The Saem Snail Essential EX Deep Cleansing Foam
Works for
CleansingMyristic acid, Palmitic acid + 10 moreCleanses gently
“Rid your skin of makeup and the day's grime with this cleansing foam formulated with highly concentrated and hydrating snail essence complex.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (capric acid, cholesterol, cocamidopropyl betaine, glycol distearate, hydrogenated lecithin, lauric acid, laurylpyridinium chloride, myristic acid, oleic acid, palmitic acid, sorbitan olivate, stearic acid) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: cocamidopropyl betaine, laurylpyridinium chloride
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: ParfumMedium risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Myristic acid~6.3–7.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidGlycerin~4–4.9%
- 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 GlycerinPotassium hydroxide~3.1–3.8%
Palmitic acid~2.4–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally present in skin and helps soften it
More about Palmitic acidStearic acid~2.1–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidLauric acid~1.7–2.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps water and oil mix together. Has anti-bacterial properties that might be helpful in preventing blemishes
More about Lauric acidCocamidopropyl betaine~2–2.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps water and oil mix together. Used as a cleansing ingredient. Could be an allergen
More about Cocamidopropyl betaineGlycol distearate~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glycol distearateSorbitan olivate~0.95–1.15%
Sodium chloride~0.8–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideButylene glycol~0.6–0.9%
- 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 glycolLaurylpyridinium chloride~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps preserve the product formulation
More about Laurylpyridinium chlorideArachidonic acid~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Oleic acid~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin. At the same time, it can weaken the skin's barrier enhancing penetration of other ingredients and increasing the risk of skin dryness
More about Oleic acidAllantoin~0.45–0.7%
- 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 AllantoinCapric acid~0.55–0.8%
Peg-90m~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Snail secretion filtrate~0.4–0.6%
- 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 filtrateTuber melanosporum extract~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Butyrospermum parkii butter~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.45–0.65%
- 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 triglycerideOlea europaea fruit oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the skin but is not effective for restoring its barrier function. Might be helpful to calm down inflammation
More about Olea europaea fruit oilHydrogenated lecithin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinSqualane~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An 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 SqualaneEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.55%
Royal jelly extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A compound secreted by bees. Might be able to attract water to the top layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to honey and bee products
More about Royal jelly extractSodium hyaluronate~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCeramide np~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npCholesterol~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolPhytosphingosine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineHydrolyzed collagen~0.3–0.5%
- 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 collagenHydrolyzed milk protein~0.2–0.4%
Hydrolyzed oat protein~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrolyzed oat proteinHydrolyzed wheat protein~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Avoid if sensitive to gluten
More about Hydrolyzed wheat proteinHydrolyzed soy protein~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-aging, anti-oxidant, and skin lightening properties, but solid evidence is missing
More about Hydrolyzed soy proteinDisodium edta~0.1–0.25%
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.2%
Piroctone olamine~0.15–0.25%
Parfum~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Myristic acid, Glycerin, Potassium hydroxide, Palmitic acid, Stearic acid, Lauric acid, Cocamidopropyl betaine, Glycol distearate, Sorbitan olivate, Sodium chloride, Butylene glycol, Laurylpyridinium chloride, Arachidonic acid, Oleic acid, Allantoin, Capric acid, Peg-90m, Snail secretion filtrate, Tuber melanosporum extract, Unknown, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Olea europaea fruit oil, Hydrogenated lecithin, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Royal jelly extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Ceramide np, Cholesterol, Phytosphingosine, Hydrolyzed collagen, Hydrolyzed milk protein, Hydrolyzed oat protein, Hydrolyzed wheat protein, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Disodium edta, 1,2-hexanediol, Piroctone olamine, 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.
| The SaemSnail Essential EX Deep Cleansing FoamYOUR PRODUCT | VILLAGE 11 FACTORYAC Skin Solution Cleansing Foam | esfolioPure Skin Honey Cleansing Foam | NiveaMen Deep White Oil Clear Mud Foam | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 38% | 38% | 38% |
| Price | — | $13.10 | $8.00 | $20.20 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 13 of 22 | 9 of 22 | 5 of 22 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Undaria Pinnatifida Extract | Carnitine |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
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