COS DE BAHA Snail Serum 120ml

Values: 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) · FA-Safe · Fragrance-Free (confirmed via INCI, and consistent with Adilsons' existing product listing's claim of no artificial fragrance) · Vegan status: No — see Conscious Formulation section, since snail secretion filtrate is animal-derived. Cruelty-Free* (brand-stated, animal-derived does not necessarily mean tested on animals).

Pros: generous 120ml size, real 83% brand-stated snail filtrate concentration, gentle enough for daily AM+PM use, consistent with the brand's own paraben/sulfate/alcohol/fragrance-free claim based on the confirmed INCI. Caveats: not vegan (animal-derived ingredient); dust-mite-allergic individuals should patch test; no independent reviews for this exact 120ml SKU were found.

Classification: GREEN. Snail secretion filtrate, niacinamide, panthenol, and hyaluronate are all mild, non-exfoliating ingredients with no established age restriction. This is a reasonable gentle hydration/repair step for teens, though it offers no unique benefit for pre-teen skin with no dehydration or repair concern.

Bedside-compatible: yes. Requires rinsing: no. Requires precise dosage: no. Wait time: minimal. This is a solid core piece of a bare-bones 2-3 product routine on low-energy days.

Step 1 (When): AM and PM. Step 2 (How much): 3-5 drops or one pump. Step 3 (How): pat into slightly damp skin, do not rub.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. Cleanse (optional). 2. Toner (optional). 3. COS DE BAHA Snail Serum — 3-5 drops. 4. Moisturizer. 5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++. In humid Mauritius mornings, this serum's humectant content benefits from the ambient moisture the same way any HA-containing product does.

1. Double cleanse if wearing SPF/makeup. 2. Toner (optional). 3. COS DE BAHA Snail Serum — 3-5 drops, wait 30-60 seconds. 4. Any active you're running that night (no lane conflict). 5. Moisturizer. This product is a good Recovery-night addition in a 4-night skin-cycling protocol, especially after a retinol or exfoliation night.

Technique: pat/press, do not rub. Skin state: slightly damp for best spread. Wait time: 10-20 seconds before a watery layer, 30-60 seconds before a heavier product. Hands deliver 100% of product; cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40% — use hands.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global rules: viscosity ladder thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s. If the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.

AM Maximum Stack: 1. Rinse/gentle cleanse (optional). 2. pH-prep toner (optional). 3. Hydrating toner layers (optional). 4. Essence (optional). 5. Mist (optional). 6. Booster/soothing serum — this product's role (also works as the Hydration serum lane). 7. Antioxidant lane (choose one). 8. Pigment support lane (optional). 9. Oil-control lane (optional). 10. Peptide/repair lane (optional, or covered by this product). 11. Eye product (optional). 12. Moisturizer. 13. Optional sealing layer if dry/AC. 14. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable).

PM Maximum Stack: 1. Micellar pre-cleanse (optional). 2. Oil cleanser if wearing SPF/makeup. 3. Water cleanser. 4. pH-prep toner (optional). 5. Hydrating toner layers (optional). 6. Essence (optional). 7. This soothing/repair serum. 8. Anchor active of the night, if any (retinol/acid — different lane). 9. Targeted serum (optional). 10. Moisturizer. 11. Sleeping mask (optional). 12. Occlusive seal (optional). Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep one lane per night.

Lane strictness: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration/repair steps like this one can always accompany.

Tier: light fluid, slightly thicker than a pure water-serum due to Sodium Polyacrylate (a thickening/stabilizing polymer). Layering rule: apply after watery toners/essences, before moisturizer. Phase: water-phase, layers cleanly under most moisturizers.

Dehydration: glycoproteins and hyaluronate bind water in the upper skin layers. Elasticity/repair support: snail secretion filtrate is studied for wound-healing-adjacent mechanisms that may support skin recovery after sun exposure or exfoliation. Secondary benefit: niacinamide's tone and barrier support. What it cannot do: it cannot replace a dedicated retinol or acid for deep textural or pigmentation concerns, and it cannot heal significant skin damage on its own — see a professional for that.

Sunscreen (mandatory AM): primary — Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+; alternatives — SKIN1004 Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum, Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture SunCream, ROUND LAB Birch Juice Tone-Up Sunscreen.

Moisturizer to seal: primary — COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream (same active family, cream format for extra sealing); alternatives — Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream, Dr.Althea 147 Barrier Cream, SKIN1004 Centella Probio-Cica Enrich Cream.

