COSRX ADVANCED SNAIL 92 ALL IN ONE CREAM 100G

100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) · Fragrance-Free (confirmed, no Parfum/Fragrance/essential oil in the declared INCI) · FA-Conditional (see Sensory and Chemical Profile) · Halal-Friendly* / Vegan-Friendly: No (contains an animal-derived ingredient, see below).

If your skin has felt reactive lately — stinging on products that never used to sting, flaking around the nose, redness that won't calm — this cream is built for that exact state, not for routine daily maintenance on skin that already feels fine.

Pros: single-step barrier support, absorbs to a satin (not greasy) finish, fragrance-free, works AM or PM. Caveats: no SPF (a second product is mandatory), very dry-skin users may still want an added facial oil in peak AC dryness, and the exact pH is not publicly disclosed.

In Mauritius heat, sebum and sweat on the skin surface feel "grimy," but that oil is doing its job — protecting the acid mantle (target pH 4.5-5.5). Washing more than twice a day, or using a high-pH cleanser, strips that layer and triggers compensatory sebum overproduction: the exact oiliness the over-washing was meant to fix.

This cream breaks that cycle from the moisturizing side: Snail Secretion Filtrate supplies glycoproteins and hyaluronic acid that rebuild the barrier's water-holding capacity, while Cetearyl Olivate/Sorbitan Olivate (an olive-derived emulsifier pair) and Dimethicone reduce transepidermal water loss without adding pore-clogging heaviness. A better-hydrated barrier needs less compensatory oil, which is the opposite direction from over-cleansing.

Bedside-compatible: yes. No rinsing, no precise dosage, no wait time required, and it can be applied with unwashed hands as the very last step of a bare-bones routine.

On a burnout day, this alone (after only water or a quick cleanse) is a legitimate 1-2 product routine: cleanse-optional, then this cream. It has no tacky residue and no strong scent, so it does not create the sensory aversion some thick balms do on overstimulated skin.

Step 1 (When): AM and/or PM, as the last step before sunscreen in the morning. Step 2 (How much): 1-2 pea-sized amounts for the full face. Step 3 (How): Warm between fingertips, then press (do not rub) into slightly damp skin.

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. Gentle cleanser (optional) → 2. Hydrating toner (optional) → 3. Antioxidant serum (optional) → 4. COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream → 5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (mandatory). In Mauritius' humid mornings, apply this cream while skin is still slightly damp from toner — the humectants in the formula (Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol) pull ambient humidity into the skin surface rather than pulling water from deeper layers, which only works if there's already surface moisture to grab.

This product carries no UV filter — sunscreen is mandatory every single morning it is used, with no exception for cloudy days.

1. Double cleanse → 2. Toner/essence (optional) → 3. Treatment serum (optional) → 4. COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream as the final seal. Because it contains no retinoid, acid, or Vitamin C, it does not occupy an "active lane" and can be layered after any active serum as a buffering final step.

Technique: Pat/press, don't rub — friction degrades the emulsion and increases irritation risk on already-sensitized skin. Required skin state: slightly damp, so the humectants have surface water to bind. Wait time: none required before the next step (it is typically the last step).

Hands deliver 100% of product; a jar texture like this is never applied with a cotton pad.

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 → thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serums 30-60s, before sunscreen 10-15 min. Amount defaults: watery toner/essence 5-8 drops, serum 2-3 drops, eye product ½ rice-grain per eye, gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas, occlusive seal rice-grain to pea, sunscreen 2-finger rule. Hydrators go on slightly damp skin; retinoids on fully dry skin; if the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy — reduce layers, never 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 (optional) 7. Antioxidant lane — choose one (optional) 8. Pigment support lane — choose one (optional) 9. Hydration serum lane (optional) 10. Oil-control lane — choose one (optional) 11. Peptide/repair lane (optional) 12. Eye cream (optional) 13. Moisturizer — this product's slot 14. Optional sealing layer (only if very dry/AC) 15. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable) 16. Lip SPF (optional). In AM, prioritize comfort and SPF adherence over stacking — in high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack: 1. Micellar pre-cleanse (optional) 2. Oil cleanser (if SPF/makeup) 3. Water cleanser 4. pH-prep toner (optional) 5. Hydrating toner layers (optional) 6. Essence (optional) 7. Soothing/barrier serum (optional) 8. Anchor active (optional, none in this product) 9. Targeted serum (optional) 10. Moisturizer — this product's slot 11. Sleeping mask (optional) 12. Occlusive seal (optional) 13. Spot treatment/patch (as needed) 14. Lip sleeping mask (optional). Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

One-lane rule: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration (like this cream) can always accompany any of them. If unsure, default to the safest lane — barrier/hydration — and reduce layers.

