essence, essentially as an “essence topper“. I have combo acne prome skin, and combining this with green tea, mugwort, ginseng- it works wonders, my inflammation is barely there :) I love the texture and the way it sinks in.
Been loving all of your videos 🥰
I do that often too - in fact just this AM, I did the primera essence followed by this. Such a hydrating combo! And yep, those are some of the best ingredients 😍
Yesssssss 🥰 I’m obsessed with this thing:) I also use it with my beauty roller, it glides so nicely. I was doing that while watching this video ….
I love this stuff, and a bottle last like forever 😍 luckily we can get it here in Norway 👌 cheers from Oslo 😘❣️
It really does last! That's the beauty of how spreadable it is, you don't need to slather it on!
Yuuup, it’s essentially a 3.38oz bottle of serum to me! Lasts ages 😍
I haven't heard about the allergy thing before. I've been using this product for months now with no problems, and I'm allergic to dust mites.
My mum love it she had very dry skin now it's so soft
I’ve also spotted it online at Marshall’s/TJ Maxx for less than Ulta/Korean site prices 😎. As someone who has a snail phobia, I find it interesting that this doesn’t make me squeamish at all. It’s just such a different thing coming from a plastic bottle in my clean snail-free bathroom cabinet. 🤔😆
Hugs, Alice 💞
Oh I would be squealing if I found it at TJ Maxx! 😱😱 so true, i feel like it’s easier to imagine it as a slimy product vs a snail product. Hope you have a wonderful holiday weekend! ☺️
I feel like this soaks in so well after 30 seconds that I never actually worried about putting actives under it, but I'll have to give that a try for effectiveness. Kind of random sub-question on that, but I overthought the issue since I tend to use encapsulated retinol immediately after the snail essence in my night routine. Do you think encapsulation of an active impacts the suggested order of layering products? I know they say the encapsulation tends to act as a time release, so I could see order mattering far less as long as an occlusive layer was placed over the active.
Also I agree with you on what makes the product valuable. I don't feel the essence is moisturizing in any way despite being tacky, and I wouldn't classify it as typical hydration, but it seems to improve overall skin health in a healing fashion. I know I said I don't classify it as typically hydrating, but the correction is almost like the difference between dehydrated skin and regular skin or correcting the feeling you get with a very minor sunburn. I often feel like actives can tax the skin or skin barrier and this helps gently mitigate those effects without having any substantial impact of its own.
I’d say to give it a try! Most of why I’m so convinced on actives first is my own experience; add to that seeing multiple comments in agreement. It feels like a consensus that layering in this order gives a slight edge!
But on that note, I also think there is a bit more of a spectrum of effectiveness with these conversations. I see a lot of “x cancels out y” type of mentality with skincare. Usually there is much more of a gradient with effectiveness (good example: the well-known buffering of retinoids).
And goodness yes, it’s absolutely wonderful with retinoids (or other actives). I think, in short, it’s an excellent restorative and anti-inflammatory product 😃
Tried this recently after overuse of retinals and aha/bha acids made my skin look blah. moisturizers and HA serums weren’t helping. I Just borrowed some of daughters mucin essence and after a day my skin looks happier and dewy again. Will be adding this to my routine. Tempted to try other of their products but will hold off for now. A lil goes a long way so just going to decant a bit from daughters stash!
Mine is arriving tomorrow. ❤️
I'm using tretinoin for a year and 4 months now. I just need something that is soothing, hydrating and calming besides a regular moisturizer. Most reviews I find here really loves it. I hope it works well for me too. Thank you for the review. 🎉🥳❤️
Ah hope you love it!! 🥰
I didn't think this did anything for me until I finished it, didn't have it, then waited a month to have it again. I will not make that mistake again.
Yuuup, that’s where I learn what products I truly love vs simply like.
