Benton Snail Bee Ultimate Serum

Benton Snail Bee Ultimate Serum
5.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
3Anti-wrinkle icon/ 10
Anti-wrinkle
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Results you may expect from using Benton Snail Bee Ultimate Serum:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Benton Snail Bee Ultimate Serum:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.
  • Some anti-wrinkle efficacy: Benton Snail Bee Ultimate Serum has an anti-wrinkle rating of 3.0 out of 10 so you may expect some, although limited, effect on wrinkles.
  • Antioxidant protection.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Benton Snail Bee Ultimate Serum has a moisturizing rating of 5.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? It is purely humectant. It has zero occlusivity (we didn't find any occlusive ingredients on the ingredient list) and a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Butylene Glycol (est. ≈6.0%) and Niacinamide (est. ≈2.0%).

Tip: Studies suggest that humectants alone do not moisturize the skin. We recommend applying a product with some occlusive ingredients after the use of this one.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Benton Snail Bee Ultimate Serum has a slight anti-wrinkle rating of 3.0 out of 10. It contains one ingredient with proven anti-wrinkle efficacy: Niacinamide (est. ≈2.0%), 
 one of the most effective and well-researched anti-wrinkle ingredients.
 
Among others, Benton Snail Bee Ultimate Serum also contains some ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically Copper Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Tripeptide-1, Adenosine, and Beta-Glucan. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do not contribute to the anti-wrinkle rating.
 
Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver additional anti-wrinkle efficacy through its moisturizing action.
 

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Antioxidant benefits

We estimate that Benton Snail Bee Ultimate Serum is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Niacinamide (est. ≈2.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
40
Saccharomyces/Snail Secretion Filtrate Ferment Filtrate
22
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water
11
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
6
Butylene Glycol
4
Water
3
1,2-Hexanediol
2
Niacinamide
1.5
Glycerin
1
Pentylene Glycol
0.3
Propanediol
0.3
Lactobacillus
0.3
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
0.3
Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment
0.3
Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate
0.3
Copper Tripeptide-1
0.3
Hexapeptide-11
0.3
Hexapeptide-9
0.3
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
0.3
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
0.3
Tripeptide-1
0.3
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
0.3
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
0.3
Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
0.3
Ulmus Campestris (Elm) Bark Extract
0.3
Plantago Asiatica Extract
0.3
Laminaria Digitata Extract
0.3
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Althaea Rosea Root Extract
0.3
Allantoin
0.3
Adenosine
0.3
Bee Venom
0.3
Beta-Glucan
0.3
Betaine
0.3
Panthenol
0.3
Citric Acid
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Xanthan Gum
Est. %
Saccharomyces/Snail Secretion Filtrate Ferment Filtrate
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Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water
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Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
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Butylene Glycol
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Water
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Niacinamide
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Glycerin
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Pentylene Glycol
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Propanediol
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Lactobacillus
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Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
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Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment
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Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate
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Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate
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Copper Tripeptide-1
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Hexapeptide-11
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Hexapeptide-9
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Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
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Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
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Tripeptide-1
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Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
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Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
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Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
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Ulmus Campestris (Elm) Bark Extract
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Plantago Asiatica Extract
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Laminaria Digitata Extract
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Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
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Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
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Althaea Rosea Root Extract
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Allantoin
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Adenosine
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Bee Venom
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Beta-Glucan
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Betaine
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Panthenol
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Citric Acid
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Xanthan Gum
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Ratings

All humectants
13.8
6
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 13.8 10
10.0
6
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
None
Moisturizing rating
5.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 13.8 10
10
All humectants
13.8
6
2
1.5
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
None
All occlusives 0.0 20
0.0
All occlusives
0.0
None
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
6 /10 4 2 3
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
3
Niacinamide
3
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
6 /10
when present at, %
4
in this formula, est. %
2
Copper Tripeptide-1
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Tripeptide-1
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Adenosine
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Beta-Glucan
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 3.5 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
3.5
Niacinamide
2
Lactobacillus
0.3
Copper Tripeptide-1
0.3
Laminaria Digitata Extract
0.3
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
0.3
Beta-Glucan
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 3.8 5 No
All soothing
3.8
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Saccharomyces/Snail Secretion Filtrate Ferment Filtrate
Est. %40
Function
Origin
Saccharomyces/Snail Secretion Filtrate Ferment FiltrateDescription is coming soon
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Water
Est. %22
Function
Origin
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf WaterDescription is coming soon
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water
Est. %11
Function
Origin
Camellia Sinensis Leaf WaterDescription is coming soon
Butylene Glycol
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
Water
Est. %4
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %3
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Niacinamide
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Niacinamide

Also known as vitamin B3, this ingredient is a true superstar with confirmed moisturizing, anti-acne, hyperpigmentation, and antioxidant benefits. Two studies confirm its significant anti-wrinkle efficacy.

