Product Reviews Rated 4.73 out of 5 stars
1566 Reviews
Most Helpful Positive Review Love this essence! I haven't ordered this product from Ulta, but I purchased it from elsewhere, but I highly recommend this essence.
Please note, because this essence not formulated like a moisturizer, unless it's very humid or hot or you have normally hydrated skin, this will NOT be a replacement for your moisturizer. Essences are just additional hydrating steps BEFORE your moisturizer. Also, for sensitive skin types who react badly to AHA/Alpha Hydroxy Acids (i.e. lactic acid, glycolic acid, etc.), there's a potential chance for irritation as snail mucin has a very low dose of naturally occurring AHA. Allergies to shellfish/mollusks and dust mites may also not have the best reaction to snail mucin either.
Anyway, this stuff keeps my skin soft and is a protective step for the winter air for me currently. It also soothes my angry acne when I pick. It's also safe to put under the eye (test this before trying, of course), so I use it as an extra layer of moisture before my eye cream. I use four pumps which is one more pump than you really need, but I like a thick layer of this stuff. My skin just drinks it up. I spray Mario Badescu's Rosewater mist on my skin first, so it soaks in even faster.
Most Helpful Critical Review Could be fabulous for some people. I am 52 and have never been able to use any kind of anti-aging products, I'm getting a little desperate cause my skin is still oily and acne prone plus sensitive. This is light but sticky for 20-30 minutes, it plumps up your skin, it's nice, but it is breaking out my forehead. I'm keeping it to use around my eyes and my neck to see if it does any long term anti aging.
Reviewed by 1566 customers def would recommend 5
a from USA
i got this after seeing it a lot online and i really like it for my skin. i put this on every morning and night and skin has been a lot more soft and hydrated. i'm also on tret and use this before applying it and it's helped my skin from flaking and peeling
Be careful!!! 1
Yikes!! from Rockford
I hand the intention of buying this when it restocked because of the rave reviews. So, I patch tested it in store and within 2 minutes my entire hand was covered in painful hives! Not itching but actual pain. This was very strange to me because I have never had a reaction to any skincare product like that, let alone on my hand. PLEASE do your research and patch test before purchasing this! I heard if you have a dust allergy, this can cause a lot of issues.
Pretty sure I got a return or a knock off 2
Dee123 from Indiana
So many reviews have said that the product is sticky and takes 20+ minutes to sink in. Having used snail mucin before, I know this to be true and was looking for a more affordable snail mucin than what I had previously. It's typically great for dry/dehydrated skin and despite being acne prone, snail mucin actually brightens my face.
HOWEVER, I don't think I got an authentic product, because this not only hasn't done anything for my skin in over a month but the texture is so watery and evaporates SO fast (in seconds).
I arranged to have this curbside pick-up from Ulta, so I didn't realize that the outer box was smashed until I got home. Thinking it was unusual, I overlooked it and started using the essence since the bottle was full. I should have made the return! Now I'm stuck with a product that was probably half used, topped up with water, then returned.
If the essence isn't tacky and visibly sticky/stretchy, it's probably not authentic so be warned!
wanted to love 1
bri from Buffalo New York
I saw this all of tik tok and decided to buy the mini version before committing to the full size, and I'm glad I did. I noticed after a few days of using it, i was getting tiny bumps under my skin on my forehead. After doing more research I found out if you have a dust allergy snail mucin can cause you to break out into itchy bumps. I stopped using the product and the bumps were gone after a few days. I wanted to love but it just didn't work with my skin :(
Must have 5
Joanne from FL
I've been using it for years, looove it
Not really worth it 2
Paige from Durham, NC
I was so excited to try this product because of all of the positive things I have heard, but honestly wasn't that impressed. I feel like this did nothing to benefit my skin, wasn't moisturizing, and the texture was not great. This product was so sticky and took forever to absorb into the skin. I would rather save my money and use The Ordinary's Hyaluronic Acid serum instead (and actually see results).
A must have 5
SKing from Los Angeles, CA
Use this after using Jordan Harper's Barefaced Glow Peel Pads and my skin has never been smoother or glowier. I've never written a review but if you are thinking about this, definitely go with it!
Fave 5
jordy from stilly
makes my face a little sticky after using, but my face looks flawless the morning after. I love this stuff, it feels great and it doesn't gross me out at all.
Sounds gross, but it works! 5
Beth from Washington
I absolutely LOVE this product! After two weeks of regular use (both AM and PM), I've seen a moderate reduction in fine lines around my eyes and mouth, and a DRASTIC reduction in my facial redness. Now that my complexion is smooth, even and no longer blotchy, I've tossed out my medium coverage foundation and started using a tinted moisturizer instead. After I'm finished cleansing, I'll apply toner, then immediately follow up with snail mucin while my skin is still damp, to lock in the residual moisture. Fair warning though; this product is extremely viscous, and it does feel a little like applying snot to your face... but I promise, the results are worth it. It's difficult to find a skincare product that's effective, reasonably priced and lives up to it's hype online, but this one undoubtedly does all 3 of those things. Highly recommend.
Sticky and broke me out 1
Jayy from Riverside
I had really high hopes for this product since it's so raved about online, unfortunately it broke me out really bad and also felt extremely stuck on my face. I wish it would've worked for me like it does for a lot of other people but I see I'm not alone with it causing break outs.
