CHICA Y CHICO Nude Fantasy Whitening Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Moisturizing13 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“To achieve fair, even-toned skin, this lightweight cream uses a unique white flower-based complex made with 8 different kinds of flowers plus niacinamide, rice extracts and titanium dioxide to moisturize, transform and give skin a radiant glow.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, butylene glycol.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, dimethiconol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: niacinamide
Evens skin tone2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Nude Fantasy Whitening Cream”
This product can help reduce hypepigmentation and even out the skin tone because it contains the following effective ingredients: niacinamide
The following ingredient (ingredients) in this product might be helpful, but there is no evidence to confirm that it actually can help even out the skin tone: arbutin.
Keep in mind that you would need to apply any topical skincare targetted at hypigmentation consistently for a couple of months to get a result. No topical skincare product can help get rid of hyperpigmentation (including post-acne marks and age spots) instantly.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine, niacinamide.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Anti-blemishNot advertised by the brand · 2 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · 9 ingredients credited for this claimModerate support
This product contains antioxidants (arbutin) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Parfum, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Propanediol~4.4–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDipropylene glycol~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolCyclopentasiloxane~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneGlycereth-26~2.3–2.9%
Titanium dioxide~2.5–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Works as a UV filter when used in high concentrations. It is photostable and is effective mostly against the UVB light, with some protection in the UVA range. In small concentrations, used for its ability to improve the color of cosmetic products. Is usually well tolerated by the skin
More about Titanium dioxideNiacinamide~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideCyclohexasiloxane~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that serves as an emollient. Helps create a nice non-greasy feels
More about CyclohexasiloxaneGlycerin~1.3–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinSodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerDimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer~0.75–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize product formulations and create a nice product texture
More about Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymerDimethicone~0.7–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeIsohexadecane~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneSodium polyacrylate~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a gel-like product texture, as well as to stabilize emulsions
More about Sodium polyacrylateHydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A gelling agent that thickens the product consistency and leaves the skin with a velvety finish
More about Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymerDimethiconol~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that makes products more spreadable and keeps skin smooth. Helps to add gloss to skin and may visually fill in fine lines/wrinkles for short time
More about DimethiconolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolChlorphenesin~0.16–0.32%
Polysorbate 80~0.45–0.65%
Ethylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.65%
Caprylyl glycol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolSorbitan oleate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sorbitan oleateGlyceryl polyacrylate~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to create a nice product texture and spread the product more easily on the skin
More about Glyceryl polyacrylateParfum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumTriethoxycaprylylsilane~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of silicone that helps oil and water mix well together. Helps to disperse other ingredients, e.g. pigments, evenly in a formulation
More about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneAdenosine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineDisodium edta~0.3–0.55%
Butylene glycol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolScutellaria baicalensis root extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might contain a compound baicalin that could be helpful in neutralizing free radicals and reducing inflammation in skin. The baicalin concentration in skincare products is often too low for an effective action. Can be used for its fragrant properties
More about Scutellaria baicalensis root extractPortulaca oleracea extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has some anti-oxidant activity, but solid research is lacking. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Portulaca oleracea extractRosmarinus officinalis leaf extract~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Can be helpful in reducing inflammation in skin, including inflamed acne. It can be irritating
More about Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extractOryza sativa extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A grain extract that helps to create a thicker product consistency. It might have some anti-oxidant properties and help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Oryza sativa extractTricholoma matsutake extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panax ginseng root extract~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractAngelica keiskei leaf/stem extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- High
A fragrant plant extract. Might have some anti-oxidant properties. Can be irritating
More about Angelica keiskei leaf/stem extractArbutin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Beta-arbutin. Can help to reduce hyperpigmentation and has an anti-oxidant effect when used in high enough concentration. Is less effective compared to alpha-arbutin
More about ArbutinRumex crispus root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Hippophae rhamnoides extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Myrciaria dubia fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin, but research on its effectiveness is lacking
More about Myrciaria dubia fruit extractVanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractLeontopodium alpinum extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Freesia refracta extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Nelumbium speciosum flower extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rose extract~0.15–0.3%
Iris versicolor extract~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Narcissus pseudo-narcissus flower extract~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lilium tigrinum extract~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Jasminum officinale extract~0.1–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Propanediol, Dipropylene glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycereth-26, Titanium dioxide, Niacinamide, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glycerin, Sodium acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Sodium polyacrylate, Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, Dimethiconol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Polysorbate 80, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl glycol, Sorbitan oleate, Glyceryl polyacrylate, Parfum, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Adenosine, Disodium edta, Butylene glycol, Scutellaria baicalensis root extract, Portulaca oleracea extract, Rosmarinus officinalis leaf extract, Oryza sativa extract, Tricholoma matsutake extract, Panax ginseng root extract, Angelica keiskei leaf/stem extract, Arbutin, Rumex crispus root extract, Hippophae rhamnoides extract, Myrciaria dubia fruit extract, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Leontopodium alpinum extract, Freesia refracta extract, Nelumbium speciosum flower extract, Rose extract, Iris versicolor extract, Narcissus pseudo-narcissus flower extract, Lilium tigrinum extract, Jasminum officinale extract
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| CHICA Y CHICONude Fantasy Whitening CreamYOUR PRODUCT | HeimishAqua Tone up Cream | Farm StayDermacube Plant Stem Cell Super Active Cream | APRIL SKINMagic Snow Cream | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 100% | 93% | 92% |
| Price | $14.82 | $21.15+$6.33 | $18.10+$3.28 | $18.90+$4.08 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 10 | 5 of 10 | 8 of 10 |
| Key difference | — | Glutathione | Crithmum Maritimum Callus Culture Filtrate | Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
Based on the ingredient list, "CHICA Y CHICO - Nude Fantasy Whitening Cream" can work well for skin moisturization. The formulation is based on a combination of good humectants and emollients. Both are needed to increase the skin hydration level. Glycerin, butylene glycol, caprylyl glycol, portulaca oleracea extract and scutellaria baicalensis root extract in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Dimethicone, dimethiconol, cyclopentasiloxane, caprylyl glycol and cyclohexasiloxane in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness.
Ingredient callouts
- Adenosine 0.30% - 0.55%. It is a chemical present inside our skin cells. A clinical trial confirmed that topical application of Adenosine in a low concentration can reduce dynamic wrinkles (these are the wrinkles that appear with age in a places where our mimic is the most active, for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead).
Irritation risk
We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be high. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: click here
You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below.
Price
The product retails for 34.00A$ in Australia and for 14.82$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 24 studies and safety reviews.
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- 6Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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