Skincare Dupes 2021! Cosrx Snail Mucin 96 Power Essence, Paula's Choice BHA, Tatcha Water Cream

[@gobbledygoook]

The Paula's choice 2% bha exfoliant is indeed on the pricier side, but if you use it smartly, it lasts a veery long time. Mine is already almost one year old and I haven't finished it yet. With 2 people using it regularly ( 2-3 times a week). So: don't put it on a cotton bud, just straight up on your face and blend it in. 2 drops cover the whole face

[@suzihazlove4979]

Plz delete lol Paula will see this, and change everything ....uggg

[@gobbledygoook]

@@suzihazlove4979 :)) Let's just hope they don't watch everything

[@Natasha_4]

UP! THIS! If you wash your face properly with your cleanser then there is no need to use a cotton pad for the toner (:

[@maridiyaibrahim8210]

Smart move

[@abeuchert]

Paula’s Choice 2% BHA is a HOLY grail for me. It is the only product that has transformed my pores and skin texture. IMO I would rather spend my skincare budget on this product and buy affordable cleaning balms, cleansers, and moisturizers. I’m serious, that product is my skincare weapon. I can’t go a night without it!

[@mizrelmizrel]

I agree, but I don't use it Every night ✌🏾

[@kaylan2083]

So true. I'd rather have a small ingredient list TBH. It does the job without a big list of extra things that I don't need. Plus Paula's choice regularly has coupons and their jumbo BHA was on sale in the Nordstrom anniversary sale. 🙌

[@Sassydivaa1990]

Same!!! Love it so much

[@mckennacalderon5725]

I am a licensed Esthetician and there is absolutely nothing wrong with this product if you are hydrating and caring for your skin properly.

[@KaMiQa16]

can't agree more, this is recommended by so many dermatologists and it really works and when you buy small size (which last for A YEAR!!!) it is very cheap.

[@neresq]

Re: the salicylic acid, I actually prefer PC precisely because it doesn't have all those other actives or long list of ingredients. I purposely do my lactic or glycolic separately from my salicylic. Also, I like that it has the green tea for calming.

[@kaylan2083]

I'm not sure if she's actually used it or if she's just looking at the ingredients and saying which one is "best". The latter feels like it's not a fair comparison if she's never used it. 🤔 Totally agree with you. I just want an acne clearing product. I don't need all the extra stuff that's going to clog my pores. I use other skincare on the days I don't use the PC AHA/BHA. As far as price point goes, Paula's Choice has coupon codes all the time for discounts. Not to mention the Nordstrom anniversary sale had a jumbo 8oz size on sale this summer.

[@parisinthe30sx]

@@kaylan2083 I like the PC salicylic acid but the COSRX blackhead serum is so amazing.

[@mm89_xo13]

Same! Paula’s Choice will always be my go to!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@kaylan2083]

Paula's choice AHA/Bha chemical exfoliant is amazing. Have you actually tried it?

[@정세훈-k6k]

You can't measure how much snail is in the product by the percentage of mucin filtrate quoted. A 3% filtrate could have a higher amount of snail than a 90% filtrate because they're just that. FIltrates. So, depending on how theyre extracted and purified and made, each brand's filtrate has different amounts and quality of snail. COSRX probably has a higher percentage of actual snail, leading to the price difference.

[@elithluxe7568]

Isn’t it snail mucin that is in these product? Because you are making it sound like the snails are killed and grinded up into these snail mucin products with “different amounts of and quality of snail”. You mean “different amounts and quality of snail mucin” right? Asking this because I use animal cruelty products and this does not sound pleasant at all

[@정세훈-k6k]

@@elithluxe7568 Every product you purchase is a product of animal testing. You cannot avoid it. Even companies that day they're "cruelty free" are using data and research from animals testing that's already been done so they can pretend to be on the moral high ground.

[@KrebiePetieh]

@@정세훈-k6k true, idk why people act like testing on animal is like THAT BAD when almost everything like skincare, medication, and other must do animal testing first before tried it on human

[@lunaaa8225]

Exactly. Plus based on the consistency of the product shown in the video, it is more watery than the cosrx ones.