Best skin case product I've ever used 5
Lili from New york
The people that are saying this is awful probably aren't using it correctly, or could simply be that it isn't for your skin. You need to throughly wash your face, gently pay face BUT KEEP IT VERY DAMP STILL!!! And then while it is damp use maybe 3-4 pumps and spread it on your face. After spreading it all over face, push it into your skin by gently pressing your face everywhere until it is almost dry. Then I wait 5 mins to put a good amount of moisturizer on and after a few weeks the results are amazing. I have dehydrated, acne prone, oily skin and it helped so much repairing my skin barrier. It's so hydrated without being greasy, smooth, and minimal breakouts. It's a life saver and I'll never stop using it, and that says a lot because I've never found a product I would use religiously even after spending probably thousands of dollars on skin care products.
Is it suppose to do something? 3
Kay from Fargo
I notice no difference after using for a couple months. Does not minimize fine lines like people claim. Hyaluronic acid works better for me in retaining moisture and plumping the skin. I'll be using the rest of the bottle since it's expensive and I can no longer return. I had such high hopes for this. Looking through reviews it seems like they must have changed the product, probably to save money and maximize profits. Who knows
I love CosRx but this broke me out 3
StarChi from Chicago, IL
I am a huge fan of CosRx products, they're all I use on my skin. I wanted to try this since I've heard great things, but this one was not for me. Its definitely hydrating and made my skin look nice but it broke me out with white heads on my chin. I didn't notice this until I stopped using it and my breakouts went away quickly. I do however have sensitive skin and this happens to me often with new products. I think this is something that works differently for everyone, its worth a try!
This is THE BEST for barrier repair 5
Christine from Pennsylvania
If you have dry skin, put this on damp skin under your serums and moisturizers and watch your skin heal. Best. Best. Best.
Redness 3
KelseaT from NH
I have dry sensitive skin and after using this today my skin has become very red and hot. I will say it feels very soft and hydrating. If my face didn't become so hot and red I would definitely put this in my top 10 list.
Best thing ever for my dry skin! 5
SavvyShopper from Phoenix,AZ
Almost done with me first bottle and let me tell you this has provided EXACTLY the hydration my skin has been looking for! It's light enough that it doesn't feel like it sits on your skin and works so well to prep my skin for makeup. I can't wait to buy more when it's back in stock!
Good but no real difference 3
Vm from Usa
I have repurchased this serval times. I have extremely sensitive, dry, acne prone skin and have had moderate to severe acne for years. This product is lightweight and hydrating but I have never really seen any real difference. I don't feel like this product repairs or maintains hydration at all. It feels nice at first but really doesn't do much to help anything. Buy this if you already have nice skin and want a little boost but other than that it doesn't do anything for skin that isn't already great.
Great product 5
Mr. The Frog from Virginia
I have been using this for a few years now and love it. It seems to have become difficult to find recently so I hope it is not being discontinued.
Hated this! 1
Angie from Chesterfield, MI
I hated this product. I gave it over two weeks and noticed no difference. I've used other serums and found more immediate results. This is very sticky and slimey. It is actually pretty gross when you squirt a bit on to your hand and a string of slime attaches it too the dispenser.
Snail Goo is Underrated 5
Ella from West Virginia
I keep coming back to this product. It is perfect for my oily acne prone skin. It is a very light layer of moisture that plumps the skin and is very soothing. I don't know the science behind snail goo (if there is any) all I know is my skin misses this essence when it's gone from my routine.
Since 2019.. 5
Cristina from Los Angeles
I've been using this essence since 2019 and let me tell you!!!! Wow! This helped my skin soo much. It's essential for my skin care routine. I had very dry irritated skin before using this, and now I don't have that irritated skin even when I don't apply the product. This product has done wonders for my skin
Not for everyone, but it works! 5
g < 3 from Claremore, Oklahoma
This product helped my skin soo much, it feels more hydrated and "glowy". I absolutely love all of the snail mucin products! This isn't for everyone, though, so be cautious! MY HOLY GRAIL!!!!!
Game changer for sensitive skin 5
Edie ෆ from Minnesota
I had very high expectations prior to purchasing this and all of my expectations were met. What stood out to me when I first put on this product was that instead of irritating my skin and redness occurring, the product soothed my skin. I have very sensitive skin so this is always an issue. I apply this product on my skin while damp. I definitely recommend doing this as it helps the skin absorb the product better. I have just begun to get into Korean skin care and this was my first Korean product. I am so impressed and excited to try more products from this specific brand.
love this 5
em from az
i was scared to use this at first because of course after i bought it already it started showing up on my social media saying it caused people to break out and i am breakout prone. but i decided to just try it anyways because i can't go based off what others say. and my goodness i am so glad i tried this!! it actually helped get rid of my breakouts, it keeps my dry winter skin smooth and hydrated, it has actually helped do wonders for my dark spots after having acne. my skin has actually never looked better. this product was an excellent addition to my routine and i'll never stop recommending it to people! give it a try.
Amazing! Everyone needs this 5
Em from Sarasota, FL
It has really revitalizes my face after years of drying it out to get rid of acne. I also have sensitive skin and it didn't make me breakout. My skin looks the best it ever has!