Active pairing: compatible alongside your COS DE BAHA Retinol Serum or Azelaic Acid Serum, applied before or after to buffer dryness from those actives.

Water-Permeable (wudu-compatible). This is a light, non-occlusive, non-film-forming serum. Adilsons provides this assessment based on the product's physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars — consult your own trusted Islamic authority.

Dust mite allergy → Snail Secretion Filtrate: snail mucin shares tropomyosin, a protein also found in house dust mites, so individuals with a known dust-mite allergy can occasionally react to snail-mucin skincare. This is a real, documented cross-reactivity pattern — patch test on the inner forearm before full-face use if you have this allergy. No specific prescription-drug interactions were found for the ingredients in this formula.

MYTH: "Snail mucin skincare contains live snails or crawls on your face somehow." REALITY: it is a filtered liquid secretion collected without harming the snail in most modern commercial processes, containing glycoproteins and other molecules — no live organism is in the bottle.

MYTH: "More snail mucin percentage always means better results." REALITY: the overall formula (supporting humectants, actives, and finish) matters as much as the headline percentage — this product's brand-stated 83% is genuinely high, but the whole ingredient list determines real-world performance.

In air-conditioned environments for extended periods, seal this serum with a moisturizer so its humectant content doesn't pull moisture from your own deeper skin layers instead of the air. Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; a pH-balancing toner beforehand can help this serum feel more effective if hard-water residue is an issue in your area.

Full INCI list: Snail Secretion Filtrate, Propanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Betaine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Adenosine, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract, Aspalathus Linearis (Rooibos) Extract, Sodium Polyacrylate. [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Estimated after Sodium Hyaluronate — ingredients from Beta-Glucan onward are estimated (not brand-confirmed) to sit below 1%.

Cross-check against Adilsons' existing listing: the current live description states this product is free of paraben, sulfates, alcohol, artificial fragrance, and artificial colorant — all consistent with the INCI list above, which contains none of those.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol (multifunctional preservative-booster/solvent).

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free (no Parfum/Fragrance listed, consistent with the brand's own claim). Scent: likely a faint herbal note from the witch hazel/rosemary/eucalyptus/thyme/rooibos extracts. Intensity: estimated 1 out of 5. EU 26 allergen screen: none of the 26 named allergen molecules detected as standalone listings; the aromatic plant extracts present could carry trace natural allergens for extract-sensitive users. Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free, consistent with the brand's claim.

Halal: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. Snail Secretion Filtrate is a mollusk-derived ingredient; classification varies by school of thought regarding invertebrate-derived cosmetic ingredients applied topically (not ingested) — this is genuinely a point some Muslim customers will want to research further with their own scholar rather than something we can resolve definitively here. No ethanol or porcine-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal Halal certification either way.

Vegan: No. This product contains Snail Secretion Filtrate, an animal-derived ingredient — it cannot be marketed as vegan regardless of how it was collected.

Cruelty-Free: *Brand-stated policy; collection methods for snail secretion vary by supplier and were not independently verified for this specific SKU. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent audit.

Microplastic-Free: Yes, based on the ingredients confirmed (Sodium Polyacrylate here functions as a water-soluble thickener, not a microplastic).

MFDS Classification: not publicly confirmed. Clinical evidence: snail secretion filtrate has a reasonable body of ingredient-level research on hydration and wound-healing-adjacent mechanisms, graded here as Moderate since much of it is smaller-scale or industry-funded rather than large independent trials. Evidence confidence: Medium for the ingredient, Low-Medium for this specific product's own claims beyond the ingredient itself.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Safe. No documented Malassezia-feeding esters among the confirmed ingredients.

Assessment: Low. No known pilling triggers among the confirmed ingredients; reduce layers if pilling occurs when stacked with heavier silicone-based products.

Fresh appearance: clear to slightly viscous, pale. Storage: keep out of direct sun and away from prolonged heat above roughly 30°C. Spoilage signs: off/rancid smell (distinct from the mild characteristic scent), unexpected discoloration, or separation. When in doubt, discard.

Patch test: inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, then begin facial use — this step matters more than usual here if you have a known dust-mite allergy. If adverse reaction: STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY gentle cleanser plus plain moisturizer plus mineral SPF. After 72 hours, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days. Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty — seek emergency care.

