TONYMOLY Timeless Ferment Snail Cream Versus COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream
Updated on May 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 12 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 parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
TONYMOLY Timeless Ferment Snail Cream 63 ingredients
COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream 22 ingredients
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TONYMOLY Timeless Ferment Snail Cream 63 ingredients
COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
EmollientHydrogenated Polydecene
EmollientCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Octyldodecyl Myristate
EmollientMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Dimethicone
Emollient
Glycol Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Skin ConditioningGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingWater
Skin ConditioningPEG-100 Stearate
Isohexadecane
EmollientBeeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Palmitic Acid
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Stearic Acid
Cleansing
Hydrogenated Lecithin
EmulsifyingTromethamine
BufferingPolyacrylate-13
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Polyisobutene
Laureth-23
CleansingCitrus Limon Peel Oil
Masking
Adenosine
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Disodium EDTA
Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil
Masking
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Sorbitan Isostearate
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
HumectantChamaecyparis Obtusa Water
MaskingCitrus Aurantifolia Oil
Cleansing
Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil
Masking
Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract
Skin ConditioningEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Propanediol
SolventPEG-8
HumectantCentella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Carica Papaya Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Beta-Glucan
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Snail Secretion Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Cetearyl Alcohol, Octyldodecyl Myristate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Dimethicone, Glycol Stearate Se, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Water, PEG-100 Stearate, Isohexadecane, Beeswax, Palmitic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Polysorbate 80, Chlorphenesin, Stearic Acid, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tromethamine, Polyacrylate-13, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Polyisobutene, Laureth-23, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Adenosine, Phenyl Trimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Fruit Oil, Alcohol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 20, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Citrus Aurantifolia Oil, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Propanediol, PEG-8, Centella Asiatica Extract, Carica Papaya Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Beta-Glucan, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
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.
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.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholThis 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 DimethiconeWater. 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 WaterPalmitic Acid is a fatty acid found in our skin. In cosmetics, it is usually derived from palm oil. It is a cleanser, emollient, and emulsifier.
As an emollient, it helps hydrate the skin. The emulsifying properties keep ingredients together in a product.
Palmitic Acid may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Palmitic AcidPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Carbomer 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.
Stearic Acid is a fatty acid. It is an emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer.
As an emollient, stearic acid helps soften skin. It aids the skin's protective barrier by preventing water loss. It also provides a gentle cleansing effect without stripping away natural oils.
Stearic acid may also be used to enhance the texture of products. It can add volume and stabilize ingredients such as water and oil. This can help water and oil ingredients from separating.
Sources of stearic acid include animal or vegetable fats/oils such as coconut or shea. It can be naturally found in butter, cocoa butter, shea butter, vegetable fats, and animal tallow.
This ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Stearic AcidAdenosine is in every living organism. It is one of four components in nucleic acids that helps store our DNA.
Adenosine has many benefits when used. These benefits include hydrating the skin, smoothing skin, and reducing wrinkles. Once applied, adenosine increases collagen production. It also helps with improving firmness and tissue repair.
Studies have found adenosine may also help with wound healing.
In skincare products, Adenosine is usually derived from yeast.
Learn more about AdenosineSodium 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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TONYMOLY Timeless Ferment Snail Cream 63 ingredients
COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream 22 ingredients
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TONYMOLY Timeless Ferment Snail Cream 63 ingredients
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