[@karatalksaboutstuff7333]

@@KrebiePetieh "Cruelty free" is one of the most brilliant marketing labels of all time. It implies that other products are automatically *cruel* to animals, effectively tugging at our heartstrings.

[@karennicholson4167]

I am such a fan of the ELF Holy Hydration! It has a great formula and feels beautiful on the skin. ELF has really stepped up their game!!!

[@jennifersterken4869]

Love the Elf moisturizer. Would love to see a video about your thoughts on the whole Elf skin care line.

[@abbyandrae6156]

Hi Abbey! This is a little off topic, but I would like to thank you for saving my hair. I found your channel about 6 months ago and have binge watched every hair video. I never cared about the health of my hair until I started college and experienced excessive hair loss. Since I found your channel, I swear my hair has never looked nor felt better in my life. This is an Abbey appreciation post 💕😊

[@LinzSee]

Love this type of video! I definitely agree on the Holy Hydration face cream and the GM cleansing balm. I would also add that the coordinating Holy Hydration cleansing balm is a great one, too. It even comes with the little spatula. I’ll def be checking out the Peach Slices products because the snail mucin and bha toner are two holy grails for me.

[@katerinarose880]

What are the two ingredients in the elf moisturizer you were referring to that might cause acne?

[@jessicagainey7671]

Hey Gurl your channel is growing!! That's so awesome, I'm so glad I found you!

[@lisatompkins9588]

Love my good molecules make up remover. Great dupe for Clinique take the day off I also use the inky products

[@HandlesiRs]

Cosrx is already very affordable and effective, it does what it needs to do.

[@andreabrenes6323]

Holy Hydration makeup melting is another holy grail that I am loving it and so happy for the affordable price 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Rositasparks]

I’m looking forward to using the elf dupe for the Tatcha Water cream. I love the Laneige Water Bank moisturizer cream ( still 38$) Thank you so much for all the effort you put in for our benefit.🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@Dontcare110]

You have easily become a KZbinr that I TRUST👏👏 Your content is always on point.

[@gabrielanavarro2735]

I recommend watching Dr Dray.

[@JustSimplyEm92]

Have you ever used Caudalie's instant detox mask? If you have, do you have a dupe? Or a similar product at a lower price point? Love your vids!

[@raysi6931]

Why the misleading thumbnail. Hate the clickbait

[@geekinmeout]

I love Paula's Choice. It keeps my pores clean and my skin soft. I'll be trying the suggested dupe. Thanks for the info! 🙂

[@Bunnys_Oasis]

Me, watching this having just used the Paula’s choice BHA and the cosrx snail mucin as part of my night routine: 👁👄👁

[@nayaa_xx1119]

Girl can you tell me if the Cosrx snail mucin works, because I’m thinking about getting it but I don’t know how it will work on my skin. (I have oily and acne prone skin btw) 🥺💗

[@Bunnys_Oasis]

@@nayaa_xx1119 I have sensitive/combo skin and I get redness and sensitivity around my cheeks which is where I concentrate the product, I find that it doesn’t make me oily at all as it’s a very lightweight texture, and it’s not exactly sticky but more like stretchy? If that makes sense lol. I love the snail mucin, I’ve been using it for 6 months and definitely noticed an improvement in my skin’s levels of redness and also texture! Hope that helps 💖

[@nayaa_xx1119]

@@Bunnys_Oasis Thank you so much!! 💗

[@ashtons8626]

@@nayaa_xx1119 this is very old but i also have acne prone skin and the snail mucin serum probably won't do anything to fix acne, but it is very lightweight and hydrating and it honestly gives me instantly glowing and healthy looking skin

[@nayaa_xx1119]

@@ashtons8626 thanks! I’ve been using it for 6 months now and I totally agree with you :))

[@nayaa_xx1119]

$25 for the Cosrx snail mucin girl where did bought that I found it for 14€ on stylvana (sorry idk know how much exactly that will be in $$ but it shouldn’t be that big of a difference maybe somewhere between $15-16)

[@JSquires0802]

Do you like the peach slices salicylic acid treatment better than the CeraVe Salicylic Acid Acne Control Gel, Acne Treatment for Face?

