Shirocara Medicated Whitening Gel Review

Shirocara Medicated Whitening Gel
4.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
7.6 Humectancy icon Humectancy
0.3 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Review

Does Shirocara Medicated Whitening Gel Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what Shirocara Medicated Whitening Gel has to offer:
 
  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 4.0 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Key Benefits of Shirocara Medicated Whitening Gel

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using Shirocara Medicated Whitening Gel:
 

Lightweight Moisturizer Well-Suited for Oily Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, Shirocara Medicated Whitening Gel is quite moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 4.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 0.3 out of 10 and a high humectancy of 7.6 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate (est. ≈2.0%).

This humectant-rich product, when used alone as a moisturizer, is well-suited for oily skin, providing moderate hydration in a lightweight, fast-absorbing formula with a minimal amount of occlusive ingredients.

It can also be a good option for people with normal skin who prefer lightweight moisturizers.

A Humectant Enhancement for Any Skincare Routine

But it’s not limited to oily skin - such a humectant enhancement will also positively contribute to the moisturizing efficacy of any skincare routine when used as a step before applying the main moisturizer. This type of formulation is typically used in serums, where a light, fast-absorbing texture is key.

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

Rich in Skin-Protecting Antioxidants

We estimate that Shirocara Medicated Whitening Gel is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Sodium Hyaluronate (est. ≈1.8%), Tocopherol (est. ≈0.3%), Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract (est. ≈0.3%), and others.

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.

Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our AI model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Pros & Cons of Shirocara Medicated Whitening Gel

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of Shirocara Medicated Whitening Gel to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

Pros:

  • When used alone: Provides humectant-rich moisturizing well-suited for oily skin
  • As part of a routine: A humectant moisturizing enhancement, beneficial for any skin type
  • Lightweight texture
  • Rich in antioxidants that combat oxidative stress associated with accelerated skin aging and defend against environmental damage

Cons: 

  • We couldn't find any

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
80
2
1.9
1.8
1.7
1
1
1
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Tranexamic Acid
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Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
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Water
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Butylene Glycol
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Phenoxyethanol
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Hexylene Glycol
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Polysorbate 20
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Glycerin
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Tocopherol
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PEG-5 Glyceryl Trioleate
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Squalane
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Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
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Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
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Potassium Hydroxide
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Hydrolyzed Collagen
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Placental Extract
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Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract
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Rosa Damascena Flower Water
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Anhydroxylitol
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Camel Milk Extract
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Fruit Extract
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Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
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Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract
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Yeast Extract
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Hydrolyzed Elastin
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Sodium Phosphate
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Calcium Dihydrogen Phosphate
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Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract
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Orchid Extract
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Hair Extract
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Tuna Extract
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Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract
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Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Juice
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Ratings

All humectants
7.6
2
1.8
1.7
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
4.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 7.6 10
7.6
2
1.8
1.7
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 0.6 20
0.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
4.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
2
1.8
1.7
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 7.6 10
7.6
All humectants
7.6
2
1.8
1.7
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 0.6 20
0.3
All occlusives
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
1.8
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 4.5 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
4.5
Sodium Hyaluronate
1.8
Tocopherol
0.3
Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
0.3
Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract
0.3
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
0.3
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
0.3
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract
0.3
Hydrolyzed Elastin
0.3
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract
0.3
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 3.5 5 No
All soothing
3.5
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Tranexamic Acid
Est. %80
Function
Origin
Tranexamic AcidA synthetic amino acid that is used as an astringent to stop the bleeding from small cuts. It also has proven anti-pigment and redness-reducing effects.
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Dipotassium GlycyrrhizateA licorice root derivative with powerful anti-inflammatory and soothing activities. It is often used as a flavoring agent in lip products.
Water
Est. %1.9
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.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %1.8
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Butylene Glycol
Est. %1.7
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol

A 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.

Phenoxyethanol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Hexylene Glycol
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Hexylene GlycolA multifunctional ingredient that is best known for its use as a solvent. It can dissolve both water-based ingredients and oils. For this reason, it can also function as an emulsifier, allowing oil and water ingredients to mix and remain stable.
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %1
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.
Polysorbate 20
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Polysorbate 20A viscous, amber-colored liquid that functions as a solubilizer to disperse small amounts of oil into a large water phase. Polysorbate 20 is frequently used to solubilize fragrance oils into water-based emulsions.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

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

Tocopherol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tocopherol

Simply another name for vitamin E. Tocopherol is a fantastic ingredient and especially beneficial for dry and inflamed skin. It has occlusive moisturizing, emollient, antioxidant, and photoprotective properties.

