Bichup Self-Generating Anti-Aging Essence
Essence
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Bichup Self-Generating Anti-Aging Essence

The History Of Whoo
96Ingredients
0EU Banned
4Caution
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
0.3/5Comedogenic
Pregnancy SafeNo flagged ingredients
Allergen-freeNo fragrance allergens
73% Natural27% synthetic

Contains Regulated Ingredients

EU Restricted Ingredients

These ingredients are permitted in the EU but subject to concentration limits, usage conditions, or mandatory labelling requirements under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

TromethamineMax 0.5%
Max concentration:0.5%
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:- Do not use with nitrosating systems- Minimum purity: 99% - Maximum secondary amine content: 0.5% (applies to raw materials) - Maximum nitrosamine content: 50 microgram/kg - Keep in nitrite-free containers
Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
Product types:All cosmetic products
Conditions:The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
Ci 19140Max 0.5%
Max concentration:0.5%
Product types:Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products
What does "EU Restricted" mean?

Restricted ingredients are not banned — they are allowed in cosmetic products as long as specific conditions are met:

  • Concentration limits — maximum allowed percentage in the final product
  • Product type restrictions — some ingredients are only allowed in rinse-off or leave-on products
  • pH restrictions — the finished product must stay within a specific pH range
  • Mandatory labelling — certain allergens must be listed on the packaging
  • Usage conditions — must not be combined with certain other ingredients

These limits are based on the EU CosIng database (Annex III) and are updated regularly. Products sold in the EU must comply with all applicable restrictions.

Product Type Restrictions

The following ingredients are restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation (Annex III/V) for specific product types — but this product appears to be a Essence. Verify compliance.

  • Ci 19140Restricted to hair products
    Hair dye substance in non-oxidative hair dye products

Ingredient Chemistry

pH

pH Efficacy

pH Efficacy

pH 5.7 — Optimal
5.7
0Neutral 714
pH estimated from category & ingredients: 5.7
Active ingredients: Alpha-Arbutin, Copper Tripeptide-1, Niacinamide
Alpha-Arbutin at pH 5.7: optimal range (4–6.5)
Copper Tripeptide-1 at pH 5.7: optimal range (5–7)
Niacinamide at pH 5.7: optimal range (5–7)
Detected actives & ideal pH
Alpha-ArbutinpH 4–6.5
Copper Tripeptide-1pH 5–7
NiacinamidepH 5–7

Microbiome

Composition & Ethics

Product Details

Attributes

Ethics
VeganLikely
No animal-derived ingredients detected
Cruelty-FreeUnknown
No brand statement — contact manufacturer
Safety
Fragrance-FreeContains fragrance
Contains fragrance/parfum
Confirmed Inferred Unknown Not compliant

Composition

73% natural27% synthetic
70 natural 26 synthetic

Based on 96 ingredients analyzed. 73% natural and 27% synthetic.

FragranceContains added fragrance
Silicones4 silicones

Functions Overview (15)

skin conditioning51:Biosaccharide Gum-1, Methyl Trimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydroxyproline, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Ceramide NP, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract... +43 more
hair conditioning23:Methyl Trimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Hydroxyproline, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Triethylhexanoin, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Angelica Gigas Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein... +15 more
antistatic15:Hydroxyproline, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Arginine, Lysine, Valine, Threonine, Leucine, Methionine... +7 more

Texture & Feel

Texture & Feel

Expected texture
Velvety, silicone-smooth — glides effortlessly
SpreadabilityVery easy
AbsorptionVery fast
Tackiness / ResidueVery low
Finish:Matte velvet — smooth, shine-free, "soft focus"

Silicones create a smooth, velvety "slip" with a blurring sensory effect. Slight initial tackiness that fades into a hydrated dewy finish.