[@nkinzishanic8774]

Paula’choice is worth the money I can't change it

[@brendaolsen2935]

Thank you for introducing me to Peach Slices and I’m so happy to see they are cruelty free!

[@liasilva3750]

Just was wondering if you have tried any of the JoAh beauty products? I have recently discovered this brand and love a few products. I like the CC foundation and their gel eyeliner. They just came out with a new foundation called Crystal Glow Primedation.. I have not tried it yet. It’s coming in the mail. You can purchase this line in CVS or their website. I would love to see what you think. Thanks Lia

[@patmartin3233]

Would love that too. I tried a couple things.. seems good so far!

[@milicamarshastefanovich3312]

The Elf moisturizer is absolutely fantastic! Not sure if it will be enough for winter, but it out performs my beloved CeraVe PM moisturizer and that’s saying something. Great video.

[@lisatompkins9588]

That’s good to know. I use cereve pm and feel it’s not hydrating enough. I’ll give elf a try!

[@milicamarshastefanovich3312]

@@lisatompkins9588 please do, I’d love to know what your thoughts are on it after you try it.

[@an2288]

swapping a cheap product for an even cheaper product? Feeling like the industry is running out of ideas these days. The cosrx snail mucin also does have other ingredients in it.

[@ellamierrose1812]

The Peach Slices snail rescue toner is one of my favorite new products. I kept slathering it on because my moisture barrier was all messed up and I had broken out. Snail is an amazing ingredient and I didn't realize how much my skin would love it. It does all the right things. Getting another bottle of it and definitely their acne toner now.

[@Niki-81811]

Great video Abbey. Paula's choice BHA I would say is the best. I didn't anything else can beat that in my opinion. I've tried a few & non of them do what her BHA does😉😉

[@eobrien1]

Enjoyed the video! Two recs to put on your radar in light of these products: 1) the Elf Happy Hydration cream is also excellent. Hemp oil based w Niacinamide & peptides. Great price, lovely texture. (Very similar to the Sisley cucumber moisturizer, if you’ve ever tried that.) 2) for a cleaning balm, you should also try the Neutrogena makeup remover cleansing balm. It’s even cheaper than good molecules, fragrance free, & rinses right off. I love it

[@gianninal5455]

Does the neutrogena cleansing balm truly emulsify? I do not understand the hype of the versed at all unless I got a total dud. It does not emulsify at all.

[@eobrien1]

@@gianninal5455 I haven’t used the Versed, so can’t speak to it, but yes the Neutrogena one is the only one I’ve ever been able to use that rinses off my face quickly & easily. I Can’t stand that leftover residue à la the Inkey List Oat one.

[@nancysilva9701]

Oh my!! Been using the Clinique balm but soo pricey!!I did not know Neutrogena had a balm! Thanks!

[@SweatWithAbby]

Love the straight hair! And the softer warmer blonde is great on your skin tone!

[@SheReaDelSol]

LOVE your videos.

[@keithwood6388]

I few improvements I think you should make… You really need to list the products you’re talking about in the description below with links to them. No one has time to go back to the video to see what product you’re recommending and find a source. Also, it seems better to ask someone to like your video after they’ve seen it rather than asking before they’ve even watched it.

[@Stephanie-cq8mf]

I like the elf holy hydration except for it pills on my skin for some reason, so I can only use it at nighttime when that doesn’t matter so much.

[@lancef07]

I don't entirely agree with the cosrx dupe. First the price is much cheaper if you get it from a Korean retailer like Stylevana where its about $14. The formulas are very different with the cosrx being much more viscous while the PS is more fluid. And personally my skin doesn't tolerate low molecular weight hyaluronic acid so the 3 types in the PS without allantoin is a negative for me.

