Coxir reached out to me for a collaboration some time back. The brand prides itself on using mild, plant-based ingredients resulting in minimal but highly efficacious formulas that leave skin healthy and balanced.
Having a solution for every skin type, the brand boasts a diverse range of affordable, high-quality skin care lines that target specific needs. All of Coxir’s products are 100% made in Korea, including its bestselling Black Snail Collagen Toner, Ultra Hyaluronic Ampoule and Vita C Bright Serum.
Under the same manufacturer, Noksibcho, as Coxir, is The Skin House which carefully selects natural ingredients to ensure the high quality of its products. The Korean brand boasts a wide range of affordable skin care items that specifically brighten, moisturize and soothe skin, as well as smooth fine lines. Their bestselling items are the Wrinkle Collagen Ampoule, Real Snail Wrinkle Free and Homme Innofect Control All-In-One Soother.
Noksibcho also manufactures XYCOS, which is a clean and cruelty-free brand, formulated with super ingredients such as stem cell culture media, adenosine, niacinamide and ceramide to improve younger, better-looking skin without any harm.
I received Coxir Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil, The Skin House Vita Snail First Essence, Xycos Cica Green Serum and The Skin House Vita Snail Cream.
Coxir Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil contains the power of Hyaluronic Acid, Camellia Oil, Rose Hip Oil, Canola Oil and Aloe Vera to dissolve makeup and impurities while deeply hydrates the skin.
How To Use :
1) Dispense cleansing oil on dry palms
2) Gently spread and massage over dry face until oil changes from clear to white
3) Rinse thoroughly with warm water and pat dry skin
Tip : Can be used as both first and second cleanser
The 150ml cleansing oil comes in a clear pump bottle with clear contents without much scent, which felt gentle and mild. Initially, I was worried that the runny texture may be too lightweight to be an effective make-up remover, as most cleansing oils in the market have a denser and greasy texture but I was surprised by its effectiveness.
With 2 - 3 pumps, Coxir Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil cleanses off my sunscreen and light makeup easily, without any irritation to my eyes although some eyeliner remnants still require a cotton bud to cleanse off.
The cleansing oil doesn't feel oily, greasy or sticky. It just emulsify with added water and take away all the makeup, leaving my skin clean, clear, soft and smooth without any drying after-feel.
If you have oily skin and don't fancy oily texture, then you can consider trying Coxir Cleansing Oil. This fresh and moisturizing cleansing oil removes dirt from environment as well as blackheads and sebum inside pores.
There is no animal testing involved, no silicones, no parabens and no mineral oil in the formula.
Overall, it had been a pleasant experience using Coxir Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil as a make-up remover. With almost 1 month of regular usage, I managed to deplete 50% of contents. It is also one of my Top 22 Empties I Loved in 2022!
The key ingredients are...
Sodium Hyaluronate : One of the best moisturizing ingredients, hyaluronic acid attracts water into the upper layer of the skin and acts as a sponge to attract and retain skin’s water content. Fun fact: HA can bind 1000 times its own weight in water!
Green Tea Extract : Backed by research, green tea extract is a powerful antioxidant with anti-aging and replenishing benefits when applied topically to skin. The polyphenols – natural compounds that have health benefits – in green tea have been shown to improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin and increase moisture levels in skin with consistent usage.
Olive Oil : Natural exfoliant for face
Rosehip Oil : Keeps cell walls strong so that they don't lose water
The Skin House Vita Snail First Essence offers gentle exfoliation, improves skin elasticity and keeps the skin hydrated. Contains 95% of snail secretion filtrate to nourish the skin for a firming finish. Refreshes and smoothens skin and effectively prepares the next skincare routine. With Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate to gently remove the dead skin cells and provide smoother skin in a natural way.
How To Use :
1) After cleansing, wet a cotton pad with enough first essence and apply it on your face
2) Apply it softly from the center part of your face to the outer part along the skin texture
3) Pat your face to be absorbed completely
At 150ml, The Skin House Vita Snail First Essence comes in a bright happy orange coloured clear bottle. The contents are clear and runny, which makes it great for misting as well.
There was a subtle citrus odd scent which I don't fancy but bearable and the scent was milder after almost 50% used up. It is refreshing, non-greasy and non-sticky.
Vita Snail First Essence feels lightweight, absorbs fast and layers well with other products, with a hint of exfoliation.
When I swipe it across face with cotton pads, my skin looked brighter, especially when I have not exfoliate for days. I also decant it for misting at times, due to the runny contents but it can mildly irritate the eyes, so its not recommended for those with sensitive eyes.
However, using it as a lotion mask where I pour the essence on thin cotton pads and layer on face, it didn't help to provide more hydration or any brightening effects to skin.
Since Vita Snail First Essence has light exfoliation properties, it is best used with cotton pads to clear away dead skin cells after cleansing. However, if you think it may be drying or having dehydrated skin days, then use it like a mist which is gentler for the skin.
Overall, the product has good ingredients and is a nicely formulated product to clear dead skin cells, as a mid-day refresher or for layering between products. My skin looked brighter at times too.