This is a medium gel-cream — thicker than a serum or essence, thinner than a balm. Apply it after every water-based and serum step, before only an occlusive seal (rarely needed on top of this in Mauritius humidity).

Phase compatibility: water-phase and emulsion combined (Water plus Dimethicone and the olive-derived emulsifiers), so it layers cleanly under sunscreen without pilling if applied on slightly damp, not wet, skin.

Before starting this product, your routine should already include a gentle, pH-appropriate cleanser and a daily sunscreen. Without those foundations, a repair cream alone cannot outpace ongoing barrier damage.

Barrier damage: Snail Secretion Filtrate supplies hyaluronic acid, glycoproteins, and allantoin that replace what a stripped barrier has lost. Dehydration: Sodium Hyaluronate and Panthenol hold water at the surface. Early fine lines: Adenosine is an MFDS-recognized functional wrinkle-improvement ingredient, though its concentration here is not disclosed.

This product cannot treat active acne, cannot fade existing pigmentation, and cannot replace sunscreen — it has no UV filter of any kind.

Sunscreen (mandatory follow-up, since this cream has none): primary — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 50ml (in stock); alternatives — Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics 50ml, Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream 50ml, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-Fit Suncream Light 50ml.

Hydrating essence to layer before it: primary — COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence 100ml (same hero ingredient, deeper single-active hydration before this cream seals it in); alternatives — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule 55ml, Anua Niacinamide 10%+TXA 4% Dark Spot Correcting Serum 30ml, Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum: Propolis + Niacinamide 30ml.

No pilling pairs identified — this cream's simple emulsion base plays well under sunscreen when applied on slightly damp skin with a short wait.

MYTH: "Snail mucin creams are slimy and greasy." REALITY: the filtrate itself is a thin, glycoprotein-rich liquid — the gel-cream texture here comes from the emulsifiers and Dimethicone, and it absorbs to a satin, non-greasy finish.

MYTH: "A cream this rich means I don't need sunscreen." REALITY: this formula carries zero UV filters; skipping sunscreen after applying it leaves skin fully unprotected.

MYTH: "More product means faster repair." REALITY: barrier repair follows the skin's own turnover cycle (roughly 28-60 days); doubling the amount per use does not compress that timeline.

Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which breaks down collagen, increases transepidermal water loss, and compromises barrier function — the same barrier state this cream is designed to support. If a stressful period coincides with new skin sensitivity, using this cream consistently (without adding new actives during that window) gives the barrier the steadiest possible support while the underlying stressor resolves.

Permeability: Water-Permeable (wudu-compatible). This gel-cream absorbs into skin rather than forming a continuous occlusive film, so water can reach the skin surface during ablution once the product has absorbed (roughly 1-2 minutes after application).

Adilsons provides this assessment based on the product's physical properties. Rulings on wudu validity vary between scholars. Consult your own trusted Islamic authority.

In air-conditioned environments for extended hours, seal any humectant-forward step underneath this cream — the cream's Dimethicone and emulsifier system provide a mild occlusive top layer that helps hold that moisture in rather than letting AC air pull it back out.

Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; if your cleanser leaves a filmy, tight feeling before you apply this cream, that is calcium-stearate residue from hard water, not this product — a pH-balancing toner beforehand resolves it.

*Adenosine appears below the estimated 1% line in the INCI list, suggesting it is present at a trace/sub-efficacious concentration relative to a clinical dose. Its inclusion may be primarily for marketing rather than guaranteed clinical effect.

Full INCI: Snail Secretion Filtrate, Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Ethyl Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Arginine, Dimethicone, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Palmitic Acid, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Stearic Acid, Adenosine, Water, Myristic Acid.

Preservative system: Phenoxyethanol (a broad-spectrum synthetic preservative) and Ethyl Hexanediol (a preservative-boosting diol).

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free — no Parfum, Fragrance, or essential oil appears in the declared INCI. Scent: effectively none. EU 26 allergen screen: none detected in the declared ingredient list. Alcohol: Alcohol-Free (Cetearyl Alcohol present is a fatty alcohol, which is moisturizing, not drying).

Snail Secretion Filtrate shares tropomyosin, a protein also found in dust mites and shellfish. If you have a known dust-mite or shellfish allergy, patch test this product carefully before facial use — cross-reactivity has been documented for snail-mucin cosmetics in people with these allergies, though it is not universal.