[@neresq]

I'm using the elf Happy Hydration with hemp seed oil instead of the Holy Hydration.

[@z23729]

Is it really a dupe though? The peach slices toner has a much higher pH than PC.

[@kaylan2083]

It's not a dupe. Stick with Paula's choice.

[@TrankDuo7]

How do you know the pH of the Peach Slices Toner?

[@kaylan2083]

@@TrankDuo7 peach slices won't disclose it. Paula's choice is 3.2-3.9 ph

[@z23729]

@@TrankDuo7 no BS beauty here on youtube tested it

[@mizzymo64]

Thanks for another fab video. I'd love to try Peach Slices products but unfortunately the shipping charge to here in the UK is extortionate. I always buy my Korean skincare from StyleVana and I don't think I've ever paid full price for Cosrx Snail essence. Right now it's £13.99, (about $15.00).

[@bethterry1669]

Same!

[@martapiotrowicz3887]

Have you ever had problems with the delivery from StyleVana? I've been worried about the negative reviews

[@CarolineAMcD]

Umm okay, gonna need to look into Peach Slices!

[@SandiTink]

Holy Hydration has become my holy grail for a hydrating moisturizer.

[@remainingembers]

Physician's Formula also has a hyaluronic acid serum that I've used and like, it's the blue dropper bottle and it's only $10 for a pretty good amount.

[@anitamiko9975]

Peach slices was the closed dupe I found to the PC 2% BHA as well.

[@Ma-mr8iy]

Hello what thick moisturiser do you recommend for dry skin!

[@suziealthens1258]

Oh, this is great! Definitely will be trying the peach slices products. Thank you for reviewing and comparing these products. I’m loving the Elf brow products. The crayon and the pomade are so cheap and they work great.

[@kimberlychapas4824]

These are great dupes! I can’t wait to try the Peach Slices toner!

[@nads8106]

Can I layer the following? 1. Timeless 20% Vitamin C 2. Timeless Q10 3. COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence 4. COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream Thanks :)

[@tlnu1225]

I'm sorry. There's no way I'm going to put snail slime on my face! I can't stand snails!🤢

[@softshallow7435]

Just found out you can buy Cosrx Snail mucin 96.6% on Amazon for £9.99 here in u.k. but I bought it last month for £16.99 from another seller on Amazon too. I dunno why big price difference?

[@sha-rongamito5752]

The elf hy hydration cleansing balm is also amazing

[@JulienArbor]

What about Hada Labo Premium? It’s not sticky, contains 7 different hyaluronic acid, and also contains urea which is a component of our skin’s NMF.

[@lenar4997]

This perfectly answered my question about the snail mucin. Thank you! Purchased the more expensive one when it was half off, but it’s nice to know there’s a dupe that’s cheaper, should I want to repurchase. Thanks!

[@shaffer_sl]

Please find a dupe for the elta md AM therapy moisturizer! I’m obsessed with the texture! Cetaphil’s new gentle clear moisturizer is very similar except it has salicylic acid so I can’t use it at night with tretinoin

[@AA-cp8ry]

It’s acceptable to use salicylic acid with tretinoin. I do it day and night.

[@keiraneven9034]

I don't love the versed cleansing balm but I love the majority of their products.Also I don't like the good molecules one because it has polyethylene

[@gianninal5455]

I too don't like the versed balm. It does not emulsify at all.

[@poshdelux]

You got your hair done! I love the face framing highlights, really brightens the face. You look beautiful. 💁🏼‍♀️💜

[@roxanneviews2]

I keep hearing good things about good molecules brand their eye cream is supposed to be really good

[@mae9954]

Am I the only one who doesn’t enjoy Paula’s Choice BHA? It’s finish on my skin is so greasy D :

[@nadinegomez8858]

Lol you just put famous products on the thumbnail to get attention 🙄

[@michy2630]

Terrific reviews. I use Cos de Baha. It is $9.99 for 2oz. It is thick but dissolves quickly. I not sure if the ingredients are the same or not as the Inkey. Have you heard of this one? So good to know Abt Good Molecules cleansing balm. Never used it. I use their rosewater cleanser. It's great for normal to dry skin

[@suse3370]

Love the e.l.f. holy hydration cream. Need to get my hand on Peach slices products

[@amourcasse]

This was so amazing! Thank you so much for sharing these awesome dupes!!