Thank you, this was so helpful. I got a bottle about a year ago, but I've been scared to try it. I'll totally give it a try now ♥
It’s SO worth trying!! Hope you adore it 😁
OMG! I had no idea about the allergies! I'm super allergic to dust mites! Thank you!
😱😱 happy to help!
Great for my oily skin. No more shiny skin. And it's amazing because doesn't hurt my eyes at all.
Great review ☺️ I’ve just started using this in conjunction with my ester Lauder micro essence and I love it!
I just can’t do it. The thought of putting snail on my face grossed me out!! Maybe I’ll change my mind sometime but I doubt it 😫
I understand that for sure. There are other less slimy ingredients options, thankfully!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole I’m using their Propolis toner though. After I bought it I looked up what exactly Propolis is. That is kind of nasty too but I’m dealing 🤣
In France we are raised eating snails 🐌 🤣 so I do not have this feeling. And honey is even worst than propolis since it is flower sugar digested by the bees and that is why it is full of active enzymes that have anti bacterial properties.
I love their Cosrx Snail All in One Cream. It is a nice lightweight moisturizer. I’ve never tried the essence.
I was just trying to remember if I’ve tried that and funny enough, I don’t think I have. Even though I’m over here having gone through multiples of the essence lol!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole There is very little difference between the two. 92% versus 96% snail mucin. The cream has a few emollients and dimethicone. It is a great lightweight moisturizer that can be used by all skin types.
Alice you are just glowing in this video.. gorgeous ❤️
Thank you ☺️
I agree this stuff is awesome, I used it years ago and liked it, kinda forgot about it and heard you and No BS beauty talk about it and grabbed it again. I'm about half way through the bottle and this is great for my dry skin, I use it like a serum too I can't imagine using this like a toner
So happy to hear you enjoy it! 🥰
Your skin is not difficult. It’s unique!!
That’s a nice, upbeat perspective. I like it 😁
I am totally binge watching your videos!!
Thanks for this. I’m allergic/sensitive to shell fish so it’s not for me! No wonder I keep taking it out of my cart…my intuition was right!
Love this product, have been using it for about 4 years as well. BTW recent studies have found out that the happier the snail the more mucus it will produce, so that does answer the question of cruelty free products.
cool vid :)
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That’s fantastic to hear, thank you! 😃
How do you make a snail happy? o.0
@@farashahanem tickle them may be 😂🤣
I use this product and recently purchased it on sale for 12 bucks on Amazon . It is now 19 bucks on sale.
Inflation suuuucks. I’m so tired of it 😩
I love the Cosrx snail mucin. When I first started using it, I did find it a bit difficult to move past the "this is snail snot!" thing. I still get a bit of a yucky feeling if I get it on my lips. However, I just find it so hydrating. When I first got it, I rubbed it on the back of my hand and my skin looked so good, so quickly! I was sold. I would love your guidance on how to use it with Tretinoin. I do get dry patches when I use Tretinoin. I can only really use it a couple of times a week. What I do now is to make sure that the morning after I use snail mucin and plenty of moisturiser, and I do that every morning and night between my Tretinoin use. Is there a more effective way to use snail mucin to alleviate the Tretinoin effects do you think?
Keep in mind that I do not personally use tret, but I’ve read a lot from people who do - and specifically WRT snail mucin, I know some use this essence to buffer their tret!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole thank you. I'll give it a go and see if it helps.
Too funny I just ordered this earlier today. Had no idea about the video.
What luck!! Hope you love it! 😃
5x points on Ulta!!!!!! I snagged this! I love love love it!
Aww yeah!! The best time to buy it 😆💖
UPS just delivered my three bottles from Ulta’s 21 Days Of Beauty sale! My daughter was visiting, so I gave her a bottle (she told me she has used snail mucin before--she’s really into Korean beauty). I can’t wait to get dinner over with so I can use this in my skin care routine! 🐌 Thank you for always recommending this product. I admit, the ick factor shied me away from it for quite awhile, but if it works as well as you and others say, I’ll probably want to bathe in a tub of it!
