[Review] COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

Hey guys, it's me again! Today I will be back once again with a review on COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence. 

• I purchased mine on Yesstyle for around $20 when it was on sale
• I've been using this product every night for around 3 months now
• Skin type: Normal to combination skin on my T zone 

Product Description 

'Formulated with 96% Snail Secretion Filtrate (Mucin), this essence protects the skin from moisture loss while keeping the skin texture smooth and healthy. This essence is created from nutritious, low-stimulation filtered snail mucin in order to keep your skin moisturized all day while bringing back your skin’s vitality. The filtered snail mucin replenishes and revitalizes nutrients with looking healthy skin.'

• Suitable for all skin types 
• Size: 100ml 

Ingredients 

Snail Secretion Filtrate, Betaine, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Arginine, Allantoin, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol

• Only contains 10 ingredients 
• This essence is formulated with 96% snail secretion filtrate
• Has no fragrance or colouring

Texture 

• Has a slimy, slippery texture 
• Has more of a serum consistency than essence 
• The essence absorbs relatively quickly into the skin and is very lightweight. 

How to use

1. Wash and tone face 
2. Apply appropriate amount (1-2 pumps) onto palm and spread out onto face with a tapping / patting motion until absorbed 

Pro

• Provides extra hydration to skin 
• Makes skin feel soft, supple and smooth 
• Soothes and calms skin
• Does not leave sticky residue on face 
• No scent - perfect for people with sensitive skin 
• Doesn't clog up pores 

Con 

• Does not lighten or help fade acne scars and hyper-pigmentation 
• Does not help with the prevention of breakouts
• Does not brighten skin 

Rating 

I would recommend this product to someone with dry skin who is looking for extra hydration and moisture. 

However, I do not recommend this for someone who is looking for a product to help with acne and the fading of dark spots and pigmentation. 

I will be giving this essence 2/5 stars as it doesn't have any effect on my skin except the only benefit of it being more supple and soft whenever I use it. 

Megan x

[Review] SECRET KEY Milk Brightening Toner

Hey guys, it's me again! I'm back today with a review on the Secret Key Milk Brightening Toner. 

I purchased mine on Yesstyle for approx. $15 AUD after reading all the great reviews the product had. 

I've been testing out this toner for 2+ months now and here's my personal opinion of it: 

• I personally use it 3 times / day and pour a coin size amount onto my palms in which I quickly pat into my skin. 

Description 

The toner is described to be a 'gentle skin toner that creates radiant skin, with its moisturising formula containing milk protein and yeast extracts that are designed to balance out oil and sebum.' 

It claims to be free of parabens, mineral oil, phenoxyethanol, penzophenon and animal oil. 

Size: 248ml

Ingredients 

Milk Protein Extract, Glycerine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Green Tea Extract, Soybean Extract, Tomato Berry/Stem/Leaf Extract, Raspberry Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Solanum Tuberosum (Potato) Pulp Extract, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Root Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Hydroxyethyl cellulose, Cucumber Extract, Pumpkin Extract, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Flower Extract, Disodium EDTA, Fragrance

Texture 

The toner has a milky texture just a bit thicker than water and comes out in a milky/cloudy white colour.

It absorbs quickly into the skin and is perfect for to layer over for the 7 skin method.

Pros 

• Very lightweight and absorbs quickly into the skin - perfect for 7 skin method 
• Softens skin once applied and makes the skin smooth 
• Provides moisture to skin 
• Brightens skin tone & complexion 
• Gentle & doesn't irritate skin
• Refreshing on the skin 
• Does not leave a sticky feeling on skin 
• Sold at an affordable price and comes in a big bottle of 248ml

Cons 

• Has a slightly floral / 'grandma' fragrance - I personally dislike the scent at first but overtime I got used to it. 

Rating

The Milk Brightening Toner is definitely worth its price and really softens and soothes the skin. 

I definitely recommend this product for anyone who is looking for a moisturising toner to layer as well as to brighten the skin tone.