Halal: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation and no porcine-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars, and note that snail secretion filtrate itself is a discussed/debated ingredient in some fiqh interpretations.

Vegan: No — Snail Secretion Filtrate is an animal-derived ingredient (collected from live snails without harming them, per brand claims, but still not plant-derived).

Cruelty-free: *Brand-stated policy. COSRX is not listed on PETA's Beauty Without Bunnies database, Leaping Bunny, or an equivalent third-party audit as of this research. COSRX sells through mainland Chinese retail channels, where post-market animal testing may be legally required; cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt.

Microplastic-Free: No — contains Dimethicone, a silicone polymer. Dimethicone is not currently restricted under EU microplastic rules (it is not a solid particulate), but readers who specifically avoid all silicones should note its presence.

MFDS classification: Functional Cosmetic — this designation applies because the formula contains Adenosine, one of Korea's MFDS-recognized functional ingredients for wrinkle improvement, which requires additional government testing at an efficacious concentration to earn the designation on a label. The concentration here is not disclosed, so treat the functional claim as ingredient-category-based rather than a verified-dose claim.

Evidence confidence: Medium — snail secretion filtrate has a substantial body of general ingredient literature and MFDS functional-cosmetic registrations across the category, but no clinical trial specific to this exact cream was found in this research pass.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. Myristic Acid and Palmitic Acid (both known Malassezia-feeding fatty acids) and the Cetearyl Olivate/Sorbitan Olivate emulsifier pair sit in this formula. Myristic and Palmitic Acid appear near the very end of the list (very low concentration), but FA-reactive users should patch test on the jawline before full-face use.

Assessment: Low. This cream absorbs cleanly; pilling risk mainly appears if applied over a not-yet-absorbed watery toner layer or under a heavy mineral sunscreen too soon after application. Mitigation: apply on slightly damp (not wet) skin and wait 60 seconds before sunscreen.

Fresh color is off-white to pale ivory. A yellowing or brownish shift, or a sour/rancid smell replacing the neutral scent, signals oxidation — discard rather than use. Store away from direct bathroom-window sun and away from shower steam; Mauritius bathroom humidity accelerates degradation of jar-packaged creams faster than a cool bedroom shelf. When in doubt, discard.

Assessment: Suitable, with a consult recommendation. This formula is fragrance-free and uses a minimal, single-preservative system (Phenoxyethanol), which are the two biggest oncology-skincare risk factors to control for. Snail secretion filtrate itself has not been specifically studied in oncology-treatment populations.

Consult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.

Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours, then behind the ear for 24 hours, before first facial use — this matters more here than on a typical moisturizer because of the documented dust-mite/shellfish cross-reactivity risk with snail-derived ingredients.

If adverse reaction: STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY a gentle cleanser, plain moisturizer, and mineral SPF — no acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days. Seek emergency care for hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty.

1. Skipping sunscreen because the cream "feels protective" — it has no UV filter. 2. Applying to bone-dry skin, which wastes the humectant content. 3. Using a heaping amount hoping for faster repair — a barrier cream works by consistency, not quantity. 4. Rubbing it in vigorously, which increases friction-irritation on already-sensitized skin. 5. Storing the jar in a steamy bathroom, which shortens its usable life.

Overuse threshold: there is no meaningful overuse ceiling for a passive moisturizer, but doubling the amount does not double the repair speed — consistency over 4-6 weeks matters more than quantity per use.

At 1-2 pea-sized amounts per use, twice daily, a 100g jar provides roughly 90-120 days of use for an average face. Using 2-3x the recommended amount per application shortens this to under 45 days without improving repair speed. Reorder roughly 2 weeks before the jar visibly empties, to allow for delivery scheduling.

This cream is the sealing step of a barrier-repair routine — apply it after every treatment step, before sunscreen in the morning. AM: Cleanse (optional) → hydrating toner/essence (optional) → this cream → sunscreen (mandatory). PM: Double cleanse → toner/essence (optional) → this cream (final step).

If your barrier currently stings on plain moisturizer: use this cream alone with no other actives for at least 7 days before reintroducing anything else. If you are in AC for 8+ hours a day: layer a hydrating essence underneath this cream rather than relying on the cream's own humectants alone.

Stock-true bundle — Barrier Reset Trio: this cream + COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence 100ml + COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser 150ml. How to use: cleanse, essence, then this cream, morning and night. Why included: all three share the same gentle, low-active philosophy so a reactive barrier is never asked to tolerate more than one new ingredient family at once.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream, 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 a lighter, more water-based gel texture instead of this cream's slightly richer feel, Anua Birch Moisture Boosting Cream 50ml (birch sap-led, ten-type hyaluronic acid) is a genuine in-catalog alternative — it trades snail-mucin barrier repair for a lighter, faster-absorbing humectant profile better suited to skin that is dehydrated but not actively damaged.

