COSRX: The Skincare Game-Changer

1. COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream

Overview

This cream is a rich, hydrating moisturizer designed to deeply replenish moisture in the skin. It is ideal for anyone dealing with dryness or dullness. The hero ingredient here is hyaluronic acid, known for holding up to 1,000 times its weight in water, which makes it a powerful hydrating agent.

How to Apply

• After cleansing and toning, take a small amount of the cream.
• Gently apply it to your face and neck in upward, circular motions.
• You can use it both day and night, depending on how much hydration your skin needs.
• For extra moisture, apply a hydrating toner or essence before using the cream.

When to Use

• Morning: Use it as your final step before applying sunscreen to lock in moisture throughout the day.
• Night: As part of your nighttime skincare routine, it works overnight to hydrate and repair your skin.

Who Should Use It?

• Best for dry skin types, or anyone experiencing tightness or flakiness.
• Those with normal skin types can also benefit from this cream, especially in drier, colder weather.
• If you live in a dry climate, this cream will help keep your skin moisturized.

Benefits

• Deeply hydrates and plumps the skin.
• Helps reduce the appearance of fine lines due to dehydration.
• Leaves skin feeling soft and smooth, without any greasiness.

2. COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All In One Cream

Overview

This is a lightweight, gel-like cream formulated with 92% snail mucin, which is known for its healing and regenerative properties. It’s a powerhouse in soothing irritated skin, improving texture, and enhancing skin barrier function.

How to Apply

• Use it after cleansing and toning. If you use serums or essences, apply them first, then follow with the Snail 92 Cream.
• Take a dime-sized amount and gently apply it all over your face and neck.
• Pat the product into the skin to help it absorb fully.
• This cream is also great for layering over lighter serums.

When to Use

• Morning and Night: It’s suitable for use in both your morning and night routines.
• It works especially well as a soothing agent if your skin is feeling irritated or sensitized.
• During the day, pair it with a sunscreen, especially if you’re using other active ingredients like retinol or acids.

Who Should Use It?

• All skin types can benefit, but it’s particularly great for people with sensitive, acne-prone, or combination skin.
• Those with redness or irritation will love how soothing this cream is.
• If you struggle with acne scars or hyperpigmentation, the snail mucin helps with healing and fading marks.

Benefits

• Helps to regenerate the skin and speed up healing, making it perfect for post-acne marks.
• Provides long-lasting hydration without a heavy feel.
• Soothes irritation and redness.
• Improves overall skin texture, making your skin look healthier and more radiant.

How to Incorporate Them Into a Routine

1. Cleanse: Start with a gentle cleanser to remove dirt and impurities.
2. Tone: Use a hydrating or soothing toner.
3. Serum/Essence: Apply any treatment products (like hyaluronic acid serums or snail mucin essences).
4. Moisturize: For daytime, you can use the COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream if you need heavier hydration. At night, you can apply either cream, depending on your skin’s needs.
5. Sun Protection: In the morning, always follow up with sunscreen after your moisturizer.

Which Cream Should You Choose?

• For deep hydration: Go for the Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream. It’s best suited if your main concern is dryness or you want plumper, more hydrated skin.
• For repair and soothing: The Snail 92 Cream is ideal if your skin needs calming, especially if it’s sensitive, irritated, or recovering from breakouts.

These creams are versatile, and either one can be a great addition to your skincare routine depending on your skin’s needs at any given time!