Glycerin
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Pentylene Glycol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Pentylene Glycol

A naturally or synthetically derived preservative that exhibits effective antifungal and antibacterial traits. It also acts as a booster for more traditional preservatives. Pentylene glycol can also serve as a moisturizing humectant and solvent.

Propanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Lactobacillus
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LactobacillusA genus of probiotic bacteria. Lactobacillus bacteria are part of the human microflora and their ferment products contain antioxidants.
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment ExtractA biotechnological ingredient that is essentially soy milk fermented with lactic acid bacteria. It may help to treat skin pigmentation but more research is needed to support this claim.
Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lactobacillus/Rice FermentDescription is coming soon
Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Saccharomyces/Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-yuen Seed Ferment FiltrateDescription is coming soon
Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment FiltrateDescription is coming soon
Copper Tripeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Copper Tripeptide-1

A skin-identical, copper-binding peptide that promotes the synthesis of all structural elements in the skin.

Hexapeptide-11
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hexapeptide-11

Description is coming soon

Hexapeptide-9
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hexapeptide-9

Description is coming soon

Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4

A famous synthetically made peptide that works as a signal peptide, telling skin cells to create more collagen and other structural proteins. It has been clinically tested and found to be effective at reducing fine wrinkles.

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

A small peptide consisting of three amino acids with anti-wrinkle effects. Together with Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, it is a part of the popular anti-wrinkle complex called Matrixyl™ 3000.

Tripeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tripeptide-1

A small, skin-identical peptide that boosts collagen renewal in the skin and improves other structural proteins. It may have trouble penetrating the skin in this form, so palmitic acid or biotin is usually added to it.

Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-10 LaurateA vegetable glycerin or synthetically produced emulsifier and gentle cleansing agent. It won't leave skin feeling tight or dry when used to cleanse.
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon
Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Diospyros Kaki Leaf ExtractDescription is coming soon
Ulmus Campestris (Elm) Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ulmus Campestris (Elm) Bark ExtractDescription is coming soon
Plantago Asiatica Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Plantago Asiatica ExtractDescription is coming soon
Laminaria Digitata Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Laminaria Digitata ExtractAn antioxidant extract obtained from an edible brown seaweed called oarweed. It contains many humectant and gelling polysaccharides, as well as beneficial minerals.
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark ExtractA potent, soothing extract from the bark of the white willow. It has potent anti-inflammatory effects due to its salicin content. Tannins from the willow bark extract have astringent effects and can aid in the skin’s healing process.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf ExtractDerived from Aloe vera leaves, this moisturizing humectant, soothing, and antioxidant extract is commonly used in products targeting eczema, sunburn, or dermatitis. It soothes the skin and reduces the signs of inflammation and sensitivity.
Althaea Rosea Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Althaea Rosea Root ExtractDescription is coming soon
Allantoin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AllantoinA fluffy, white powder that acts as a humectant due to its water-loving chemistry and as an exfoliant that helps to remove dead skin cells. It has also been shown to be very soothing to irritated and inflamed skin.
Adenosine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Adenosine

A key molecule responsible for energy transportation, signaling, and enzyme activity. Adenosine is a popular anti-wrinkle ingredient, however, the key study about its anti-wrinkle efficacy (1) does not meet CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards as it is not double-blind.

Bee Venom
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bee VenomDescription is coming soon
Beta-Glucan
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Beta-GlucanA special polysaccharide obtained from cereals, mushrooms, yeast, bacteria, and some species of seaweed. It is a promising anti-wrinkle, wound healing, antioxidant, and moisturizing ingredient.
Betaine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
BetaineAn ingredient derived from the sucrose in sugar beets. It has a negative chemical charge and a positive chemical charge on the same molecule. This allows betaine to be hygroscopic or humectant and thus provide moisturization by drawing water to the skin.
Panthenol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PanthenolA popular soothing and moisturizing derivative of vitamin B5. Panthenol is particularly beneficial for dry, flaking, burned, or damaged skin. It is used to alleviate the symptoms of a rash, dermatitis, eczema, chapped lips, and sunburn.
Citric Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citric AcidA gently exfoliating AHA that helps to remove the top layer of dead skin cells. In comparison to other AHAs, citric acid has been shown to be one of the least effective. It is also very commonly used as a stabilizing and pH-controlling agent.
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.