COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence vs SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule
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.
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.
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SKIN1004
Madagascar Centella Ampoule
From £12.01
+£3.85 delivery · free over £50
UK stock · £25.00 at MOIDA+£3.90 delivery · free over £30
Compare all prices| Price (from) | £22.39 | £12.01 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Serums | Serums |
| Key ingredient | Snail Secretion Filtrate | Centella Asiatica 100% |
| Best for | dry, normal, combination | sensitive, dry, normal, combination |
| Targets | hydration, texture | soothing, redness, repair |
| Size | 100ml | 100ml |
Which should you choose?
COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence centres on Snail Secretion Filtrate, while SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule leads with Centella Asiatica 100%. Both work for dry, normal, combination skin, so it often comes down to texture, price and the active you want to prioritise. On price, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule is currently the better value — but prices change daily, so check both below.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence and SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule?
Both are Korean serums. COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is built around Snail Secretion Filtrate, while SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule leads with Centella Asiatica 100%. Both suit dry, normal, combination skin.
Which is cheaper, COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence or SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule?
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule is currently the cheaper of the two at around £12.01. We check both prices daily across the UK retailers we compare, and each one shows when it was last checked.
Can I use COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence and SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule 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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