[@maybeitstime0602]

Ehhh… you are recommending dupes for already cheap products😅?

[@BrendasBeauty]

I would also call the Peach Slices Exfoliant a possible dupe for Tarte Knockout or Biologic Reserge Lotion P50

[@nancysilva9701]

Wow!! Impressive!!

[@andreasutherland1348]

You need to a day and night routine using the dups. So we know what order. I'm always getting confused. Thanks 😊

[@mariamalvarez2159]

Wich one you prefer in the essence? Look lovely like always!!!

[@maggiebar77]

Love these!! Please do part 3 and more as you find interesting dupes!! Elf moisturizer in my Target basket ready to purchase thanks to your recommendation

[@rodzdiaz7677]

I like it..u will be know what is much better best product..

[@emmahuang2907]

I was just looking for dupes for the Tatcha water cream, thank god for your video!! Just got the elf cream today and I absolutely love it

[@emily-grave987]

Very informative! Thanks!

[@mariacenteno2372]

Loved that you talked about E.L.F. holy hydration cream. I follow the budget dermatologist and she also recommended that one

[@mrs.christiehannaalexander33]

Abbey, YAH GIRL! You have done it again 👏! I ABSOLUTELY LOVE SKINCARE & have learned that more $$ doesn't necessarily mean better...I have been able to find a few "DUPES" just by happenstance but, when someone as AWESOME AS YOU 😘🥰 does the hard work for me well: SPEECHLESS! I love the Tatcha Brand but, unfortunately my wallet does NOT! I actually have the Elf Moisturizer that I ordered a while back but, with my extremely sensitive, acne prone, oil slick face I haven't started it yet (waiting until finished adding a new product in right now; ya know what a hassle that is...LOL 🤣😂)...NOW I CAN'T WAIT TO USE IT, THANX TO YOU 🥰! Keep being the BEAUTIFULLY GORGEOUS LADY YOU ARE MA'AM!

[@yagmurk68]

Hey, can you give me updates when you start using the elf moisturiser? Because I have the same type of skin as you😅

[@Jpev2022]

omgosh i'm so thankful I found this video! Love the high ends and also the dups!! More videos like this! You're so awesome!!!

[@9687loveless]

Hold on wait a minute that’s now I’m using is not 20 something dollars I don’t know where you’re buying it from I literally bought it for 14 bucks last week????? Wth lol 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@LL-lj3cq]

Love the inkey list, texture and price of the holy hydration cream…but damn it ain’t hydrating enough for me. I’ll have to retry it during spring/summer since it’s getting colder. For some reason it also pills on me under my sunscreen.

[@jessh9810]

Elf holy hydration has been my go to for over a year now and it really does top some more expensive brands for me!

[@KinniMoo]

I use it during the day but I don’t get love everyone seems to have for it. I think it the texture, I like a super rich feel. I have definitely have been happy with the results, esp compared to the price of the oley retinal max I love

[@yagmurk68]

What's your skin type?

[@KinniMoo]

@@yagmurk68 normal. I had oily skin as a teen.

[@yagmurk68]

@@KinniMoo Okay, thanks a lot!

[@amandaaustin4883]

Love dupes, especially when some of them are even better. Thanks great video.

[@mondayonfleek]

Discovered your channel a few days ago and I love it. Learned so much. Thank you 🥰

[@wendy8561]

Thank you Abbey Love your hair TODAY! And your make-up looks GREAT!! 💜 THANK you soo much 🥰!!!!!

[@naveenrevathi669]

I am sensetive skin i use snail essential????

