Dr.G Royal Black Snail First Essence Versus Tia’m Snail & Azulene Water Essence
Updated on November 20, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe essences. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain hyaluronic acid
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Dr.G Royal Black Snail First Essence 24 ingredients
Tia’m Snail & Azulene Water Essence 20 ingredients
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About this product
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Dr.G Royal Black Snail First Essence 24 ingredients
Tia’m Snail & Azulene Water Essence 20 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Snail Secretion Filtrate 75%
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Diphenyl Dimethicone
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningTriethylhexanoin
MaskingBetaine
Humectant
Maltodextrin
AbsorbentPolyglyceryl-10 Oleate
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Zymomonas Ferment Extract
HumectantButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Malt Extract
Skin ProtectingParfum
Masking
Honey Extract
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Royal Jelly Protein
Skin ConditioningSnail Secretion Filtrate 75%, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Water, Triethylhexanoin, Betaine, Maltodextrin, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Disodium EDTA, Adenosine, Zymomonas Ferment Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Malt Extract, Parfum, Honey Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phenethyl Alcohol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydrolyzed Royal Jelly Protein
Snail Secretion Filtrate 87%
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Saccharomyces/Viscum Album Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningBetaine
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract
EmollientDisodium EDTA
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil
Masking
Dipropylene Glycol
Masking1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningSodium Guaiazulene Sulfonate
Snail Secretion Filtrate 87%, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Beta-Glucan, Saccharomyces/Viscum Album Ferment Extract, Betaine, Allantoin, Panthenol, Chlorphenesin, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Saccharomyces/Imperata Cylindrica Root Ferment Extract, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Guaiazulene Sulfonate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Snail Secretion Filtrate is the excretion from snails. It is an effective moisturizer and promotes collagen production.
A popular nickname for this ingredient is 'Snail Mucin'.
Snail mucin has numerous skin benefits:
On top of this, Snail Secretion Filtrate contains a variety of vitamins and minerals. These include copper peptides, Vitamin A, and vitamin E. Vitamins A and E are antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals that damage skin cells.
Being cruelty-free means a brand does not experiment on animals. If you're worried about the well-being of the snails, we recommend looking more into the company of the product. Many brands have developed humane methods to collect snail mucin.
There is much debate on this subject. On one hand, this ingredient comes from an animal. On the other hand, many will argue the ingredient is naturally secreted (like a natural by-product) and therefore vegan. If you have reservations, you can look into Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate or Centella Asiatica Extract as alternatives.
Learn more about Snail Secretion FiltrateButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about Glycerin1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservatives
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolBetaine is a common humectant (a substance that promotes retention of moisture). It's known to be gentle on the skin and can help balance hydration.
This ingredient is best for improving hydration and soothing irritated skin. Studies also show it helps even out skin tone.
Fun fact: Betaine is naturally created in the skin and body. The kind found within cosmetic products can be either plant-derived or synthetic.
Learn more about BetaineDisodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTASodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.
Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.
Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.
These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:
Learn more about Sodium HyaluronateIngredient Ratings
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