COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence, 3.38 fl oz / 100 mL

Product Overview

COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is a leave-on facial essence formulated primarily with snail secretion filtrate. The 100 mL version contains 96.3% snail secretion filtrate and is designed for use after cleansing and toning and before moisturizer. Its formulation focuses on adding moisture and supporting a smoother-feeling skin surface without functioning as a cleanser or exfoliating treatment.

The essence has a lightweight but characteristically viscous texture associated with its high concentration of snail secretion filtrate. Additional ingredients include betaine, sodium hyaluronate, panthenol, allantoin, and arginine. The current manufacturer information identifies 1,000 ppm sodium hyaluronate and describes the formula as fragrance-free.

The product is intended for multiple skin types, including sensitive skin, although individual responses to cosmetic ingredients vary. COSRX instructs users to apply a small amount across the face after cleansing and toning, gently pat the product into the skin, and follow with moisturizer. The 3.38 fl oz / 100 mL configuration covered by this reference is associated with ASIN B00PBX3L7K and EAN-13 8809416470009.

Product Information

Identification

Physical

Product Identifier Summary

Model Number

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MPN

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UPC

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EAN

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GTIN

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ASIN

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ISBN

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Common Uses

• Adding a hydrating essence step after facial cleansing and toning.
• Preparing the skin for a moisturizer in a multi-step skin-care routine.
• Providing supplemental moisture when skin feels dry or dehydrated.
• Supporting a smoother-feeling skin surface through regular cosmetic use.
• Layering beneath moisturizer during morning or evening skin-care routines.
• Using beneath sunscreen and makeup after the essence has absorbed.

Maintenance & Care

• Keep the container securely closed when it is not being used.
• Store the product away from excessive heat and direct sunlight.
• Keep the pump opening clean and avoid unnecessary contact with fingers or other surfaces.
• Do not introduce water or other cosmetic products directly into the container.
• Use the product within the manufacturer’s stated period after opening.
• Discard the product if its appearance, odor, or consistency changes unexpectedly.

Safety Information

• This product is intended for external cosmetic use.
• Avoid direct contact with the eyes.
• Discontinue use if persistent irritation or an unexpected skin reaction occurs.
• People with known sensitivities to cosmetic ingredients should review the ingredient list before use.
• Individual tolerance to snail secretion filtrate and other ingredients can vary.
• Patch testing a new skin-care product on a small area can help identify individual sensitivity before broader facial application.
• Keep cosmetic products out of reach of young children unless used under appropriate adult supervision.

Technical Specifications

Ingredients

The manufacturer lists snail secretion filtrate as the dominant ingredient in the formula. The formulation also contains ingredients used for hydration, conditioning, texture, preservation, and product stability.

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

Product History

Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is part of COSRX’s Advanced Snail skin-care family. The line is organized around products containing snail secretion filtrate and includes complementary cleansing, moisturizing, essence, and specialty skin-care products.

The essence has been distributed internationally for several years and became one of the better-known products associated with Korean snail-mucin skin care. No verified major reformulation history or formal successor model was identified for the configuration covered by this reference.

Key Features

• Contains 96.3% snail secretion filtrate.
• Contains sodium hyaluronate as a moisture-binding ingredient.
• Includes betaine, panthenol, and allantoin.
• Leave-on formula requiring no rinsing after application.
• Fragrance-free formulation.
• Pump dispenser limits the need to place fingers directly into the container.
• Designed to fit between toner and moisturizer in a layered skin-care routine.
• Can be used during morning or evening skin-care routines.

Package Contents

• One bottle of COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence.
• 100 mL / 3.38 fl oz of facial essence.
• Integrated pump dispensing mechanism.
• Product packaging containing ingredient and usage information.

Compatibility

Skin Types

The manufacturer identifies the essence as suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Individual sensitivity can still occur, and skin type alone does not predict how a person will respond to a particular formulation.

Moisturizers

The essence is intended to be followed by moisturizer. Its position in the routine allows a cream, lotion, or gel moisturizer to be applied after the essence has spread across the skin.

Sunscreen

During daytime routines, sunscreen can be applied after the essence and other moisturizing products have settled. The essence itself is not a sunscreen and does not replace sun protection.

Makeup

The product can be incorporated into skin preparation before makeup. Allowing the essence and subsequent moisturizer to absorb before applying cosmetics may reduce interference between layers.

COSRX Advanced Snail Products

The essence belongs to the same product family as other COSRX Advanced Snail products. These products can occupy different steps in a skin-care routine rather than serving as identical substitutes.

How to Use

• Cleanse the face using the normal cleansing step.
• Apply toner first if toner is part of the routine.
• Dispense a small amount of essence.
• Spread the product across the face while avoiding direct eye contact.
• Gently pat the skin with the fingertips to assist distribution and absorption.
• Follow with an appropriate moisturizer.
• During daytime use, complete the skin-care routine with sunscreen.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence?

It is a leave-on facial essence containing a high concentration of snail secretion filtrate. It is used as a hydrating step between cleansing or toning and moisturizer.

What product does B00PBX3L7K identify?

B00PBX3L7K corresponds to the 100 mL COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence configuration covered by this reference.

Is snail mucin the same as snail secretion filtrate?

In cosmetic discussions, snail mucin commonly refers to processed snail secretion used as a skin-care ingredient. Cosmetic ingredient lists generally identify the material as snail secretion filtrate.

Does the product need to be rinsed off?

No. It is a leave-on essence. After application, it is normally followed by other skin-care steps rather than removed with water.

When should the essence be applied?

COSRX directs users to apply it after cleansing and toning. Moisturizer follows the essence.

Can it be used in the morning?

Yes. It can be included in a daytime routine, with sunscreen applied later in the routine.

Can it be used at night?

Yes. The essence can also be incorporated into an evening skin-care routine before moisturizer or other compatible finishing products.

Does it replace moisturizer?

The manufacturer’s directions place moisturizer after the essence. People with drier skin may especially require a separate moisturizing product to provide sufficient occlusion and emollience.

Does it contain hyaluronic acid?

The formula contains sodium hyaluronate, a salt form of hyaluronic acid commonly used in cosmetic formulations as a humectant.

Is the product fragrance-free?

Yes. The current manufacturer information identifies the formulation as fragrance-free.

Is it an exfoliant?

The product is primarily positioned as a hydrating and conditioning essence. It should not be treated as a substitute for a dedicated exfoliating product.

Can it be used under makeup?

Yes. It can be incorporated into pre-makeup skin care after allowing sufficient time for the applied layers to settle.

How long should the product be used after opening?

The manufacturer states a period of 12 months after opening. Storage conditions and hygienic handling remain important throughout that period.

Why does the essence feel sticky or stringy?

The formulation has a naturally viscous consistency associated with its ingredient composition. Perception of stickiness varies according to the amount applied, other products used, humidity, and individual skin characteristics.

Is this a facial cleanser?

No. It is applied after cleansing and remains on the skin.

Does it replace sunscreen?

No. The essence does not provide labeled sun protection and should not be treated as an alternative to sunscreen.

Can sensitive skin use it?

The manufacturer includes sensitive skin among its intended skin types. However, cosmetic sensitivity is individual, and a product described for sensitive skin can still cause a reaction in some users.

How should the bottle be stored?

Keep it securely closed and away from excessive heat and direct sunlight. The pump and bottle opening should also be kept clean.

Buying Considerations

Ingredient Source

Snail secretion filtrate is an animal-derived cosmetic ingredient. This is relevant for people who avoid animal-derived ingredients for dietary, ethical, religious, or personal reasons.

Texture

The essence has a more elastic and viscous consistency than many conventional liquid toners. Users who strongly prefer water-like skin-care products may notice the difference in texture.

Routine Position

This product is an essence rather than a cleanser, toner, moisturizer, sunscreen, or exfoliant. Its intended role should be considered when comparing it with products designed for other skin-care steps.

Skin Sensitivity

Manufacturer suitability statements do not guarantee individual tolerance. People with reactive skin may prefer to introduce one new cosmetic product at a time so that unexpected reactions are easier to identify.

Size Variations

COSRX also offers a smaller 30 mL configuration. Product size should be checked when comparing packages because different volumes can otherwise have very similar labeling.

Product Authenticity

Popular cosmetic products may appear through multiple distribution channels. Packaging, barcode information, ingredient labeling, batch information, and seller provenance can help distinguish properly distributed products from questionable listings.

Customer Feedback Summary

This section summarizes recurring themes found in publicly available customer discussions and reviews. These observations represent subjective user experiences rather than verified specifications or evidence that every user will experience the same results.

Commonly Praised Aspects

• Users frequently describe the essence as providing noticeable surface hydration.
• Many reports describe skin as feeling softer or smoother after the product is incorporated into a routine.
• The lack of added fragrance is appreciated by users who prefer fragrance-free facial products.
• Some users report that only a small amount is needed to spread the essence across the face.
• The pump dispenser is often viewed as convenient for controlling the amount applied.
• Some users with combination or oily skin describe the formula as sufficiently lightweight for routine layering.
• Users frequently discuss combining the essence with a separate moisturizer rather than relying on it as the final moisturizing step.

Commonly Reported Limitations

• The viscous or slightly sticky texture is disliked by some users.
• Some people report that the product does not provide enough moisture by itself for very dry skin.
• A minority of users describe redness, itching, stinging, or breakouts after application.
• Experiences with layering beneath other skin-care products and makeup vary.
• Some users report differences in perceived texture between bottles or over extended periods of use.
• Results related to visible skin texture and post-breakout marks vary substantially among individuals.

Related Products

• COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream — moisturizer in the Advanced Snail product family.
• COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin Gel Cleanser — facial cleansing product containing snail-derived ingredients.
• COSRX Advanced Snail Radiance Dual Essence — dual-formula essence within the Advanced Snail range.
• COSRX Advanced Snail Peptide Eye Cream — eye-area product in the Advanced Snail family.
• COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin Glass Glow Hydrogel Mask — hydrogel mask designed as a supplemental skin-care step.

Last Updated

August 9, 2026