Snail mucin might sound sticky, but CosRx’s Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is anything but. “The texture is so fun (and surprisingly not tacky seconds after applying),” says Han. The viral K-beauty staple contains 96% snail secretion filtrate, a humectant-rich ingredient that helps calm irritation, fade post-acne marks, and support skin repair. Hyaluronic acid and allantoin add hydration and help reinforce the skin barrier. The result? “It gives my skin lots of glow and bounce,” Han says.
Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Capsule Cream
When it comes to Medicube’s PDRN Pink Collagen Capsule Cream, “the texture is the main event,” says Lee. Suspended in a bouncy gel, the tiny pink capsules resemble popping boba—firm at first, then melting seamlessly into skin as you rub them in. Inside is PDRN, or polydeoxyribonucleotide, which “refers to DNA fragments that are most commonly derived from salmon sperm DNA,” Jane Yoo, MD, a dual board-certified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon based in New York City, previously told Allure. The ingredient first gained buzz through injectable skin treatments popular in Korea, though research on the benefits of topical PDRN is still limited. Here, it’s paired with more tried-and-true ingredients, including collagen for firmer-looking skin, hyaluronic acid for hydration, and niacinamide to help brighten uneven tone.
Mediheal Collagen Ampoule Pads
