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COSRX Advanced Snail Peptide Eye Cream - 25ml

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5 evidence-backed actives · Snail mucin, Vitamin B3, Allantoin, Pro-vitamin B5, Hyaluronic Acid (salt form)
Free from · fragrance, sulfate surfactants, drying alcohols, parabens and silicones by the decoded label

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An eye cream by COSRX. The label lists 21 ingredients, led by Snail mucin, Vitamin B3 and Allantoin. View details

Ingredient breakdown

The full record for every linked ingredient — identifiers, every recorded function, sources, and the provenance of each figure.

Label captured · 21 of 23 parsed · 21 of 21 explained

The full record for each of the 21 linked ingredients — identifiers, every recorded function, sources, and where each figure came from.

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Snail Secretion FiltrateSnail mucin
INCI name
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Korean name
달팽이점액여과물
Recorded CosIng functions
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
limited (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
The Effects of Filtrate of the Secretion of the Cryptomphalus Aspersa on Photoaged Skin · randomized controlled study
Efficacy and safety of a facial serum containing snail secretion filtrate, Calendula officinalis, and Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract in the treatment of maskne: A randomized placebo-controlled study · randomized controlled study
Snail extract for skin: A review of uses, projections, and limitations · review
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Butylene Glycol
INCI name
Butylene Glycol
As printed on the label
Butylene Glycol
Korean name
부틸렌글라이콜
Recorded CosIng functions
fragrance — adds scent
humectant — draws moisture into the skin
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
solvent — dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
viscosity controlling — adjusts how thick or thin the product feels
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Final report on the safety assessment of Butylene Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, and Dipropylene Glycol — U.S. EPA HERO · peer-reviewed safety assessment record
Dipropylene Glycol and related glycols — Cosmetics Info · industry ingredient reference
1,3-Butanediol — PubChem Compound Summary · government scientific reference
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Glycerin
INCI name
Glycerin
As printed on the label
Glycerin
Korean name
글리세린
Recorded CosIng functions
denaturant — makes alcohol undrinkable without changing its cosmetic use
hair conditioning — leaves hair feeling smoother and easier to manage
humectant — draws moisture into the skin
oral care — is listed in CosIng as an oral-care agent (mouth or teeth products)
perfuming — adds scent
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
skin protecting — is listed in CosIng as a skin-protecting agent
solvent — dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
viscosity controlling — adjusts how thick or thin the product feels
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
0/5 · Fulton 1989 (J. Soc. Cosmet. Chem. 40:321); Kligman & Mills 1972; acne.org compiled tables · ingredient-level published ratingAn older, contested scale — not a prediction of breakouts.
Sources
Glycerin — COSMILE Europe · European cosmetic ingredient database
Is endogenous glycerol a determinant of stratum corneum hydration in humans? - Fluhr et al., Br J Dermatol 2005 (PubMed) · clinical study
Glycerol and the skin: holistic approach to its origin and functions - Fluhr, Darlenski & Surber, Br J Dermatol 2008 · clinical review
Glycerol - WHO Model List of Essential Medicines (eEML) · regulatory reference
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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1,2-Hexanediol
INCI name
1,2-Hexanediol
As printed on the label
1,2-Hexanediol
Korean name
1,2-헥산다이올
Recorded CosIng functions
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
solvent — dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of 1,2-Glycols as Used in Cosmetics — Cosmetic Ingredient Review · peer-reviewed safety assessment
Synergistic/antagonistic antimicrobial effects of cosmetic ingredients in combination with 1,2-hexanediol · in vitro study
In vitro study to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of various multifunctional cosmetic ingredients and chlorphenesin on bacterial species at risk in the cosmetic industry · in vitro study
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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NiacinamideVitamin B3
INCI name
Niacinamide
As printed on the label
Niacinamide
Korean name
나이아신아마이드
Recorded CosIng functions
smoothing — helps skin or hair feel smoother
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
0/5 · Fulton 1989 (J. Soc. Cosmet. Chem. 40:321); Kligman & Mills 1972; acne.org compiled tables · ingredient-level published ratingAn older, contested scale — not a prediction of breakouts.
Sources
Mechanistic Basis and Clinical Evidence for the Applications of Nicotinamide (Niacinamide) to Control Skin Aging and Pigmentation (PMC) — synthesizes the Hakozaki 8-week pigmentation trial, ceramide/barrier data, and rosacea findings · clinical review
Draelos ZD, Matsubara A, Smiles K. The effect of 2% niacinamide on facial sebum production. J Cosmet Laser Ther. 2006;8(2):96-101 (PubMed) · clinical trial
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Water
INCI name
Water
As printed on the label
Water
Korean name
물, 미네랄워터, 빙하수, 정제수, 탄산수
Recorded CosIng functions
antiplaque — is listed in CosIng as an antiplaque agent (oral care)
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
solvent — dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Water — Cosmetics Info · industry ingredient reference
