Comparison between COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence vs. Eiio Hydration Boosting Cleanser

Find out which product is better for your skin.

12 Ingredients 62

1
Snail Secretion Filtrate
1
Water
2
Betaine
2
Glycerin
3
Butylene Glycol
3
Lauric Acid
4
1,2-Hexanediol
4
Myristic Acid
5
Sodium Polyacrylate
5
Palmitic Acid
6
Phenoxyethanol
6
Stearic Acid
7
Sodium Hyaluronate
7
Potassium Hydroxide
8
Allantoin
8
Sorbitan Olivate
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Uniqueness6 out of 12
50.0%
Uniqueness56 out of 62
90.3%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
1 out of 12
8%
chemical
9 out of 12
75%
natural
18 out of 62
29%
chemical
40 out of 62
65%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 0
Betaine#2Butylene Glycol#31,2-Hexanediol#4Sodium Hyaluronate#7Allantoin#8Panthenol#11
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#8
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Allantoin#8
Dry skin
Positive: 7Negative: 0
Glycerin#2Palmitic Acid#5Butylene Glycol#19Allantoin#241,2-Hexanediol#27Glycine#29Sodium Hyaluronate#58
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 3
Allantoin#24Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract#36Lauric Acid#3Myristic Acid#4Stearic Acid#6
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 1
Allantoin#24Citric Acid#30

Detailed view

COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence vs. Eiio Hydration Boosting Cleanser
Position 1

#1Snail Secretion Filtrate

Origin: No information
Role: Skin conditioning agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
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#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2Betaine

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
Hair protection
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Betaine is used a lot in “organic” skincare products. It is a good moisturizer that not only hydrates the skin but also strengthens the cell membrane. This helps to lower the water loss over time. It also softens the skin and reduces irritation and redness. It’s often used at a 3-5% concentration depending on the product.

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#2Glycerin

Origin: natural
Role: Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Humectant, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair structure improvement
Hair gloss
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Glycerin is one of the most outstanding and helpful skincare components. It's used in many skincare products because it works and provides notable results. It's one of the best moisturizers. Molecules of Glycerin can absorb water and deliver it into deep layers of the skin making it hydrated.

The component is researched very well. Many scientific researches confirm the safety and the efficiency of the component.

Position 3

#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

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#3Lauric Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Antiseptic
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 4 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
Position 4

#41,2-Hexanediol

Origin: chemical
Role: Solvent
Moisturizing
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

1,2-Hexanediol can do a lot of good things for the formulation of the product. It’s an emollient, preservative, and humectant. It keeps skin hydrated and soft. It’s a good component for dry and dehydrated skin.

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#4Myristic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Bad for oily skin
Bad for oily skin
Position 5

#5Sodium Polyacrylate

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Binding, Emollient, Emulsion stabilizer, Film former, Hair fixative, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#5Palmitic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Surfactant
Malassezia unsafe
Comedogenic rating [ 2 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Palmitic Acid is an emulsion stabilizer. It reduces water evaporation from the surface of your skin. That’s why this component is good if you suffer from dryness. It also increases the efficiency of other surfactants in the formulation. It can be found in many organic oils including Avocado oil, Cocoa oil, Olive oil etc.

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