PEG-5 Glyceryl Trioleate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG-5 Glyceryl Trioleate
Squalane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
SqualaneAn occlusive moisturizing and emollient compound that forms part of the skin’s sebum. The main source of squalane had always been shark liver. Now, however, it is manufactured synthetically or derived from plant oils, such as olive and peanut oil.
Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camellia Oleifera Leaf ExtractAn emollient extract derived from the leaves of the Tea-oil Camellia, which is native to Southeast Asia. It contains astringent and wound-healing tannins that create a tightening feeling on the skin and can speed up the healing process of small cuts.
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil

An essential oil derived from the peels of the sweet orange. It is commonly used as a fragrance because of its pleasant, citrusy scent. The main constituent of the essential oil is limonene (up to 96%).

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) OilAn essential oil derived from common, or true, lavender. It is used in skincare for its lovely, calming scent. Like all essential oils, however, it may cause a contact skin allergy in more sensitive individuals.
Potassium Hydroxide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium HydroxideA very alkaline ingredient, meaning that it has a high pH. Potassium hydroxide is therefore useful in bringing a low pH in a cosmetic product up to a more neutral, skin-safe level.
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed Collagen

A humectant, film-forming, and emollient mixture of various proteins and peptides that were created by cutting the huge molecules of normal collagen into smaller pieces for better absorption. It also has some antioxidant properties.

Placental Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Placental Extract
Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit ExtractAn under-researched extract obtained from the eggplant fruit. Eggplant contains plant pigments called anthocyanins and phenolic compounds, such as chlorogenic acid, which are excellent antioxidants.
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosa Damascena Flower WaterA fragrant water that is leftover after the steam distillation of Damask rose petals. During this process, the essential oil floats to the surface of the water and is collected. The leftover water has a fresh, rosy scent.
Anhydroxylitol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
AnhydroxylitolA derivative of xylitol, a naturally occurring sugar alcohol. It has humectant moisturizing properties.
Camel Milk Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Camel Milk Extract
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf ExtractA soothing and astringent extract derived from the fragrant, spicy leaves of rosemary. It has strong antioxidant properties. Rosemary extract can reduce signs of inflammation and also acts as an emollient and antimicrobial agent.
Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Foeniculum Vulgare (Fennel) Fruit ExtractA fragrant extract derived from fennel that contains a warm, spicy essential oil and an emollient fatty oil.
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractAn extract derived from the flowers of the pot marigold. Its yellow to bright orange flowers contain carotenoids, triterpenoids, and flavonoids. They all have fantastic anti-inflammatory activity and can help to soothe inflamed skin.
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus ExtractDerived from camel grass (also known as West Indian lemongrass), this soothing extract contains fragrant lemon-scented essential oil, antioxidant flavonoids, resorcinol, and phenolic acids.
Yeast Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Yeast ExtractAlso labeled as faex extract, this is a natural ingredient derived from fresh yeast. It is used in skincare as a humectant. Yeast extract also helps to shield injured or exposed skin and can aid in the skin’s wound healing process.
Hydrolyzed Elastin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hydrolyzed ElastinAn elastic protein of animal origin that has been processed into smaller, water-soluble peptide fragments. It can be used to treat rough and chapped skin, as well as combat skin dryness.
Sodium Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium PhosphateA sodium salt of phosphoric acid that increases pH.
Calcium Dihydrogen Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Calcium Dihydrogen Phosphate
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit ExtractDerived from the golden kiwi fruit, this extract is rich in humectant polysaccharides and antioxidant organic acids, as well as phenolic compounds.
Orchid Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Orchid Extract
Hair Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hair Extract
Tuna Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Tuna Extract
Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract

An extract from the seeds and pulp of pomelo. It contains vitamin E, flavonoids, tannins, and limonoids, and has antioxidant, soothing, and astringent properties. The seeds mostly contain emollient fatty oil.

Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit ExtractAn extract derived from apple fruit that has humectant moisturizing and antioxidant properties, as well as gentle anti-pigment effects. It contains humectant sugars, anti-pigment organic acids, and flavonoids.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Juice
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Juice