A cult-classic K-beauty essence containing 96% snail secretion filtrate. Repairs damaged skin, provides deep hydration, and improves skin texture with a lightweight, slightly viscous formula. Consistently rated 4.6 across major Korean platforms including Oliveyoung.
| Brand | COSRX |
| Category | essence |
| Price (KRW) | ₩21000 |
| Key Ingredients | snail_mucin, hyaluronic_acid, betaine |
| Skin Types | all, dry, sensitive |
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