I hope you both love it!! So glad to hear you scooped it - it sold out very quickly apparently 👀
@@AliceintheRabbitHole Oh, no, I hope you managed to get some! 😱
I Love this serum and the cream!!
Except for me! 🙄 literally the only ingredient 🐌 I’ve had a reaction to. And I take it so personally lol.
I hope you and your other half are having a nice 4th weekend! I am SO grateful I made a yesstyle and Sephora order before my surgery because breaking from actives this week (on meds that cause some sensitivity issues) and focusing more on those Korean soothing products has boosted my mood/recovery. I also picked up the Sephora sulwashoo trial sizes of their ginseng products which I’m looking forward to trying. Cos rx spray toner is being used in excess lol. I’ve already used half the bottle 🥴. Do you think the haru haru black rice toner is too thick for spray bottle? 🤔
Oooooh the Sulwhasoo products 😍😍 I get excited about the mention of those haha! That was a good plan - you can rest and your skin can rest (it’s nice, I got a sampling of that experience when I did my Versed trial) Hope your recovery is moving along well, and thanks! Will be a nice restful weekend for us 🥰
@@AliceintheRabbitHole yes it was love at first application. I also got the volition snow mushroom serum. It’s nice too!!
What was your reaction?
@@ultraviolettas it seemed allergic. Itching and burning red bumps
I am a Sinner. I still haven't tried it. I should and I very well may. I really enjoy your reviews. Have a great holiday weekend ❌⭕
Hope you have a wonderful holiday weekend too! Planning for a relaxing one lol 😃
can snail essence be combined with L ascorbic acid? (because of the copperpetides and copper traces in snail mucin)
Please review the cosrx galactomyces essence and bha toner
I absolutely love this product!!!!!!
I just strarted using the 92% all in one cream, about a week ago? I think I love it but of course it's early. I use it at night--adapalene or olay retinol serum (I alternate), then a soothing serum, the snail cream, then a rich moisturizer. I also have dry acne-prone skin (but also 50 years old and fairly sun damaged), and I have just gone through a phase of veering from one extreme to the next trying to prevent breakouts and drying out. So I've been trying to focus more on my skin barrier.
That sounds like an excellent night routine to me! And yeah, i think our skin type means we have to dedicate extra time to the aspect of repair. It’s a bit more challenging (no question about that!), but you covered the bases I would: retinoids, soothing, protection!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole Well, your channel has been a big help in helping me find products that are maybe better than the ones I started with (or as good but less expensive). So thank you! It really makes a difference when you watch someone with your skin type.
Hello Alice, love all your videos. Quick question….where does the snail mucin go in relation to tretinoin? On top? Thank you
That’s what I would do personally ☺️
Has this caused peeling for anyone? I’ve been using it for 3 days and it is exfoliating my skin fairly quickly I think.
Love your snail 🐌 💚 now he just needs a little lab coat to walk around in lol😄
He really does 😆
Wearing my blue backless top today. Thanks alice ;)
Those are so nice for hot days!!
Happened to stumble on your channel. Great review!I've heard great stuff about this product, but the package indicated that it cannot be used on irritated/sensitive & inflammatory skin. So I've hold back on trying it. Would like to clarify could one with rosacea or very sensitive skin problems apply this product? If so, how should this product be incorporated in the skin routine?
I’d always recommend checking with your doctor first regarding questions like that, largely because I suspect brands slap that on products as a “just in case” 💕
this was so informative thank you so much for this video!! youre so beautiful
Thank you 🥰
Im still so on the fence whether to try this one or stick with the IUNIK Black snail which like the Bentons has other stuff thrown in....you 🤔
I almost mentioned that one! I do like it, and it IS less slimy. But I went through it quickly and I feel I get more from cosrx. Not a bad option, I just prefer this!
