Works for
MoisturizingNiacinamide, Panthenol + 12 moreWorks well
“Enriched with 74.3% Triple Snail Complex to boost skin elasticity for a glowing, plumped-up and youthful-looking complexion”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
arginine, betaine.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: arginine, helianthus annuus seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide, panthenol
Evens skin toneNiacinamide, GlutathioneWorks well
“Added niacinamide brightens dull skin while leaving no sticky afterfeel”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: glutathione, niacinamide
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingNiacinamide, Limnanthes alba seed oilWorks well
“Enriched with 74.3% Triple Snail Complex to boost skin elasticity for a glowing, plumped-up and youthful-looking complexion”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Glutathione, Limnanthes alba seed oil + 1 moreWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (glutathione) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
Anti-blemishSide benefit the brand mentions · Niacinamide, AllantoinWorks well
“Black Mucin Helps with pores control and skin regeneration 3.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Snail secretion filtrate~25–37%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Typically contains hyaluronic acid that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might contain allantoin that is helpful in calming down inflammation. There is no evidence that it can have any further benefits for the skin, especially when used in skincare products
More about Snail secretion filtrateButylene glycol~6–9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolNiacinamide~4.3–6.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about Niacinamide1,2-hexanediol~2.1–3.1%
Betaine~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePanthenol~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolWater~1.3–2%
Glycerin~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinLimnanthes alba seed oil~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.6–1.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilAllantoin~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinCarbomer~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerMacadamia ternifolia seed oil~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Plant oil from nuts that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Contains a high concentration of oleic acid that can weaken skin's barrier function and increase water-loss while enhancing penetration of other ingredients
More about Macadamia ternifolia seed oilSodium polyacrylate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateSodium hyaluronate~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateInulin lauryl carbamate~0.15–0.5%
Arginine~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineArgania spinosa kernel oil~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilXanthan gum~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium surfactin~0.15–0.55%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.2%
Glutathione~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A peptide that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and reduce melanin production resulting in skin lightening effect and reduction in hyperpigmentation. It can also help attract moisture to the upper layer of the skin
More about GlutathioneIngredient list view
Snail secretion filtrate, Butylene glycol, Niacinamide, 1,2-hexanediol, Betaine, Panthenol, Water, Glycerin, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Allantoin, Carbomer, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Sodium polyacrylate, Sodium hyaluronate, Inulin lauryl carbamate, Arginine, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Xanthan gum, Sodium surfactin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glutathione
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| COSRXAdvanced Snail Radiance Dual EssenceYOUR PRODUCT | HerbnoteSnail Repair Ampoule | Cos De BAHATranexamic Acid 10% Serum | Beauty of JoseonCalming Barrier Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 86% | 86% |
| Price | $29.10 | $32.29+$3.19 | $17.17−$11.93 | $13.60−$15.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 13 | 6 of 13 | 5 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Madecassoside | Adenosine |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"COSRX - Advanced Snail Radiance Dual Essence" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory, Anti-blemish, Anti-aging, Moisturizing and Evens skin tone
Ingredient callouts
- A good concentration of Niacinamide (4.30% - 6.40%). Niacinamide is a well-studied multi-tasking active. It is stable, and can work well in almost any hydrating formulation. There is solid evidence that Niacinamide can help support skin barrier, regulate oil production and reduce acne and clogged pores. It also helps to fight photodamage and improve the skin tone, reducing pigmentation marks.
- Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) at about 1.70% - 2.50% concentration. In this concentration, Panthenol works effectively to improve the skin barrier and reduce inflammation.
- Humectants (sodium hyaluronate 0.15% - 0.55%, snail secretion filtrate 25.00% - 37.00%, panthenol 1.70% - 2.50%, glycerin 1.20% - 1.80%, betaine 2.10% - 3.20% and arginine 0.10% - 0.30%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "COSRX" is cruelty free and so is its parent company.
Price
The product retails from 33.50A$ up to 55.20A$ in Australia, from 28.00$ up to 49.70$ in the United States and from 35.90£ up to 42.00£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 20 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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