[@luckyahmed200]

I’m glad you mentioned not liking the ordinary HA. I hated the texture but finished it because I didn’t want to waste the money. I also felt like it didn’t really hydrate me :(

[@mondayonfleek]

Me 2 I’m not a fan. Just buy it bc it has the brightening ingredient alpha aburtin in it

[@whitney1677]

Thank you! I've loved the Paula's BHA liquid, but it was always such a hassle to purchase and always felt a "bit" too pricey ya know? The "I can afford it but it doesn't mean I want to" kind of thing. I've never tried anything from Peach so here goes! 😁

[@heyboi_]

I was excited about the Peach Slices BHA but it didn’t work and it’s been shown the ph of it isn’t low enough to be effective :/ if they addressed this I’d try again but Paula stays pro in that area lol. But I love the Snail Rescue 💙

[@bethrivka68]

What is the ph level for the dupe for PC BHA? Is it listed on the bottle or have you tested it with test strips? If the pH is not correct you might as well not even bother using it. It won’t work as an exfoliant. I think this is an important piece that is often missed in products and reviews. However some products like good molecules and the ordinary do list the pH on the box. If you have any information on this dupe it would be great if you could share it.

[@syikinr4830]

Can i just kidnap some garden snails and put em on my face instead. Snail essence direct from the source. FOC

[@simplewifestyle6567]

Yes yes Yesssss 👏🏼👏🏼 thank you for reviewing the peach slices toner as a dupe for the Paulas choice bha. I love this product 👏🏼👏🏼

[@grantspins4124]

LOVE peach slices acne cleanser. The snail one wasn’t quite enough for me compared to cosrx. The toner is seeming to be good too.

[@helenheil]

I love elf holy hydration! I've used up 2-jars already & am on my 3rd. I didn't realize it was a dupe for the pricey Tatcha so that was good to find out.

[@gabeenam.517]

Thanks for these awesome recommendations & putting peach slices on my radar! Just curious if you have a dupe for the cosrx AHA 7 whitehead power liquid?

[@nancysilva9701]

Hi!! Do you use vitamin c and then the peach slices snail essence? How do you work this in with vitamin c? I use timeless vitamin c. Thanks!

[@LizbetPCB]

Holy Hydration is a wonderful product. I can even find it at the supermarket, still for $12! My skin is definitely NOT oily/combination, so in winter I use it as more of a serum, under my nighttime moisturizer. Thank you, beautiful Abbey!

[@Strokearm]

I tried the elf dupe for tatcha the water cream and it’s moisturizing but I just gotta have the melt in non sticky or greasy feel of that darn $68 tatcha! Sorry $12 elf. :(

[@melmlo4046]

That Paula’s choice is amazing!!!!

[@jasminateodorovic186]

What's the deal with Ordinary hype in the USA? It's too strong for any skin barrier. My long time dermatologist told me to avoid it and there are many other, much better and healthier options than this brand. Glad to have heard sth about the snail product. Been considering purchasing it for a while now.

[@AvasNana616]

I wish I could take you to the store with me. I watch so many videos and still don't remember all the incredible tips you give!! I adore you!! ❤

[@Adam-ij1fg]

The peach slices snail toner is great 👍

[@riveraspen2745]

You are beautiful ♡♡♡♡ like seriously. When I go to my surgeon I'm using you face as a guideline and if they can't get me close; I'm moving on to the next doctor!!!! ♡♡ With love from Philly! Also, great content

[@wendyraye]

New sub. Anyone who has a dupe for Paula’s Choice BHA has researched products.

[@collybarn]

Wondering about the ph of the peach slices exfoliant.

[@SweetLike]

The best skin cream I ever used was La Prairie platinum face cream. I can’t rationalize spending $900 on my face cream so if you could find a dupe for that I’d be incredibly grateful.

[@hellokatie21]

Theyve been sold out of the cosrx so glad you found an alternative

[@brandihill9311]

Are the PC and Peach Slices ok to use for dry skin as well??