All we have to do is look at your skin to know it works😊
Have u tried the benton snail bee serum.. man it's nice. I prefer it to the essence
I have, yep! The only Benton snail product I didn't like is the toner - it's not "bad", it just didn't do much for me
13:55 I use the Benton one because it also contains EGF.
But maybe I need to try the COSRX to see the difference.
Curious to hear your thoughts if you do try both! ☺️
You looked beautiful with this makeup, so natural as if you didn't have makeup on. Would you be able to show your viewers. Thanks.
Hi, do you have any thoughts on the Cosrx advanced snail dual essence?
If using Ascorbyl Glucoside should I apply essence first or after? Thx! In advance.
You two absolutely match 😁❌⭕
I think I might love snails too much 😭😭 LOL!
So i should use it before my vitamin c in the morning? Can this be used under the eyes?
Damaged skin barrier bcz of over exfoliate ... My skin is very thin red irritated please help m will it work?
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I love this stuff. So great.
So glad you put me on to the snail, lol.
My dry skin loves it!!
Glad to hear! 😃
Can i use this with a cleanser that also contains hyaluronic acid? Or is that too much hyaluronic acid?
Definitely want to try this. Can you do a comparison between this toner and the peach slices snail rescue?
The peach slices is really nice as well, and less goopy/more runny? Which I think could be preferable for some, depending on how you feel about the slime texture haha!
Thank you, Alice
Can I use vitamin c serum and retinol before or after this essence
I’d personally recommend using those before the snail essence if you want the maximum potential from them
@@AliceintheRabbitHole ok thank u so much
By the way I m your new subscriber ❤️
When using Retin-A in what order would you use our favorite snail mucin essence ? This would be for nighttime obviously. Thank you
I’d say it depends on whether you were instructed to buffer the tret or not. If not, snail essence after tret. This will, of course, be the stronger route!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole I will give that a try..TY as always..
Have you tried the iUnki black snail serum? Curious because I purchased it from yesstyle and haven't used it yet, just wondering if it even comes close to this one
Yep! I got it in PR a while back and then ended up repurchasing. It’s a fantastic option for anyone who finds the cosrx too slimy!
However, if the sliminess doesn’t bother you, I do think the cosrx is more healing. I think that boils down to the amount of snail mucin used in each - it’s simply more in the cosrx
@@AliceintheRabbitHole Yeah the slimy feeling doesn't bother me lol Thank you for always commenting back I just love your channel ❤
Do you have anything for treatment of scars ?
polyglutamic acid combine snail mucin can i have use
I havnt heard u mention the snail crrsm from this line.. do u love that too ?
I haven’t tried it! I think I talked myself out of it because I imagined I would just default back to the essence. BUT you never know until you try a product 🤷♀️
@@AliceintheRabbitHole omg u really should its super nice I've tried both and they are both amazing but I almost enjoy the cream even more purely for its texture and way it makes my skin feel immediately after. It's a tough call they are both soo good
Hello! How would you layer this with the Versed serums? (I just started the Just Breathe) Thank you 🙏
I love Just Breathe! I use it before this product personally ☺️
I am using the 92 cream, would you suggest using one other than the other?
I would say the cream might be a better option for normal-oily skin as it feels surprisingly lightweight, but can act as a serum/moisturizer combo. The essence actually feels more hydrating, and pairs nicely with a moisturizer for normal-dry skin types. Both could be used together, but I find I prefer the essence and a different moisturizer. Hope that helps!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole yes it helps! Thank you!🙂
I use a 5% glycolic acid/ 5% benzoyl peroxide serum that has a cream consistency after my snail mucin. Should I be using the snail mucin after my glycolic acid due to the ph?
Yes! You’ll likely see better results from the actives ☺️
Actually let me give you another option just in case that is a thicker texture than the snail: wait a few minutes BEFORE you apply the glycolic/bpo so your skin has time to adjust
What is your take on their other product from this line? (Cleanser/ moisturizer) should i get the whole set or just this essence?
