Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum vs COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
A side-by-side comparison of two Korean serums — ingredients, skin-type fit, size and live UK prices — to help you decide which to buy.
Anua
Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum
From £15.97
+£3.85 delivery · free over £50
UK stock · £22.90 at MOIDA+£3.90 delivery · free over £30
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COSRX
Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
From £22.39
+£3.95 delivery · free over £25
UK stock · £24.00 at MOIDA+£3.90 delivery · free over £30
Out of stock at YesStyle — showing the next best price.
Compare all prices| Price (from) | £15.97 | £22.39 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Serums | Serums |
| Key ingredient | Niacinamide + Tranexamic Acid | Snail Secretion Filtrate |
| Best for | oily, combination, dull, normal | dry, normal, combination |
| Targets | brightening, pores, oil-control, acne | hydration, texture |
| Size | 30ml | 100ml |
| Rating | 4.8 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
Which should you choose?
Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum centres on Niacinamide + Tranexamic Acid, while COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence leads with Snail Secretion Filtrate. Both work for combination, normal skin, so it often comes down to texture, price and the active you want to prioritise. On price, Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum is currently the better value — but prices change daily, so check both below.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum and COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence?
Both are Korean serums. Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum is built around Niacinamide + Tranexamic Acid, while COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence leads with Snail Secretion Filtrate. Both suit combination, normal skin.
Which is cheaper, Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum or COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence?
Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum is currently the cheaper of the two at around £15.97. We check both prices daily across the UK retailers we compare, and each one shows when it was last checked.
Can I use Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum and COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence together?
In most routines you can layer different product types, but two products of the same step (e.g. two serums) are usually used as alternatives rather than together. Patch-test new actives and introduce one at a time.
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