Choose Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream over the Anua Birch Cream if you need active barrier repair, not just hydration: snail secretion filtrate's glycoprotein-and-allantoin profile is positioned for damaged, flaking, or reactive skin, while the birch cream is built for comfortable-but-thirsty skin.

If your skin is currently flaking or stinging on plain moisturizer: choose this cream. If you just feel generally dehydrated with no damage: the Birch Cream is sufficient and lighter. If you avoid all animal-derived ingredients: do not upgrade to this cream — the Birch Cream is both sufficient and aligned with that preference.

If you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, this cream is worth choosing. If not, the alternative is sufficient. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is barrier repair and hydration via snail mucin. You do not need this if you already own another snail-mucin cream (such as a full-size Advanced Snail line item) that is not yet finished — use it up first. Buying a second barrier cream while one sits open wastes product against its shelf life.

Stacking assessment: No Benefit if paired with another rich snail-mucin cream (same mechanism, redundant). Significant Benefit if paired with an active serum (Vitamin C, niacinamide, retinol) that targets a different pathway.

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.

Quick checks for this SKU: genuine jars carry a laser-etched batch code on the base (not a sticker), and COSRX's official QR verification tool at official.cosrx.com/record can confirm current-generation stock.

COSRX built its early reputation on a minimal, low-pH, "skin-friendly" formulation ethos — simple actives, low irritation — before its 2023 acquisition by Amorepacific. The Advanced Snail line remains the brand's most recognized name globally, built entirely around snail secretion filtrate at varying concentrations and formats.

Independent review sources (INCIDecoder, WhatsInMyJar, and third-party retail aggregators) show a consistently positive reception for this cream, with an approximate 4.8-4.9 out of 5 rating range reported across multiple retail listings for the full-size product — though this figure was not independently re-counted by Adilsons and should be read as directional, not exact.

Common praise: users describe it as moisturizing without an oily residue, and several report visible improvement in hyperpigmentation-prone, acne-scarred combination skin after roughly a month of use. Common complaint: a minority of very dry-skin users find it insufficient alone in peak dry conditions and add a facial oil on top. No dedicated Reddit thread specific to this exact 100g SKU was found in this research pass — the sentiment above draws from broader third-party review aggregation for the same formula.

Sustainability: the jar is typically PET or PP plastic; check the base for a recycling code and dispose per local Mauritius recycling guidance. Not refillable.

Does this cream contain SPF? No. It has no UV filter of any kind — a separate sunscreen is mandatory every morning.

Is it safe to use if I have a shellfish allergy? Snail secretion filtrate shares a cross-reactive protein (tropomyosin) with shellfish and dust mites — patch test carefully and consult an allergist if you have a known severe shellfish allergy.

Will this help with acne scarring? Some community reports describe improvement in acne-scar-prone skin's texture and tone over about a month, but this is not a clinically proven scar treatment — treat it as barrier support, not a scar-fading product.

Can I use this every day? Yes — it has no active ingredient requiring frequency limits, and daily AM/PM use is the intended pattern.

Is it vegan? No. Snail secretion filtrate is an animal-derived ingredient.

Snail Secretion Filtrate

Filtered mucus collected from live snails, rich in glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid, and allantoin-related compounds.

Adenosine

An MFDS-recognized functional ingredient associated with fine-line improvement.

Acid mantle

The skin's naturally slightly-acidic surface layer (pH 4.5-5.5) that protects against bacteria and water loss.

Transepidermal water loss (TEWL)

Water evaporating out through the skin when the barrier is compromised.

Occlusive

An ingredient that forms a physical film to slow water loss.

Humectant

An ingredient that draws water toward the skin surface (e.g. hyaluronic acid, glycerin).

Fungal Acne (FA)-Conditional

Contains an ingredient some, but not all, fungal-acne-prone people react to.

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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 with a currently reactive, flaking, or dehydrated barrier who wants a single-step, fragrance-free repair cream rather than a multi-step actives routine.

Key benefits: 92% snail-mucin base for barrier repair, fragrance-free formula, non-greasy gel-cream finish suited to Mauritius humidity, works as both an AM and PM step.

Keep in mind: it is not vegan, it carries no SPF of its own, and its exact pH and Adenosine concentration are not publicly disclosed.