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COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is a highly transparent product with a potent hero ingredient that delivers on its core promises of hydration and soothing, making it a strong choice for those seeking a gentle yet effective essence.
₹1,088 • Analysed 18 July 2026
In India's warm, humid climate a lighter leave-on layer tends to wear more comfortably; how it feels can shift between air-conditioned indoors and humid outdoors. The COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence has a consistent MRP of Rs.1450 across major Indian platforms, but is frequently available at a discounted price of Rs.1088-1160, making it more accessible and offering good value for a K-beauty active essence. The marketing stays within India's cosmetic advertising norms (ASCI / CDSCO), with claims that match what the formula can do.
Independent and free. The Clean Sheet takes no money from brands to review, rank, or approve a product. This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
Brand explicitly states 96.3% (or 96%) Snail Secretion Filtrate. Snail Secretion Filtrate is the first ingredient in the INCI list, supporting a high concentration.
The formula contains multiple humectants (Snail Secretion Filtrate, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Arginine) which are known to attract and hold moisture, supporting hydration claims.
Snail mucin is generally researched for its potential to improve skin elasticity and firmness, but no finished product study is publicly visible for this specific product.
Snail mucin has general research on wound healing and skin regeneration properties, but this is ingredient-level evidence, not finished product evidence for 'repairing skin damage'.
Snail Secretion Filtrate, Allantoin, and Panthenol are well-known for their soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, supporting these claims.
Improved hydration and mild exfoliation from snail mucin can lead to a smoother texture and reduced dullness. However, no finished product evidence is publicly visible.
The formula is free from alcohol, fragrance, and essential oils, and contains soothing ingredients, making it generally suitable for many skin types. No specific 'all skin types' testing is publicly visible.
These are sensory claims. The formula's texture and absorption are generally well-received by users, supporting these claims.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against INCIDecoder.
Screened against the ingredient database (9 of 12 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Active percentages are disclosed for the hero ingredient(s).
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
No retinoid or other pregnancy-cautioned active found in the screen.
Sustainability & Ethics
Brand makes a cruelty-free / PETA claim.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Snail Secretion Filtrate |
Betaine |
Butylene Glycol |
1,2-Hexanediol |
Sodium Polyacrylate |
Phenoxyethanol |
Sodium Hyaluronate |
Allantoin |
Ethyl Hexanediol |
Carbomer |
Panthenol |
Arginine |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Brand explicitly states 96.3% (or 96%) Snail Secretion Filtrate. Snail Secretion Filtrate is the first ingredient in the INCI list, supporting a high concentration.
Mentioned only
The formula contains multiple humectants (Snail Secretion Filtrate, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Arginine) which are known to attract and hold moisture, supporting hydration claims.
Mentioned only
Snail mucin is generally researched for its potential to improve skin elasticity and firmness, but no finished product study is publicly visible for this specific product.
Mentioned only
Snail mucin has general research on wound healing and skin regeneration properties, but this is ingredient-level evidence, not finished product evidence for 'repairing skin damage'.
Mentioned only
Snail Secretion Filtrate, Allantoin, and Panthenol are well-known for their soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, supporting these claims.
Mentioned only
Improved hydration and mild exfoliation from snail mucin can lead to a smoother texture and reduced dullness. However, no finished product evidence is publicly visible.
Mentioned only
The formula is free from alcohol, fragrance, and essential oils, and contains soothing ingredients, making it generally suitable for many skin types. No specific 'all skin types' testing is publicly visible.
Missing
These are sensory claims. The formula's texture and absorption are generally well-received by users, supporting these claims.
Missing
The ingredients in the formula are generally not known to be comedogenic. No specific testing data is publicly visible.
Missing
The formula is free from common irritants and allergens (fragrance, alcohol, essential oils), which supports a hypoallergenic claim. No specific testing data is publicly visible.
Missing
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
This review evaluates brand claims against visible evidence and formula logic. It does not replace a full ingredient safety analysis or a clinical product test. Results vary by individual, and the consumer should always read the full ingredient list and follow usage guidance.
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No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Brand claims dermatologist testing (claim stated; underlying report not seen).
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Active percentages are disclosed for the hero ingredient(s).
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
No retinoid or other pregnancy-cautioned active found in the screen.
Sustainability & Ethics
Brand makes a cruelty-free / PETA claim.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
Snail mucin is generally researched for its potential to improve skin elasticity and firmness, but no finished product study is publicly visible for this specific product.
Snail mucin has general research on wound healing and skin regeneration properties, but this is ingredient-level evidence, not finished product evidence for 'repairing skin damage'.
Snail Secretion Filtrate, Allantoin, and Panthenol are well-known for their soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, supporting these claims.
Improved hydration and mild exfoliation from snail mucin can lead to a smoother texture and reduced dullness. However, no finished product evidence is publicly visible.
The formula is free from alcohol, fragrance, and essential oils, and contains soothing ingredients, making it generally suitable for many skin types. No specific 'all skin types' testing is publicly visible.
These are sensory claims. The formula's texture and absorption are generally well-received by users, supporting these claims.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Brand explicitly states 96.3% (or 96%) Snail Secretion Filtrate. Snail Secretion Filtrate is the first ingredient in the INCI list, supporting a high concentration.
Mentioned only
The formula contains multiple humectants (Snail Secretion Filtrate, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Arginine) which are known to attract and hold moisture, supporting hydration claims.
Mentioned only
Snail mucin is generally researched for its potential to improve skin elasticity and firmness, but no finished product study is publicly visible for this specific product.
Mentioned only
Snail mucin has general research on wound healing and skin regeneration properties, but this is ingredient-level evidence, not finished product evidence for 'repairing skin damage'.
Mentioned only
Snail Secretion Filtrate, Allantoin, and Panthenol are well-known for their soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, supporting these claims.
Mentioned only
Improved hydration and mild exfoliation from snail mucin can lead to a smoother texture and reduced dullness. However, no finished product evidence is publicly visible.
Mentioned only
The formula is free from alcohol, fragrance, and essential oils, and contains soothing ingredients, making it generally suitable for many skin types. No specific 'all skin types' testing is publicly visible.
Missing
These are sensory claims. The formula's texture and absorption are generally well-received by users, supporting these claims.
Missing
The ingredients in the formula are generally not known to be comedogenic. No specific testing data is publicly visible.
Missing
The formula is free from common irritants and allergens (fragrance, alcohol, essential oils), which supports a hypoallergenic claim. No specific testing data is publicly visible.
Missing
Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps
