Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing22 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Black Snail Collagen Cream”
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, caprylic/capric triglyceride.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: copper tripeptide-1
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Powered by black snail filtrate, collagen, adenosine and black soybean extract, this face cream offers anti-aging effects by reducing wrinkles, moisturizing and smoothing skin, improving elasticity and strengthening the skin barrier.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: copper tripeptide-1.
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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy4 strong irritants: Rosa multiflora fruit extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract + 2 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 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 filtrateAloe barbadensis leaf extract~5.2–7.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Traditionally used to treat sunburns, dermatitis and inflammation, but evidence for its effectiveness is lacking. The extract can contain humectants that help attract water into the skin
More about Aloe barbadensis leaf extractButylene glycol~4.8–7.3%
- 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 glycolDipropylene glycol~3.1–4.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolWater~2.3–3.5%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~2.2–3.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideOlivoyl hydrolyzed wheat protein~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cetearyl alcohol~1.5–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholGlyceryl oleate~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Glyceryl oleateGlyceryl stearate~0.95–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateGlycereth-26~0.5–1.1%
Orbignya oleifera seed oil~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant oil that can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Might be helpful in calming down inflammation in skin
More about Orbignya oleifera seed oilHydrogenated polydecene~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product texture
More about Hydrogenated polydeceneHydroxyethylcellulose~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to thicken product formulations and create gel-like textures
More about HydroxyethylcelluloseBetaine~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetainePhenoxyethanol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMethyl glucose sesquistearate~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Methyl glucose sesquistearateArachidyl glucoside~0.3–0.7%
Lecithin~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinStearic acid~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCarbomer~0.2–0.7%
- 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 CarbomerArginine~0.15–0.65%
- 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 ArginineVinyl dimethicone~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps to create a nice product texture and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Vinyl dimethiconePeg-90m~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rosa canina fruit oil~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A great emollient. Contains vitamin E (tocopherol) which may give it some anti-oxidant properties. Can contain volatile compounds and can be irritating
More about Rosa canina fruit oilPanax ginseng root extract~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractCamellia sinensis leaf extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can contain potent anti-oxidant compounds (abbreviated ECG, GCG, EGC, and EGCG) that might help protect the skin from free radicals. Can help calm down inflammation and has some anti-bacterial properties. Unfortunately, these antioxidants are unstable and lose their effectiveness very quickly in products. The concentration of the antioxidant compounds in the extract also tends to be low to be effective in topical formulation
More about Camellia sinensis leaf extractHoney extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Honey extractRosa multiflora fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
Gardenia florida fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating.
More about Gardenia florida fruit extractScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractAcanthopanax senticosus root extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have antioxidant properties
More about Acanthopanax senticosus root extractPunica granatum fruit extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractCarthamus tinctorius flower extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lac~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps form a film on the surface of the skin and disperse other ingredients (like colorants) in cosmetics. Lac is a resinous substance secreted by parasite insects living on trees
More about LacGlycine soja extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sesamum indicum seed extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Plant oil that due to its high content of linoleic acid can help support skin's barrier function improving its hydration
More about Sesamum indicum seed extractOryza sativa extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractHydrolyzed collagen~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A typically plant-derived compound that is supposed mimic human collagen. Cannot penetrate the skin barrier so is not particularly useful in skincare products beyond attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed collagenEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.75%
Adenosine~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineLeontopodium alpinum extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Thymus vulgaris extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Camellia sinensis callus culture extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Aloe barbadensis callus culture extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Bambusa vulgaris callus culture extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Theobroma cacao extract~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Copper tripeptide-1~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A naturally occurring peptide. One of the most studied peptides in dermatology. It is sometimes abbreviated GHK-Cu. Belongs to the class of carrier peptides. It stimulates both synthesis and breakdown of collagen in skin. It is released in skin wounds and inflammation to support healing. It accelerates wound-healing of the skin and can stimulate hair growth. There are preliminary studies that confirm that copper tripeptide can help support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles and decrease inflammation in skin.
More about Copper tripeptide-1Parfum~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Snail secretion filtrate, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Butylene glycol, Dipropylene glycol, Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Olivoyl hydrolyzed wheat protein, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl oleate, Glyceryl stearate, Glycereth-26, Orbignya oleifera seed oil, Hydrogenated polydecene, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Betaine, Phenoxyethanol, Methyl glucose sesquistearate, Arachidyl glucoside, Lecithin, Stearic acid, Carbomer, Arginine, Vinyl dimethicone, Peg-90m, Rosa canina fruit oil, Panax ginseng root extract, Camellia sinensis leaf extract, Honey extract, Rosa multiflora fruit extract, Gardenia florida fruit extract, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Acanthopanax senticosus root extract, Punica granatum fruit extract, Carthamus tinctorius flower extract, Lac, Glycine soja extract, Sesamum indicum seed extract, Oryza sativa extract, Hydrolyzed collagen, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Leontopodium alpinum extract, Thymus vulgaris extract, Camellia sinensis callus culture extract, Aloe barbadensis callus culture extract, Bambusa vulgaris callus culture extract, Theobroma cacao extract, Copper tripeptide-1, Parfum
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| coxirBlack Snail Collagen CreamYOUR PRODUCT | TOSOWOONGCica Snail Cream | OttieBlack Signature Cream | BonjourGreen Tea Water Bomb Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 59% | 58% | 57% |
| Price | $18.40 | $16.40−$2.00 | $22.86+$4.46 | $15.50−$2.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 12 | 5 of 12 | 5 of 12 |
| Key difference | — | Madecassoside | Ceramide Np | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
Product summary
"coxir - Black Snail Collagen Cream" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. To work well, any moisturizer needs to include a combination of water-binding and emollient ingredients. Coxir - Black Snail Collagen Cream ticks this box. Humectants in this product (arginine, betaine, hydrolyzed collagen, snail secretion filtrate and honey extract) help to increase the water content in the upper layer of the skin. (These ingredients do so by "capturing" water molecules from the outside air or from within the deeper layers of the skin). Hydrolyzed collagen, vinyl dimethicone, arginine, caprylic/capric triglyceride and cetearyl alcohol in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (copper tripeptide-1 0.05% - 0.30%). There are many different kind of Peptides and they are naturally present in our skin. They all are a combination of aminoacids. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The science is still not settled on how effective Peptides are in skincare, but it is very likely that they have a benefit. Peptides might help restore the skin barrier and fight the signs of aging. At the very least, Peptides work as humectants: they attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve its hydration.
- Adenosine 0.20% - 0.75%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
Irritation risk
There are quite a few common irritants in this product, including ingredients without particular skin benefits. We would not recommend it for sensitive skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 27.50A$ in Australia, for 66.90CA$ in Canada, from 18.40$ up to 19.99$ in the United States and for 21.25£ 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 22 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Safety Assessment of Polyene Group as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
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