Great question! The reason I haven’t delved into more of cosrx’s snail products is that I do believe we only need to focus on an ingredient individually. In general, I’ve found that buying the entirety of a line based off one concept does less for me than having variety.
BUT I do love some other cosrx products. I’d say my other favorite is the propolis overnight mask. It, too, is a restorative product, but with different ingredients ☺️
@@AliceintheRabbitHole thank you for the prompt reply. Will definitely try that after i finish my FAB moisturizer which i found it too thick for my skin and my country weather.
Wish I could enjoy. It’s like the only thing I’m allergic to.
Oh no!! 🥺
If live in the US and you order from yes style is there an additional custom charge? Or any additional charges?
I haven't ever experienced paying customs. I know a few years ago, the limit was $400. I think it's even higher now?
My I'm from order was around $120, and the most I've spent in one go via yesstyle - no customs. Hope that helps!
Can I put a Retinol night mask/moisturizer on top of this?
You definitely could! But know that you’re adding a buffer between the retinol and your skin, which will lessen the impact (and also the risk for irritation)
Hi Alice, How do you treat your Dehydrated skin? Products you have used. 😊
Dehydrated and dry skin are different: dry skin is a skin type, dehydrated is lacking water on a more temporary basis. So while I don’t have personal experience with dehydrated skin, in general I’d say to go with hydrating ingredients- humectants, ceramides, etc. Any of the restorative products will be great here: this product, Stratia Liquid Gold, CeraVe Moisturizing Cream!
sitting here with 15 bottles in my vanity drawer... you could say I can relate 😂
🤣😂 yup, I never want to be without it!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole beautynetkorea got me again! even with their stupidly expensive shipping included I ended up paying like $12 a bottle 😳
Hey I applied snp peptaronic serum first and then cosrx essence and then vit c in am routine. My whole face is full of small bumps,where had I gone wrong
Oh no! Have you used the cosrx before or was this the first time? It is possible to have an allergy to snail mucin and there’s cross-reactivity with dust mite allergy 😭
Yeah this is the first time. Also using snp peptaronic serum before the essence. Don't know where I hv gone wrong.bumps,comedons are not ready to go away
I wish I could share the picture of my face here
@@gupta5341 that sounds like an allergy to me 😭
Hi!
It doesn't make the skin photosensitive, right??
Meaning is it for daytime use? Yes, it can be used day or night!
This is the best ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Does this contain niacinamide ? Thanks 🙏
Which goes first niacinamide or snail mucin.. will we get max benefits on layering
I do: serum then snail mucin (almost like a second serum for me). But I think you can do whatever works best for you tbh!
HolA, yo he criado caracoles y cuando tenia algún grano pasaba su baba por allí y se me bajaba la inflamación. Supongo que la mucina de caracol sea de los huevos que ponen. Los huevos los ponen fuera del agua en forma de bolsa y si la rompes sale la sustancia viscosa, supongo que sea eso lo que utilicen..
It burns my skin for some reason. But I use the eye cream everyday and have used the cream with no problems. Skincare man it's like gambling lol you spend money and hope it pays off. Lol
Oh wow! Thanks for sharing though, and lol yeah, that’s so true!
Love ur snail :)
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It turns out I am the only one allergic to it. I don't know why my skin did not like it.
You’re not the only one! I suspect it’s that shellfish/dust mite crossover. Those are somewhat more common allergies, so I actually suspect it’s a fairly good amount of people who share your allergy!
@@AliceintheRabbitHole Right!
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CosRx has refused third party inspections of their snail farm. No need to assure people the snails are not harmed if they could show it. 🐌
Ugh did they?? Was it the ye olden “proprietary information” excuse?
@@AliceintheRabbitHole Yes!
Hello
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I wish this product didn't break me out :(
Same. Every single time I try it (just in case the last breakout was a fluke 🙄)
Aww 🥺 yeah sadly it’s not the most rare allergy