COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence ($19, originally $25)
The star ingredient in this essence is snail mucin, a sticky substance produced by snails that's great for quenching dry skin. The texture is lightweight, with a cooling gel texture that's both non-greasy and non-sticky. Its comfortable application is just one of the reasons tens of thousands of shoppers have rated it five stars, calling it "transformative" and "magic for your skin." Learn more by checking out our COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence review.
Editor Quote: "It's been months since I started using the essence daily. I use it after cleansing and before applying moisturizer, and I am a complete convert. Though I was worried the additional skin-care step would clog my pores over time, leading to pimples and what have you, my skin's texture has actually improved, and it feels way more even now. The hydration payoff is also huge, and I feel like it actually helps my moisturizer work better, too. For a while, I had been feeling as though the cream would just sit atop my skin after application, and now I feel like it's actually penetrating through and sinking in. Best of all, I finally feel close to glazed doughnut status." — Kelsey Garcia, lifestyle director