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Guidelines/Inspection Checklist for Cosmetics — U.S. FDA · regulatory guidance
Microbiological Safety and Cosmetics — U.S. FDA · regulatory guidance
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Palmitic Acid
INCI name
Palmitic Acid
As printed on the label
Palmitic Acid
Korean name
팔미틱애씨드
Recorded CosIng functions
skin conditioning - emollient — softens and smooths the skin
surfactant - emulsifying — keeps oil and water blended together
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
limited (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
2/5 · Fulton 1989 (J. Soc. Cosmet. Chem. 40:321); Kligman & Mills 1972; acne.org compiled tables · ingredient-level published ratingAn older, contested scale — not a prediction of breakouts.
Sources
Palmitic Acid — COSMILE Europe · European cosmetic ingredient database
Lipid-dependent growth of Malassezia spp. in defined medium with single fatty acids (Liebregts et al., FEMS Yeast Research 2025) · peer-reviewed study
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Arginine
INCI name
Arginine
As printed on the label
Arginine
Korean name
아르지닌, 알지닌
Recorded CosIng functions
antistatic — is listed in CosIng as an antistatic agent (static control, mostly in hair products)
fragrance — adds scent
hair conditioning — leaves hair feeling smoother and easier to manage
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of α-Amino Acids as Used in Cosmetics · peer-reviewed safety assessment
Safety Assessment of Amino Acid Alkyl Amides as Used in Cosmetics · peer-reviewed safety assessment
Arginine — PubChem Compound Summary · government scientific reference
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Carbomer
INCI name
Carbomer
As printed on the label
Carbomer
Korean name
카보머
Recorded CosIng functions
emulsion stabilising — keeps an oil-water mixture from separating over time
gel forming — thickens a liquid into a gel texture
viscosity controlling — adjusts how thick or thin the product feels
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
0/5 · Fulton 1989 (J. Soc. Cosmet. Chem. 40:321); Kligman & Mills 1972; acne.org compiled tables · ingredient-level published ratingAn older, contested scale — not a prediction of breakouts.
Sources
Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Carbomers-934, -910, -934P, -940, -941, and -962 · peer-reviewed safety assessment
CIR Report Data Sheet: Safety Assessment of Acrylates Copolymers as Used in Cosmetics · expert safety assessment
Carbomer — PubChem Compound Summary · government scientific reference
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Stearic Acid
INCI name
Stearic Acid
As printed on the label
Stearic Acid
Korean name
스테아릭애씨드
Recorded CosIng functions
cleansing — helps remove dirt and oil
emulsion stabilising — keeps an oil-water mixture from separating over time
fragrance — adds scent
refatting — restores an oily feel to skin or hair after cleansing strips it
surfactant - cleansing — helps remove dirt and oil
surfactant - emulsifying — keeps oil and water blended together
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
limited (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
2/5 · Fulton 1989 (J. Soc. Cosmet. Chem. 40:321); Kligman & Mills 1972; acne.org compiled tables · ingredient-level published ratingAn older, contested scale — not a prediction of breakouts.
Sources
Stearic Acid - COSMILE Europe · ingredient database
Lipid-dependent growth of Malassezia spp. in defined medium with single fatty acids (PMC) — confirms M. pachydermatis grows on stearic acid (C18:0), among C12-C24 saturated fatty acids tested · clinical review
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Betaine
INCI name
Betaine
As printed on the label
Betaine
Korean name
베타인
Recorded CosIng functions
antistatic — is listed in CosIng as an antistatic agent (static control, mostly in hair products)
hair conditioning — leaves hair feeling smoother and easier to manage
humectant — draws moisture into the skin
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
viscosity controlling — adjusts how thick or thin the product feels
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
limited (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of Alkyl Betaines as Used in Cosmetics - Cosmetic Ingredient Review · safety assessment
Organic osmolytes increase expression of specific tight junction proteins in skin and alter barrier function in keratinocytes · laboratory study
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Cetearyl Olivate
INCI name
Cetearyl Olivate
As printed on the label
Cetearyl Olivate
Korean name
세테아릴올리베이트
Recorded CosIng functions
hair conditioning — leaves hair feeling smoother and easier to manage
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics · Peer-reviewed Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Sorbitan Olivate
INCI name
Sorbitan Olivate
As printed on the label
Sorbitan Olivate
Korean name
소르비탄올리베이트, 솔비탄올리베이트
Recorded CosIng functions
surfactant - emulsifying — keeps oil and water blended together
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of Sorbitan Esters as Used in Cosmetics · Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
Final report on the safety assessment of sorbitan esters · Peer-reviewed safety assessment
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Sodium Polyacrylate
INCI name
Sodium Polyacrylate
As printed on the label
Sodium Polyacrylate
Korean name
소듐폴리아크릴레이트
Recorded CosIng functions
absorbent
binding — holds a product's ingredients together
emulsion stabilising — keeps an oil-water mixture from separating over time
film forming — leaves a thin film on skin or hair after it dries
hair fixing — holds a hairstyle in place
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
skin conditioning - emollient — softens and smooths the skin