The key ingredients are...
Snail Secretion : Has the effect of healing and reduces fine wrinkle lines with moisturizing benefits
Vitamin B, C and E : Prevents skin aging, gives skin elasticity and keeps skin moisturized
Collagen : Naturally removes old skin cells softly and provides smoother skin
Hyaluronic Acid : Intensively hydrates and moisturizes the skin
Xycos Cica Green Serum smoothens and firms up skin with Cica, Spirulina and Avocado extracts as they worked together to soothe pores, acne and blemishes while offering moisture boost up to skin. Vegan and suitable for sensitive skin.
How To Use :
1) Apply an appropriate amount onto face
2) Give a gentle rolling massage for absorption
3) Add 1 more layer to areas of concern
Xycos Cica Green Serum is housed in a 50ml amber-coloured plastic bottle with a pump dispenser. With a lightweight clear gel texture, it has a calming and soothing sensation with a subtle lovely scent.
The smooth consistency applies well and absorbs fast, leaving my skin soft, smooth and supple. I have been using this for about 3 weeks but yet to see any difference to open pores or firming but I believe this takes awhile for results to manifest.
Overall, I like the ingredients and its inclusion of peptides which makes it a good anti-aging product. My skin is soft, smooth and supple. Hopefully, I will see more results with continuous use.
Note that this product contains alcohol listed as the 8th ingredient, in case you are sensitive to it.
The key ingredients are...
Glycoproteins : Peptides are short chains of amino acids that become the building blocks of skin protein, helping improve skin’s texture, tone and elasticity.
Green Tea Extract : Backed by research, green tea extract is a powerful antioxidant with anti-aging and replenishing benefits when applied topically to skin. The polyphenols – natural compounds that have health benefits – in green tea have been shown to improve the appearance of sun-damaged skin and increase moisture levels in skin with consistent usage.
Ceramide : A naturally-occurring component of the skin barrier, ceramides are lipids (fat molecules) that help retain and replenish moisture in the outer layers of the skin.
Gotu Kola, Witch Hazel Extract : Antioxidants are naturally occurring vitamins and minerals that protect your skin against molecules in the environment that cause damage, such as environmental pollutants and UV rays.
The Skin House Vita Snail Cream brightens, firms and lifts skin. It contains an abundant vitamin fruits and niacinamide to help brighten skin.
If your skin is thirsty for some serious hydration, The Skin House Vita Snail Cream is for you! Apart from Snail Secretion Filtrate, it’s also packed with skin-loving ingredients like hydrolyzed Collagen, Centella Asiatica Extract, Adenosine and Citrus Extract to nourish the skin and boost its elasticity.
The product does not contain Paraben, Propylene Glycol, Silicone, Mineral Oil, Ethanolamines, Sulfate, Artificial Fragrance and Colour.
How To Use :
1) After cleansing, take an adequate amount of product and spread softly on skin
2) Let vitamin capsules absorb fully onto skin
Tip : Apply product on face and pat cream until it is absorbed. The web tension massage minimizes fine lines on skin.
Skin House Vita Snail Cream has the same bright happy orange vibe as Vita Snail First Essence. The 50ml tub contains a tiny spatula which doesn't render much help as the texture of the snail cream is slimy, slippery and stretchy so it can get alittle messy during application, with its long drippy strands of snail mucin getting into my lips, onto my eyelashes or onto the floor at times.
A simple hack is to slide the cream all around the face, without ever trying to pull away your fingers until the cream is absorbed into the skin.
There is a subtle odd orange scent and the slimy cream contains tiny vitamin-concentrated capsules that burst after massaging on skin, leaving a cooling sensation in its place.
The snail cream took awhile to be absorbed into skin and once it did, it left my face feeling soft and smooth. I tried using a tiny amount on the undereye but it proved to be too rich, with a tiny red spot the following morning which thankfully disappeared after 3 days.
The Skin House Vita Snail Cream hydrates and calms down redness yet it stings slightly on dehydrated patches. I like to use this when my skin is rough and dry as it replenishes the moisture back into my skin, however, I really need to get used to its slimy texture which can be messy at times.
Overall, this product hydrates and calms down redness and left my skin soft and smooth but I am not a fan of its slimy texture.
The key ingredients are...
Snail Mucin : Helps protect skin from moisture loss and blemishes
Collagen : Diminishes fine lines and helps in firming and lifting
Adenosine : Nourishes skin and minimizes fine lines
Conclusion
To conclude, using Coxir Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil, The Skin House Vita Snail First Essence, Xycos Cica Green Serum and The Skin House Vita Snail Cream in the same routine for the past 3 - 4 weeks has been a nice experience.
Ultra Hyaluronic Cleansing Oil is gentle and effective and would suit most skin types. Vita Snail First Essence has a lightweight texture with subtle exfoliating benefits where you can use on cotton pads or in a mist, depending on your skin's condition.
Cica Green Serum contains peptides and would make a great anti-aging product while Vita Snail Cream helps in hydration and calming redness.
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