COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin Glass Glow Hydrogel Mask for acne-prone skin
Snail Secretion Filtrate
Collagen
GlycerinAverage
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for acne-prone skin; other nourishing masks fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with acne-prone skin: breakouts, blackheads, and post-acne marks. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate hydration and soothing benefits for your combination skin, as Snail Secretion Filtrate and Glycerin provide humectant action and support barrier repair. Hyaluronic acid and Allantoin further hydrate and calm the skin, addressing general dryness and redness associated with breakouts.
- The formula is generally safe for your combination skin, with no harsh ingredients and the inclusion of soothing agents like Snail Secretion Filtrate and Allantoin to minimize irritation.
- While it provides good hydration and soothing effects for your acne and blemishes, its primary function is nourishment rather than targeted acne treatment.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your PM routine. Start using your sheet mask 3 times a week, and build up to daily use if your skin likes it.
- Apply your sheet mask after cleansing and toning, but before putting on your moisturizer. Relax with it on for ten to fifteen minutes.
- Take the sheet mask out and gently smooth it over your face so it fits well. Pat any leftover essence into your skin without rubbing.
- Put the sheet mask on clean and dry skin for the best comfort. This helps your pores take in all the good ingredients.
- Avoid getting the product too close to your sensitive eye area. Do a small patch test before your very first use to stay safe.
People Say
★4.4Overall rating based on 2.6k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, users consistently report that this mask delivers on its "glass skin" promise, leaving the complexion deeply hydrated, plump, and radiant as the unique hydrogel sheet turns transparent. It is highly praised for its soothing and moisturizing capabilities, especially for dry or sensitive skin, though some users find the long application time and slippery texture inconvenient.
Highlights
Glass skin glow Mostly Mentioned
- “woke up with glass-like glow”
- “skin looks radiant and dewy”
- “gave me that glazed donut look”
- “noticeable brightness next morning”
Deep hydration Often Mentioned
- “skin felt plump and bouncy”
- “deeply moisturizes without grease”
- “erased my dry patches”
- “hydration lasted for days”
Long application time Often Mentioned
- “hard to find 3 hours to wear it”
- “takes too long to absorb”
- “who has time for this during the day”
- “tedious to wait for transparency”
Excellent adhesion Sometimes Noted
- “stuck down beautifully”
- “didn't slide around”
- “fits the face contours well”
- “stayed on while I did chores”
Soothing & cooling Sometimes Noted
- “instantly cooled my face”
- “calmed my redness down”
- “soothing on sensitive skin”
- “great for post-sun care”
Unique absorption indicator Sometimes Noted
- “satisfying to watch it turn clear”
- “turns transparent like rice noodles”
- “cool to see it disappear into skin”
- “know exactly when it's done”
High price point Sometimes Noted
- “too expensive for daily use”
- “wish it was cheaper”
- “pricey for a single use”
- “good but hurts the wallet”
Sleep discomfort Sometimes Noted
- “uncomfortable for side sleepers”
- “rubbed off on my pillow”
- “woke up with it in my hair”
- “can't move much while sleeping”
Slippery texture Sometimes Noted
- “very slippery at first”
- “hard to unfold without dropping”
- “slid down my face initially”
- “slimy texture is messy”
Variable results Rarely Noted
- “didn't see a huge difference”
- “dried out my skin slightly”
- “glow didn't last long”
- “not worth the hype”
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Questions and answers
How well does COSRX Hydrogel Mask work for acne-prone skin?
COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin Glass Glow Hydrogel Mask works moderately well for acne-prone skin, providing gentle hydration and calming redness without targeted acne treatment. To fit this skin better, a product needs soothing ingredients like niacinamide, retinol, or centella asiatica that actively address blemishes and breakouts while keeping the skin balanced.
Which ingredients make this mask a good fit for acne-prone skin?