viscosity controlling — adjusts how thick or thin the product feels
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Final report on the safety assessment of Ammonium Polyacrylate, Potassium Polyacrylate, Sodium Polyacrylate, and related polymers · Peer-reviewed Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
Amended Safety Assessment of Acrylates Copolymers as Used in Cosmetics · FDA-hosted Cosmetic Ingredient Review assessment
Sodium polyacrylate compound record · NIH chemical database
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Allantoin
INCI name
Allantoin
As printed on the label
Allantoin
Korean name
알란토인
Recorded CosIng functions
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
skin protecting — is listed in CosIng as a skin-protecting agent
soothing — helps calm skin discomfort or irritation
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Allantoin (CID 204) · reference
OTC Monograph M016: Skin Protectant Drug Products for Over-the-Counter Human Use (allantoin 0.5-2% listed as a skin-protectant active) - FDA · regulatory
Profile of wound healing process induced by allantoin (PubMed) · research study
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Tocopheryl Acetate
INCI name
Tocopheryl Acetate
As printed on the label
Tocopheryl Acetate
Korean name
토코페릴아세테이트
Recorded CosIng functions
antioxidant — slows oxidation that can degrade a formula
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
limited (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Vitamin E in dermatology · peer-reviewed review
Allergic contact dermatitis from vitamin E · case report
Safety Assessment of Tocopherols and Tocotrienols as Used in Cosmetics · Cosmetic Ingredient Review safety assessment
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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PanthenolPro-vitamin B5
INCI name
Panthenol
As printed on the label
Panthenol
Korean name
판테놀
Recorded CosIng functions
antistatic — is listed in CosIng as an antistatic agent (static control, mostly in hair products)
hair conditioning — leaves hair feeling smoother and easier to manage
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
0/5 · Fulton 1989 (J. Soc. Cosmet. Chem. 40:321); Kligman & Mills 1972; acne.org compiled tables · ingredient-level published ratingAn older, contested scale — not a prediction of breakouts.
Sources
Panthenol - COSMILE Europe · ingredient database
Dexpanthenol in Wound Healing after Medical and Cosmetic Interventions (Postprocedure Wound Healing) - PMC · peer-reviewed review
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic Acid (salt form)
INCI name
Sodium Hyaluronate
As printed on the label
Sodium Hyaluronate
Korean name
소듐하이알루로네이트
Recorded CosIng functions
humectant — draws moisture into the skin
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
0/5 · Fulton 1989 (J. Soc. Cosmet. Chem. 40:321); Kligman & Mills 1972; acne.org compiled tables · ingredient-level published ratingAn older, contested scale — not a prediction of breakouts.
Sources
Sodium Hyaluronate — COSMILE Europe · European cosmetic ingredient database
Hyaluronic Acid in Topical Applications: The Various Forms and Biological Effects of a Hero Molecule in the Cosmetics Industry (PMC) · clinical review
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Adenosine
INCI name
Adenosine
As printed on the label
Adenosine
Korean name
아데노신
Recorded CosIng functions
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
moderate (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of Adenosine as Used in Cosmetics · peer-reviewed safety assessment
Evaluation of anti-wrinkle efficacy of adenosine-containing products using the FOITS technique · randomized placebo-controlled study
Formulation, characterization, and efficacy of an adenosine-containing dissolvable film for a localized anti-wrinkle effect · randomized placebo-controlled study
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Xanthan Gum
INCI name
Xanthan Gum
As printed on the label
Xanthan Gum
Korean name
잔탄검
Recorded CosIng functions
binding — holds a product's ingredients together
emulsion stabilising — keeps an oil-water mixture from separating over time
gel forming — thickens a liquid into a gel texture
skin conditioning — leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
surfactant - cleansing — helps remove dirt and oil
surfactant - emulsifying — keeps oil and water blended together
viscosity controlling — adjusts how thick or thin the product feels
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
strong (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
Not yet reviewed
Sources
Safety Assessment of Microbial Polysaccharide Gums as Used in Cosmetics — Cosmetic Ingredient Review · expert safety assessment
Introduction to Cosmetic Emulsions and Emulsification — International Federation of Societies of Cosmetic Chemists · scientific monograph
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Myristic Acid
INCI name
Myristic Acid
As printed on the label
Myristic Acid
Korean name
미리스틱애씨드
Recorded CosIng functions
cleansing — helps remove dirt and oil
perfuming — adds scent
surfactant - emulsifying — keeps oil and water blended together
Legacy overall grade — not claim-specific
limited (unreviewed legacy record)
Breakout context
3/5 · Fulton 1989 (J. Soc. Cosmet. Chem. 40:321); Kligman & Mills 1972; acne.org compiled tables · ingredient-level published ratingAn older, contested scale — not a prediction of breakouts.
Sources
Myristic Acid — COSMILE Europe · European cosmetic ingredient database
Lipid-dependent growth of Malassezia spp. in defined medium with single fatty acids (Liebregts et al., FEMS Yeast Research 2025) · peer-reviewed study
Record reviewed
researched · 2026-07-31
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Safety & cautions

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