 |
WHAT: Chica Y Chico Oil Clear Essence, 40ml
PRICE & WHERE: 560 PHP at Althea
|
ABOUT THE ESSENCE
 |
| The packaging. The product description at the back is written in Korean. |
Ingredients:
Water, Alcohol Denat, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pentylene Glycol, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Extract, Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Castanea Crenata Shell Extract, Rhus Semialata Gall Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Silica, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Arginine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, C12-14 Pareth-12, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance(Parfum)
The essence contains ingredients that are effective for pore tightening. Chica Y Chico calls it their Pore Tannin Complex - it consists of plant extracts from green tea, persimmon leaf, chestnut shell, quince, oak apple, and black tea. Other notable ingredients include linseed extract & sodium hyaluronate for hydration as well as arginine as an added antioxidant.
Alcohol is second in the ingredients list. It may not work for you if have dry or sensitive skin. Here's Cosdna's analysis of the ingredients. Always check the ingredients first and don't use if you are allergic or sensitive to any of them.
The packaging is simple and practical. It comes in a white and blue box that reflects the build of the product itself. Except for the product name, everything is written in Korean. There's no English translation of the product description or ingredients list so make sure to do your own research first.
The bottle is a transparent blue and is made of plastic. It is well-built and doesn't feel cheap or flimsy. It comes with a pump to dispense product.
The essence looks like a thick gel but once you spread it, it gets watery and lighter in texture. It gives a cooling sensation when I was patting it in. Regarding scent, it smells like cologne. It's kinda strong so if you dislike fragrances, this may not be for you. The product absorbs really easily and as you can see from the pic above, it dries matte with no sticky feeling!
Alcohol is second in the ingredients list. It may not work for you if have dry or sensitive skin. Here's Cosdna's analysis of the ingredients. Always check the ingredients first and don't use if you are allergic or sensitive to any of them.
PACKAGING
 |
| The box packaging it came in. |
 |
| the pump - I use two pumps for my face and neck |
MY EXPERIENCE
How to Apply:
After applying toner, pump 2-3 times and pat into skin until it is fully absorbed. It can be used on the whole face or on the oily T-zone only.
 |
| swatch |
 |
| Moisture Test Before vs After applying the essence |
Since the essence is mattifying, I only use this during daytime. I used to apply it at night but that kinda defeats the dewy finish of most of the products in my evening routine. Anyway, the essence does help in controlling oil. I don't blot or retouch as much during daytime. As for pore tightening, I can't really say it helped in that department.
VERDICT
Overall, I like the product. I recommend this especially to people with oily or combination skin. It's effective in keeping the oil at bay for a few more hours while also adding a little bit more hydration. Just remember: don't expect too much on the pore tightening front.
Tried this? How's your experience?
Follow me and say hi!
Twitter: https://twitter.com/teptns
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teptns/
Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored post. I paid for my own Giltbox subscription. This review is written based on my own opinion. What works for me may not work for you and vice versa.
