Origins Ultra-Hydrating Energy Boosting Cream With Ginseng & Coffee Versus COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream
Updated on March 06, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. 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, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
Origins Ultra-Hydrating Energy Boosting Cream With Ginseng & Coffee 54 ingredients
COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream 22 ingredients
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Origins Ultra-Hydrating Energy Boosting Cream With Ginseng & Coffee 54 ingredients
COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingC12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester
Emulsifying
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride
EmollientHydroxyethyl Urea
HumectantCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Polyaspartate
HumectantAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Citrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil
Masking
Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil
Astringent
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Panax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Hordeum Vulgare Extract
EmollientSalicylic Acid
Masking
Algae Extract
Emollient
Linoleic Acid
Cleansing
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningSucrose
HumectantCucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
EmollientTrehalose
HumectantOphiopogon Japonicus Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSorbitol
Humectant
Phospholipids
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Coffea Arabica Seed Oil
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seedcake
Abrasive
Squalane
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientPEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingBehenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Jojoba Oil PEG-8 Esters
Skin Conditioning
Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric/Myristic/Stearic Triglyceride, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Cetyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Polyaspartate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Citrus Grandis Peel Oil, Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Salicylic Acid, Algae Extract, Linoleic Acid, Caffeine, Sucrose, Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract, Trehalose, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Sorbitol, Phospholipids, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, Coffea Arabica Seed Oil, Arginine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Helianthus Annuus Seedcake, Squalane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Potassium Sorbate, Jojoba Oil PEG-8 Esters
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingEthyl Hexanediol
SolventPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Arginine
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingStearic Acid
Cleansing
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningMyristic Acid
Cleansing
Snail Secretion Filtrate, Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Ethyl Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Arginine, Dimethicone, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Palmitic Acid, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Stearic Acid, Adenosine, Water, Myristic Acid
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterThis ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeButylene 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.
Arginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineSodium 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 HyaluronateXanthan gum is used as a stabilizer and thickener within cosmetic products. It helps give products a sticky, thick feeling - preventing them from being too runny.
On the technical side of things, xanthan gum is a polysaccharide - a combination consisting of multiple sugar molecules bonded together.
Xanthan gum is a pretty common and great ingredient. It is a natural, non-toxic, non-irritating ingredient that is also commonly used in food products.
Learn more about Xanthan GumCarbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create a gel consistency.
A high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Don't worry, most products contain 1% or less of carbomer.
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Origins Ultra-Hydrating Energy Boosting Cream With Ginseng & Coffee 54 ingredients
COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream 22 ingredients
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Origins Ultra-Hydrating Energy Boosting Cream With Ginseng & Coffee 54 ingredients
irritates skin
COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream 22 ingredients
6-Month Update: Honestly, I may have spoken too soon—I actually like the CosRX Snail Mucin All-in-One Cream! I had to accept that not every product is meant for daily use, and I find myself reaching for this more in warm weather. It layers well under sunscreen and is perfect for days when I want something lighter. I love the way it feels, and since I’m just about done with my original jar, a Show more
like thicker snail mucin, personally it works great for me especially in the summer. i have dry sensitive skin so this has helped with my barrier. i don't use this as my last step (only on exfoliation day tho) and usually put my sunscreen overtop or use it with the sandwich method for my retinol