Snail Secretion Filtrate, glycerin, allantoin, and hyaluronic acid make this mask a good fit because they provide moisture and help calm redness and dryness from breakouts. A nourishing mask for acne-prone skin needs soothing ingredients like niacinamide or Centella Asiatica that target breakouts directly without irritation.
What does Snail Secretion Filtrate do for acne-prone skin?
Snail Secretion Filtrate helps calm acne-prone skin and reduces breakouts when you have blemishes or maskne. It has a great safety profile and is unlikely to cause irritation while supporting clearer skin.
What does Collagen do for acne-prone skin?
Collagen does not directly target breakouts, but it helps keep dry or aging acne-prone skin soft and hydrated without clogging pores. Because this skin type often needs lightweight moisture and soothing care, a product of this type needs non-greasy hydrators and calming ingredients to support clear skin.
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Where does this mask go in a skincare routine for acne-prone skin?
This mask works for acne-prone skin, though other products fit it better, and acne-prone skin needs a nourishing mask that provides moderate hydration, soothing benefits, and ingredients like Snail Secretion Filtrate and Glycerin.
Can I use this mask with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this mask in the same routine with retinol by applying it after your retinol treatment to help soothe and hydrate your skin. This mask is generally safe to use because it lacks harsh ingredients and includes calming agents like Snail Secretion Filtrate and Allantoin to minimize irritation. However, since this skin type needs targeted blemish control, acne-prone skin ultimately does better with a product providing active breakout-fighting ingredients.
How often should I use this mask?
You can use this nourishing mask weekly as an extra step to help hydrate and calm your skin, though acne-prone skin needs products with targeted acne-fighting ingredients to properly manage breakouts.
Can this mask clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for acne-prone skin?
This mask is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for acne-prone skin, as it contains no harsh ingredients and features soothing agents to minimize irritation. While it provides good hydration and calming effects for blemishes, its primary focus is deep nourishment rather than targeted acne treatment. To truly clear acne-prone skin, a product of this type needs acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide alongside its soothing and hydrating benefits.
Is this mask fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017A facial serum containing snail secretion filtrate, Calendula officinalis, and Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract significantly reduced inflammatory acne lesions compared to placebo in 66 participants with mild-to-moderate maskne over 12 weeks.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Cruelty-free extracted snail slime promotes fibroblast viability, triggers recovery through Erk protein activation, reduces cyclooxygenase-2 expression, and increases angiopoietin 1 gene expression and collagen I release in skin cell populations.
Molecules, 2023Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022HelixComplex snail mucus protected human keratinocytes and reconstructed human epidermis models from ozone-induced oxidative damage and pro-inflammatory response following exposure to 0.5 ppm ozone for 2 hours.
PloS One, 2020Topical treatment with Snail Secretion Filtrate significantly improves the speed and percentage of wound area closure, enhances proliferation and tissue remodeling, and reduces inflammation in a full-thickness excisional wound model in mice compared to untreated controls.
Veterinary Sciences, 2021Topical application of 48% and 96% snail mucus increases angiogenesis during wound healing in Wistar rat skin compared to lower concentrations and control.
F1000Research, 2021Topical application of TAC/Collagen postbiotics gel improved skin moisture score and inflammation index, and reduced porphyrins and brown spots in 20 volunteers with acne vulgaris.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical collagen tripeptide application improved skin wrinkles, elasticity, and density while reducing advanced glycated end products in 22 Asian women over 4 weeks.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2022Marine collagen extracted from Greenland halibut skin showed a non-cytotoxic effect on fibroblast cells and provided a slight skin hydration effect when incorporated into cosmetic hydrogel formulations at dosages of 0.1, 0.25, and 0.5% in 23 healthy volunteers.
Marine Drugs, 2023The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012
Why other nourishing masks fit acne-prone skin better
Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.
Molecules, 2023
Ingredients
Snail Secretion Filtrate, Collagen, Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine, Allantoin, Panthenol, Hyaluronic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium Edta
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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