COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence 100ml

After cleansing and toning, apply the COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence evenly over the face.

Gently pat the product into the skin using your fingertips to help with absorption, then follow with your moisturiser.

It can be used as part of your morning and evening skincare routine.

Suggested routine order:

Cleanser → Toner → Snail 96 Essence → Moisturiser → Sunscreen (morning)

VELLORA TIP

Instead of rubbing the essence aggressively into the skin, gently spread and pat it in. Its lightweight texture is designed to layer easily with the rest of your skincare routine.

The COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence has a distinctive lightweight, fluid-gel texture characteristic of its high snail mucin content.

Despite its rich, slightly viscous feel when first applied, COSRX describes the essence as fast-absorbing, delivering hydration without leaving the skin feeling heavy.

Once absorbed, it is designed to leave the skin feeling hydrated, soothed and comfortable, while helping improve the appearance of uneven texture and supporting a smoother-looking complexion.

WHAT TO EXPECT

• Texture: Lightweight, fluid and slightly viscous

• Feel: Hydrating and soothing

• Absorption: Fast-absorbing

• Finish: Hydrated and comfortable, without a heavy feel

• Best for: Layering between toner and moisturiser

VELLORA TIP

The slightly viscous texture is normal for this essence. You only need to spread it gently over the skin and pat it in — as it absorbs, the texture becomes much lighter on the skin.

The formula of COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is built around a high concentration of 96.3% Snail Secretion Filtrate, combined with hydrating and soothing ingredients.

96.3% Snail Secretion Filtrate

The signature ingredient of the formula. According to COSRX, it helps replenish moisture, soothe the skin and support a weakened skin barrier, while helping improve the appearance of uneven skin texture.

Sodium Hyaluronate — 1,000 ppm

A hydrating ingredient included to help attract and retain moisture, supporting a more hydrated and comfortable skin feel.

Panthenol & Allantoin

Included in the formula as soothing ingredients that help care for sensitive or stressed-feeling skin.

Betaine

Another moisturising component of the formula that contributes to its hydration-focused skincare approach.

ABOUT THE SNAIL MUCIN 🐌

COSRX states that its snail mucin is obtained without harming the snails or applying external stress to them during the collection process.

The brand describes the product as cruelty-free. However, because Snail Secretion Filtrate is an animal-derived ingredient, this product is not vegan.

FULL INGREDIENT LIST

Snail Secretion Filtrate, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Polyacrylate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Ethyl Hexanediol, Carbomer, Panthenol, Arginine, Aqua/Water.

This essence may be a great choice for you if you are looking for:

• Deep, lightweight hydration without adding another rich cream to your routine

• Support for a weakened or stressed skin barrier

• Soothing care for sensitive-feeling skin

• Help improving the appearance of uneven skin texture

• A hydrating step that layers easily between toner and moisturiser

• A formula suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin

YOU MAY PREFER SOMETHING ELSE IF...

• You follow a vegan skincare routine — this formula contains Snail Secretion Filtrate, which is animal-derived.

• You prefer to avoid snail-derived ingredients altogether.

• You are specifically looking for an exfoliating treatment or another targeted active treatment rather than a hydration-focused essence.

GOOD TO KNOW

This is an essence, not a moisturiser. It is designed to add hydration and supportive care within your routine, and COSRX recommends following it with moisturiser.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

For external use only.

Avoid contact with the eyes. If irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a physician if necessary.

Keep out of reach of children.

Store away from direct sunlight.

Because the formula contains Snail Secretion Filtrate, this product is not vegan.

COSRX states that the snail mucin used in the formula is collected without harming the snails or applying external stress during the collection process.