Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Essence Versus Cos De BAHA Snail Mucin Power Serum with Niacinamide 2%
Updated on March 10, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe essences. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Essence 17 ingredients
Cos De BAHA Snail Mucin Power Serum with Niacinamide 2% 19 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Essence 17 ingredients
Cos De BAHA Snail Mucin Power Serum with Niacinamide 2% 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract 93%
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24
EmulsifyingPolyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitrus Tangerina Peel Oil
Masking
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Caramel
Cosmetic ColorantJuniperus Mexicana Oil
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingDiacetyl Boldine
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract 93%, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, PPG-13-Decyltetradeceth-24, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Citrus Tangerina Peel Oil, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Caramel, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diacetyl Boldine, Limonene, Linalool
Snail Secretion Filtrate 83%
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Betaine
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Thymus Vulgaris Extract
Perfuming
Aspalathus Linearis Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Polyacrylate
AbsorbentSnail Secretion Filtrate 83%, Propanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Betaine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Allantoin, Adenosine, Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Extract, Sodium Polyacrylate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about Niacinamide1,2-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
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate comes from licorice root.
Extracts of licorice have demonstrated to have antibacterial, anti‐inflammatory, antiviral, antioxidant properties.
One component, glabridin, has extra potent antioxidant and soothing properties. It has also been found to block pigmentation from UVB rays in guinea pigs.
Licorice Root also contains a flavonoid. Flavonoids are a natural substance from in plants. Flavonoids also have antioxidant properties.
Another component, glycyrrhizin, has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits. This may make licorice root extract effective at treating acne. However, more research is needed to support this.
Liquiritin is one of the flavone compounds found in licorice. It has been found to help lighten skin by preventing tyrosinase from reacting with tyrosine. When the two react, protein is converted to melanin. Melanin is the substance in your body that gives your features pigmentation.
Licorice root is native to Southern Europe and Asia. It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to help with respiratory issues.
Learn more about Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateIngredient Ratings
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Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Essence 17 ingredients
Cos De BAHA Snail Mucin Power Serum with Niacinamide 2% 19 ingredients
Reviews
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Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Essence 17 ingredients
Cos De BAHA Snail Mucin Power Serum with Niacinamide 2% 19 ingredients
Great, spreads well, non sticky, very soothing and hydrating, very low ingredient list which is all very unlikely to pore clog or cause irritation, would recommend this as a cosrx alternative even for sensitive acne prone skin like mine.
