BENTON
★ NATURAL K-BEAUTY · SINCE 2011
THE SNAIL
AND THE BEE.
BENTON is the cult K-beauty brand founded by the Lee brothers, known for its Snail Bee complex that combines snail mucin and bee venom. Its promise since 2011: natural, simple formulas, free of denatured alcohol and harsh fragrances, at affordable prices. Snail Bee High Content, Aloe Propolis, Guava 70 — BENTON is one of the most discussed K-beauty brands on Reddit for its value and ingredients.
★ BENTON EXPERTISE
SNAIL + BEE + ALOE + PROPOLIS
The K-beauty blend of natural soothing/repairing actives.
BENTON builds its lines around natural soothing and repairing actives — snail mucin, bee venom, aloe, propolis, guava. Short formulas without extras, fair prices. Here are the 3 signature pillars.
✦ ACTIVE 01
SNAIL BEE
The hero. Snail mucin + bee venom in a synergistic duo: repairs, hydrates, soothes, and slightly firms. The Snail Bee High Content Essence is a cult favorite — a gentle K-beauty anti-aging reference.
✦ ACTIVE 02
ALOE PROPOLIS
Aloe vera + propolis to boost radiance and soothe. The Aloe Propolis line is the ally of dull and tired skin — a natural formula rich in antioxidants.
✦ ACTIVE 03
GUAVA 70
70% guava extract to boost radiance and hydration. The Guava 70 Skin Toner and its associated pads are BENTON’s signature natural glow — a gentle alternative.
Natural ingredients, short formulas, affordable prices: BENTON is the K-beauty Reddit-approved brand for those who read INCI lists.
★ THE SIGNATURE LINES
THE 3 ICONIC LINES
Choose your line based on your need: repair, soothe, or brighten.
SNAIL BEE
Repair + plump
The iconic line. The Snail Bee High Content Essence combines snail mucin and bee venom — gently repairs, hydrates, and firms.
ALOE PROPOLIS
Soothe & brighten
Aloe + propolis. The Aloe Propolis line soothes and boosts radiance — a go-to for tired skin.
GUAVA 70
Radiance & hydration
Guava 70%. The Guava 70 Skin Toner and pads are the natural radiance signature — vitality boost.
★ THE ENTIRE COLLECTION
DISCOVER THE ENTIRE COLLECTION
BENTON BELOW
From the cult Snail Bee to Aloe Propolis and Guava 70, find all authentic BENTON skincare — imported directly from Seoul, with no customs fees.
BENTON Guava Moisture Makeup Base Prep Primer 35ml
BENTON Guava Hydrating Collagen Mist 100ml
BENTON Ceramide Calming Ato Cream Body Wash 300ml
BENTON Shea Butter and Coconut Hand Cream 50ml
BENTON Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel 100ml
BENTON Deep Green Tea Toner 150ml
BENTON Deep Green Tea Lotion 120ml
★ TO GO FURTHER
THE WORLD OF NATURAL K-BEAUTY
BENTON, COSRX, BEPLAIN — accessible natural K-beauty.
BENTON: the natural K-beauty brand by the Lee brothers Snail Bee
The complete story of BENTON: the birth with the Lee brothers, the Snail Bee success, and the accessible natural K-beauty philosophy.
READ THE ARTICLE →
COSRX: the minimalist Korean brand that revolutionized K-beauty
COSRX, the other K-beauty snail mucin reference, offers mucin alone at 96% — a minimalist alternative to BENTON Snail Bee.
READ THE ARTICLE →
BEPLAIN: the clean data-driven K-beauty brand with Mung Bean and Cicaful
BEPLAIN completes the accessible natural K-beauty universe — mung bean version and clean beauty data-driven.
READ THE ARTICLE →★ YOUR QUESTIONS
BENTON FAQ
Everything you need to know about the Lee brothers’ K-beauty.
Which BENTON product to start with?
The Snail Bee High Content Essence is the essential entry: it’s the brand’s absolute icon, an essence with snail mucin + bee venom that repairs and soothes. For glow, start with the Guava 70 Skin Toner.
Snail Bee vs COSRX Snail Mucin: difference?
COSRX offers mucin alone at a record concentration (96%). BENTON combines mucin + bee venom — benefits of snail (repair, hydration) + bee peptide boost (mild anti-aging). You choose based on your goal — pure repair or repair + anti-aging.
Is bee venom safe?
Yes, in cosmetics the extract is carefully purified and used at a safe concentration. Natural “lifting” effect by micro-stimulation. Avoid only if you are allergic to bee products (prior test recommended). Do not confuse with a real bee sting.
Is BENTON vegan?
No, some lines are not (snail mucin, bee venom, propolis are animal-derived). The Aloe and Guava lines are more plant-based. Check the INCI according to your criteria.
Is BENTON suitable for blemished skin?
Yes, especially good. The Snail Bee repairs acne marks without irritation. The Guava 70 brightens. The Aloe Propolis soothes. The brand is highly praised for gentle anti-imperfection routines.
Are BENTON products on Ma Petite Corée authentic?
Yes, 100%. Ma Petite Corée has been based in Seoul since 2017 and sources directly. Every product is new, sealed, and shipped from Korea, with no customs fees charged to you in the EU.