1. Skipping a patch test if you have a known dust-mite allergy. 2. Rubbing instead of patting, increasing friction irritation. 3. Skipping sunscreen and expecting repair benefits without UV protection. 4. Assuming vegan status incorrectly — this product is not vegan. 5. Storing the bottle somewhere hot.

Volume: 120ml (a generous size for this category). Amount per use: 3-5 drops (~0.5-0.7ml). Approximate uses per container: roughly 180-240 applications. Lifespan: at twice-daily use, approximately 3-4 months. Reorder roughly 2-3 weeks before you expect to run out.

This serum's job is broad hydration plus gentle repair support — it sits in the hydration/repair serum lane and pairs well with virtually any other active. AM: cleanse (optional) → toner (optional) → Snail Serum → moisturizer → sunscreen. PM: cleanse → toner (optional) → Snail Serum → any active you're running → moisturizer.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now: this is one of the gentler products to keep using while stronger actives are paused. If you are in AC all day: seal this serum with a moisturizer. If you have a known dust-mite allergy: patch test carefully before committing to full-face use.

After purchasing, you will receive our skincare education email series covering this product in depth. The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with COS DE BAHA Snail Serum, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If you want the same snail-mucin active family in a richer, more occlusive cream format rather than a serum, COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream is a real, in-stock alternative built around 92% Snail Secretion Filtrate in a gel-cream texture.

Choose this Snail Serum over the COSRX cream if you want a lighter, layerable format under other products rather than an all-in-one moisturizer replacement.

Upgrade triggers: you want a lighter layering serum, not an all-in-one; you already have a moisturizer you like and just want the snail-mucin benefit added in. Choose the cream instead if: you want a simpler, fewer-step routine, or you're in a drier climate/season and want more occlusion in one product.

This product's PRIMARY function is: broad hydration and gentle repair support via snail secretion filtrate. You do NOT need this if you already own another snail-mucin product with a similar profile, including the COSRX cream above — pick one format and finish it before buying the other. Stacking assessment: No Benefit (same mechanism) if run alongside another snail-mucin-forward product; Significant Benefit if your current routine has no repair/hydration step beyond a basic moisturizer.

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Parent Company: JAINA Co., Ltd (CEO Junwon Lee). Founded: 2019. Headquarters: Suwon, South Korea. Manufacturing: contract manufacturing in South Korean laboratories the brand states are MFDS-certified.

COS DE BAHA positions itself as a value/high-potency actives brand, selling clearly-labeled single- and combo-active serums at accessible prices relative to prestige K-beauty actives brands. This snail serum represents its hydration/repair category alongside the brand's Hyaluronic and Galactomyces serums.

Community reviews for this specific 120ml SKU were not yet available in our research at the time of writing — WebSearch surfaced retailer listings and ingredient pages but no verifiable Reddit, Amazon, or YesStyle review text for this exact product. We will not invent quotes to fill this section.

Is this vegan? No — it contains Snail Secretion Filtrate, an animal-derived ingredient.

I have a dust-mite allergy, is this safe? Patch test carefully first — snail mucin shares a protein (tropomyosin) with dust mites and can occasionally cross-react.

Does this contain live snails or hurt them? No — it's a filtered secretion, not a live organism, though collection methods vary by supplier and weren't independently verified for this SKU.

Can I use this with retinol or acids? Yes, no active-lane conflict; it can help buffer dryness from either.

Is it fragranced? No added Fragrance/Parfum, consistent with the brand's own claim, though it contains several plant extracts that carry a mild natural scent.

Snail Secretion Filtrate

A filtered secretion from snails, containing glycoproteins and other molecules used in skincare for hydration and repair support.

Tropomyosin

A protein found in both snail mucin and house dust mites, responsible for occasional cross-reactivity.

Betaine

A naturally-derived humectant and skin-conditioning agent.

Sodium Polyacrylate

A water-soluble thickening polymer, not a microplastic.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best for: anyone wanting a gentle, generously-sized daily hydration and repair-support serum, especially useful post-sun or post-exfoliation. Key benefits: real 83% brand-stated snail filtrate concentration, 120ml size offers good value in volume, gentle enough for daily AM+PM use. Keep in mind: not vegan; dust-mite-allergic individuals should patch test carefully; no independent reviews for this exact SKU were found yet.

Assessment: Suitable for most treatment-sensitized skin, based on the confirmed formula being fragrance-free, retinoid-free, and minimal-preservative (1,2-Hexanediol only). Consult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.