I used to think snail mucin was just a trend — something people bought for the novelty of it. But after finally giving in and trying the COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence, I get the hype. Fully.

I didn’t expect anything dramatic. My skin was dull, slightly dehydrated, and rough in texture from overdoing acids. I figured this would be a lightweight, slippery serum at best. But what I got instead was one of the most genuinely reparative products I’ve tried in the last year.

I applied it right after toner, morning and night, and within a few days my skin felt different. Softer, smoother, more resilient — like it wasn’t on the verge of flaking or freaking out anymore. The finish is a little tacky at first, but it sinks in well and layers under moisturizer and SPF with no issues.

Where I really saw a change was in how quickly my skin healed. Small irritation bumps? Gone faster. Post-acne marks? Faded noticeably over a few weeks. And my overall tone looked calmer and more even.

It’s not flashy. It doesn’t tingle, it doesn’t smell fancy, and it won’t change your face overnight. But it does exactly what it promises: supports skin that needs comfort, moisture, and repair — without overcomplicating things.