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“Rediscover skin’s youthful capacity with the Prime Youth Black Snail Repair Emulsion from Korean cosmetics label Holika Holika ; an anti-aging, deeply moisturizing formula that promotes skin’s elasticity, stimulates renewal of cells and delivers an intensely hydrating effect for a radiant, fresh complexion.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
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.
“Rediscover skin’s youthful capacity with the Prime Youth Black Snail Repair Emulsion from Korean cosmetics label Holika Holika ; an anti-aging, deeply moisturizing formula that promotes skin’s elasticity, stimulates renewal of cells and delivers an intensely hydrating effect for a radiant, fresh 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:
betaine, glycerin.
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: beeswax, dimethicone.
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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 filtrateUsed to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobuteneOne 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 GlycerinHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Neopentyl glycol dicaprateA silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin, calm down inflammation and irritation, restore the barrier function and support wound healing. It can be helpful in reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Beta-glucanUsed 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 glycolIs 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 NiacinamideHelps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprateA non-drying alcohol that helps stabilize product formulations
More about C14-22 alcoholsHelps water and oil mix together
More about C12-20 alkyl glucosideHelps to attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Can add sweet taste to lip products
More about Hydrogenated starch hydrolysateNon-drying alcohol. Used to stabilize other ingredients and is an emollient
More about Batyl alcoholHelps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidA 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 triglycerideHelps soften the upper layer of the skin and create a nice product consistency
More about Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleateHelps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolA plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractA non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholA silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeForms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about BeeswaxA gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerA fruit extract that is used to add a fragrance to the product. It might have some antioxidant properties
More about Punica granatum fruit extractHelps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and might have some anti-oxidant and skin lightening properties. It can help calm down inflammation in skin
More about Yeast extractConsists of 95% calcium carbonate that does not have any effect on the skin. The remaining 5% can include compounds that can help neutralize free radicals and support skin barrier function
More about Pearl powderAn oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneA more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateOne of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateMight 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 AdenosineUsed to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumHelps dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Peg-180A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that helps shed the dead cells from the skin surface revealing smoother skin. Is believed to be genter than AHAs. It helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can stimulate production of skin's own hyaluronic acid resulting in improved hydration levels. It has been shown to be helpful against acne and clogged pores if used consistently (e.g over a period of 12 weeks) in high enough concentration. It can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve skin tone with long-term application. Can help neutralize free radicals
More about GluconolactoneUsed mostly for creating emulsions - helping oil and water mix together. Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about LecithinHelps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerA preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolHelps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAn aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumSnail secretion filtrate, Water, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Glycerin, Betaine, Neopentyl glycol dicaprate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Beta-glucan, Butylene glycol, Niacinamide, Butylene glycol dicaprylate/dicaprate, C14-22 alcohols, C12-20 alkyl glucoside, Glycosyl trehalose, Hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, Batyl alcohol, Stearic acid, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Phytosteryl/isostearyl/cetyl/stearyl/behenyl dimer dilinoleate, Dipropylene glycol, Portulaca oleracea extract, Cetearyl alcohol, Hydrogenated castor oil isostearate, Dimethicone, Beeswax, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Punica granatum fruit extract, Panax ginseng callus culture extract, Brassica napus sprout extract, Yeast extract, Glycine soja phytoplacenta extract, Pearl powder, Squalane, Tocopheryl acetate, Sodium hyaluronate, Adenosine, Xanthan gum, Polysorbate 60, Disodium edta, Peg-180, Gluconolactone, Lecithin, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Caprylhydroxamic acid, Caprylyl glycol, Parfum
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Holika HolikaPrime Youth Black Snail Repair EmulsionYOUR PRODUCT | BYROESALMON CREAM DUO | MizonSnail Repair Eye Cream Tube 15ml | Dr.GRoyal Black Snail Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 86% | 86% | 85% |
| Price | $38.12 | $168.00+$129.88 | $8.08−$30.04 | $23.24−$14.88 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 10 of 14 | 8 of 14 | 8 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Panthenol | Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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