COSRX
This essence is formulated with 96% snail secretion filtrate to deeply hydrate and nourish the skin. It helps to repair damaged skin, improve elasticity, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, leaving the skin with a healthy glow.
Ingredients listed in order of concentration (highest to lowest)
| # | Ingredient | What it does | Irr, Com | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Snail Secretion Filtrate Snail secretion filtrate is a cosmetic ingredient used in skincare formulations. | Active | -, - | |
| 2 | Betaine Cocamidopropyl betaine is a cosmetic ingredient used in skincare formulations. | Surfactant | -, - | |
| 3 | Butylene Glycol Butylene glycol behenate is a cosmetic ingredient used in skincare formulations. | Humectant | -, - | |
| 4 | 1,2-Hexanediol | - | - |
Ingredients are listed in order of concentration. The first 5-6 ingredients make up most of the product. Irr = irritancy potential (0-5), Com = comedogenic rating (0-5). Lower numbers are better for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Superstar = excellent ingredient, Goodie = good ingredient, Icky = may cause irritation.
| 5 | Sodium Hyaluronate Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate is a cosmetic ingredient used in skincare formulations. | Humectant | -, - |
| 6 | Panthenol Pro-vitamin B5 that deeply penetrates skin and converts to pantothenic acid. Excellent for wound healing and skin barrier repair. | humectant, skin conditioning | 0, 0 | superstar |
| 7 | Arginine | - | - |
| 8 | Allantoin | - | - |
| 9 | Ethyl Hexanediol | - | - |
| 10 | Sodium Polyacrylate | - | - |
| 11 | Carbomer Potassium carbomer is a cosmetic ingredient used in skincare formulations. | Other | -, - |
| 12 | Phenoxyethanol Phenoxyethanol is a widely used preservative that prevents bacterial growth in cosmetics. It's considered a safer alternative to parabens. | preservative | 1, 0 | goodie |