COSRX

Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

Editorial research review · Last researched 29/07/2026

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Verdict

A viscous essence built around 96.3% snail secretion filtrate, with humectants and soothing ingredients. It provides a hydrating, glossy layer but is not suitable for vegan users or anyone with a snail-related sensitivity.

Best for: Hydration and supporting a smoother-looking complexion
Less suitable for: Vegan users; people with a known snail-product allergy or who have reacted to snail mucin; users who strongly dislike stringy or slightly tacky textures.

Who this suits

COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is an essence supplied in a 100ml size in pump bottle. Texture: Viscous, elastic and slightly stringy essence. Finish: Dewy and initially tacky, becoming smoother as it absorbs. On the formulation we hold, it is best suited to hydration and supporting a smoother-looking complexion. It is less suitable for vegan users; people with a known snail-product allergy or who have reacted to snail mucin; users who strongly dislike stringy or slightly tacky textures. Manufacturer usage guidance: After cleansing and toner, apply one or two pumps to the face, avoiding the immediate eye area. Press and pat rather than rubbing vigorously. Follow with moisturiser; use sunscreen in the morning. The full ingredient list below has been checked against the manufacturer listing, so the assessment reflects what is actually in the bottle rather than marketing copy. Cosmetic results are formulation-dependent and vary between people. We have not tested this product by hand; this page is research-led, built from disclosed formulation data and retailer information.

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Ingredients

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Full ingredient list (INCI)

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

Cosmetic information only. Ingredient effects are formulation-dependent and evidence is often limited. This is not medical advice.

Product details

Size: 100ml
Texture: Viscous, elastic and slightly stringy essence.
Finish: Dewy and initially tacky, becoming smoother as it absorbs.
Packaging: Pump bottle.
Routine step: Essences
How to use: After cleansing and toner, apply one or two pumps to the face, avoiding the immediate eye area. Press and pat rather than rubbing vigorously. Follow with moisturiser; use sunscreen in the morning.
Precautions: Patch test before first use, particularly if you have allergies to snail products. Stop if itching, swelling or persistent redness occurs. Cosmetic use only.