Works for
MoisturizingCopper tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 + 15 moreWorks well
“A highly nourishing cream that delivers deep nourishment to dry and rough skin.”
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, snail secretion filtrate.
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, cetearyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-8, copper tripeptide-1, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4
Anti-agingSide benefit the brand mentions · Centella asiatica extract, Copper tripeptide-1 + 3 moreWorks well
“Creates firm and resilient skin with Snail Mucin.”
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: acetyl hexapeptide-8, centella asiatica extract, copper tripeptide-1, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4.
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-oxidationSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, Achillea millefolium extract + 3 moreMay help
This product contains antioxidants (centella asiatica extract) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Hamamelis virginiana extract, Larix sibirica wood extract + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Snail secretion filtrate91%
- 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 filtrateCetyl ethylhexanoate~22–34%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin and creates a thicker product texture
More about Cetyl ethylhexanoateDipropylene glycol~6–9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolCetearyl olivate~3.1–4.6%
Sorbitan olivate~2.7–4%
Macadamia ternifolia seed oil~2.3–3.5%
- 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 oilCetearyl alcohol~2–2.9%
- 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 stearate~1.5–2.3%
- 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 stearateSodium hyaluronate~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateStearic acid~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidCarbomer~0.6–1.4%
- 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~0.45–1.05%
- 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 ArgininePolyacrylate-13~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the product formulation
More about Polyacrylate-13Polyisobutene~0.4–0.9%
Polysorbate 20~0.35–0.8%
Aloe barbadensis leaf extract~0.35–0.85%
- 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 extractCentella asiatica extract~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractMagnolia kobus bark extract~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hamamelis virginiana extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating
More about Hamamelis virginiana extractHibiscus esculentus fruit extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help to neutralize free radicals. It can be irritating
More about Hibiscus esculentus fruit extractViola mandshurica flower extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Larix sibirica wood extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be used as a fragrance. Has an anti-bacterial effect
More about Larix sibirica wood extractChrysanthemum indicum extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rheum palmatum root/stalk extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
In theory, could reduce swelling in the upper layer of the skin, but there is no evidence of its efficacy
More about Rheum palmatum root/stalk extractAsarum sieboldii root extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Quercus mongolica leaf extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Persicaria hydropiper extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Corydalis turtschaninovii root extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Coptis japonica root extract~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties
More about Coptis japonica root extractMachilus thunbergii bark extract~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Arnica montana flower extract~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that can be irritating. It can have some anti-bacterial properties, but there are no evidence of a beneficial effect for skin
More about Arnica montana flower extractArtemisia absinthium extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Achillea millefolium extract~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Achillea millefolium extractGentiana lutea root extract~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can help strengthen the skin barrier function and improve skin moisture levels
More about Gentiana lutea root extractCopper tripeptide-1~0.15–0.5%
- 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-1Acetyl hexapeptide-8~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-8Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4Butylene glycol~0.1–0.4%
- 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 glycol1,2-hexanediol~0.05–0.3%
Caprylyl glycol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolIllicium verum fruit extract~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
Anise fruit extract. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Illicium verum fruit extractAdenosine~0.1–0.35%
- 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 AdenosineDisodium edta~0.05–0.15%
Parfum~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Snail secretion filtrate, Cetyl ethylhexanoate, Dipropylene glycol, Cetearyl olivate, Sorbitan olivate, Macadamia ternifolia seed oil, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate, Sodium hyaluronate, Stearic acid, Carbomer, Arginine, Polyacrylate-13, Polyisobutene, Polysorbate 20, Aloe barbadensis leaf extract, Centella asiatica extract, Magnolia kobus bark extract, Hamamelis virginiana extract, Hibiscus esculentus fruit extract, Viola mandshurica flower extract, Larix sibirica wood extract, Chrysanthemum indicum extract, Rheum palmatum root/stalk extract, Asarum sieboldii root extract, Quercus mongolica leaf extract, Persicaria hydropiper extract, Corydalis turtschaninovii root extract, Coptis japonica root extract, Machilus thunbergii bark extract, Arnica montana flower extract, Artemisia absinthium extract, Achillea millefolium extract, Gentiana lutea root extract, Copper tripeptide-1, Acetyl hexapeptide-8, Palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, Butylene glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Illicium verum fruit extract, Adenosine, Disodium edta, Parfum
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| ElishacoySkin Refining Snail CreamYOUR PRODUCT | JUMISOSnail Mucin 88 + Peptide Facial Cream | Serendi BeautyLa-bloom Vital Repair Cream | The SaemRepair Rx Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 62% | 62% |
| Price | — | $12.71 | $74.42 | $32.40 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 9 | 6 of 9 | 6 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Oligopeptide-32 | Sh-Decapeptide-7 |
| Irritancy | High | Low | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Judging from the ingredient list, "Elishacoy - Skin Refining Snail Cream" works well for improving skin hydration The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Acetyl hexapeptide-8, arginine, snail secretion filtrate, sodium hyaluronate and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Emollients in this formulation (arginine, cetearyl alcohol, macadamia ternifolia seed oil, caprylyl glycol and cetyl ethylhexanoate) help to reduce the moisture loss from the skin. They also soften the skin surface and relieve the feeling of dryness and tightness.
Ingredient callouts
- We like that this moisturizer contains peptides (palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 0.10% - 0.50%, acetyl hexapeptide-8 0.10% - 0.50% and copper tripeptide-1 0.15% - 0.50%). 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 0.10% - 0.35%. It is a compound that in involved in many biological processes inside the skin cells. According one high-quality clinical trial, topical Adenosine in low concentrations can somewhat help improve "deep wrinkles" - the wrinkles that appear with age in places where our faces are most dynamic (for example, on the forehead or in the corners of the eyes).
Irritation risk
This moisturizer contains a bunch of common irritants, including ingredients that do not provide any known benefit for the skin. It might not be the best choice if your skin is sensitive. 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.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 29 studies and safety reviews.
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- 4Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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