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What they are

These products are both cruelty-free hair oils. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils

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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Hairdresser's Invisible Oil Heat/UV Protective Primer
Water Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

Cetearyl Alcohol Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
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Fatty Alcohol  •  3 Concerns

Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.

2 Com. / 1 Irr.
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Butylene Glycol Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
1 / 0

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

1 Com. / 0 Irr.
Peg-12 Glyceryl Dimyristate Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Peg-12 Glyceryl Dimyristate.

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Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning
2-3 / 0
Oil  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil comes from the grape vine. Grape seeds are a byproduct of creating grape juice or wine.

2-3 Com. / 0 Irr.
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil Skin Conditioning
3 / 0
Oil  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil comes from the sweet almond, a tree native to Iran. This oil has no fragrance and is non-volatile.

3 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil Skin Conditioning
Oil  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Macadamia Seed oil is an emollient. It is rich in fatty acids: oleic, linoleic, and palmitoleic.

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Cocos Nucifera Oil Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
4 / 0
Fragrance  •  Oil  •  2 Concerns

Cocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.

4 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract.

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Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Oil  •  Helps hydrate Dry Skin  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is derived from the kernels of the argania spinosa tree. You may know it as argan oil.

Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil Masking, Skin Conditioning
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Oil  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Carthamus tinctorius seed oil comes from safflower, one of humanity's oldest crops.

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Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch

We don't have a description for Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Corn Starch.

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Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol.

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Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol.

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Dimethicone Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
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Silicon

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Glycerin Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
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2 Benefits

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

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Sodium Hyaluronate Humectant, Skin Conditioning
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Hyaluronic Acid

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

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Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Sulfate

Behentrimonium Methosulfate is an ammonium salt. It is mainly used to prevent static in haircare products as a surfactant.

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Distearyldimonium Chloride

We don't have a description for Distearyldimonium Chloride.

Dimethiconol Emollient, Moisturising

Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.

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Cetrimonium Chloride Antimicrobial, Emulsifying, Preservative
Preservative

This ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane UV Absorber, UV Filter
Chemical UV Filter  •  2 Concerns

Also known as Avobenzone, this ingredient is a chemical sunscreen filter that provides protection in the UV-A range.

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Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate UV Absorber, UV Filter
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Chemical UV Filter  •  2 Concerns

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.

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Sodium Chloride Masking
3 Concerns

Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.

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Citric Acid Buffering, Masking
AHA  •  4 Benefits  •  2 Concerns

Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).

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BHA Antioxidant, Masking
Antioxidant

This BHA stands for butylated hydroxyanisole. If you are looking for the beta-hydroxy acid, aka as Salicylic Acid, click here.

Parfum Masking, Perfuming
Fragrance  •  2 Concerns

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

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Hexyl Cinnamal Perfuming
Fragrance  •  EU Allergen

Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.

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Linalool Perfuming
Fragrance  •  2 Concerns

Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.

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Limonene Perfuming, Solvent
Fragrance

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

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Potassium Sorbate Preservative
Preservative

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

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Phenoxyethanol Preservative
Preservative

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

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Don't Despair, Repair! Strengthening Treatment Hair Oil
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride Masking, Skin Conditioning

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.

Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Oil  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.

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Ethyl Macadamiate Skin Conditioning
Not safe for Fungal Acne

Ethyl Macadamiate isn't fungal acne safe.

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Rose Flower Oil Masking
Oil  •  EU Allergen

Rose Flower Oil is an oil.

Ceramide NP Skin Conditioning
Ceramide  •  4 Benefits

Ceramide NP is a type of ceramide.

Squalane Emollient, Skin Conditioning
1 / 0
Helps hydrate Dry Skin

Squalane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.
Rose Extract Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Rose Extract.

Fragaria Ananassa Seed Oil Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Antioxidant  •  Oil  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Fragaria Ananassa Seed Oil comes from garden strawberry. It is a hybrid strawberry created from wild strawberries.

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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil Skin Conditioning
3 / 0
Oil  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil comes from the sweet almond, a tree native to Iran. This oil has no fragrance and is non-volatile.

3 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Undaria Pinnatifida Extract Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting

Undaria Pinnatifida Extract comes from a kelp native to the northern Pacific Ocean. It is more commonly known as "wakame".

Santalum Album Oil Masking
Oil  •  2 Concerns

Santalum Album Oil is created from the Santalum album, or the East Indian sandalwood tree. This oil has fragrance and masking properties due to its unique scent.

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Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil Masking, Perfuming
Fragrance  •  Oil

Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.

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Pogostemon Cablin Leaf Oil Masking
Oil  •  EU Allergen

This ingredient is commonly known as Patchouli oil.

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Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Oil Masking, Perfuming, Tonic
Fragrance  •  Oil

Elettaria Cardamomum Seed Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.

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Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil Antimicrobial, Perfuming, Tonic
Fragrance  •  Oil

Ferula Galbaniflua Resin Oil is a fragrance and is an oil.

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Panthenol Skin Conditioning
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Helps reduce irritation

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

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Rosa Canina Fruit Oil Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Oil  •  Good for Scar Healing  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Rosehip Oil is a nonfragrant plant oil. Rosehips are a fruit from a rose bush and are edible. This oil helps even out skin tone, has anti-aging properties, and is good for reducing inflammation.

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid

Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid is a form of hyaluronic acid. It is created by the hydrolysis of hyaluronic acid with a high molecular weight. Once created, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid has a low molecular weight.

Prunus Domestica Seed Oil Skin Conditioning
Oil  •  Not safe for Fungal Acne

Prunus Domestica Seed Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.

Tocopheryl Acetate Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
0 / 0
Vitamin E  •  Antioxidant  •  Helps brighten skin

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

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Dicaprylyl Ether Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Dicaprylyl Ether is created from caprylic acid. It is a texture-enhancer and emollient.

1,2-Hexanediol Skin Conditioning, Solvent

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

Dicaprylyl Carbonate Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Dicaprylyl Carbonate comes from carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol. It is an emollient and gives skin a velvet feel. The sources of Dicaprylyl Carbonate may be synthetic or from animals.

Malic Acid Buffering
AHA  •  4 Benefits  •  2 Concerns

Malic Acid is an AHA derived from unripe fruit. The word "Malic" comes from the word "Malum". In Latin, "Malum" means apple.

Tocopherol Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
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Vitamin E  •  Antioxidant  •  4 Benefits  •  May cause irritation

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

0-3 Com. / 0-3 Irr.
Parfum Masking, Perfuming
Fragrance  •  2 Concerns

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Skin Conditioning
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil comes from the sweet almond, a tree native to Iran. This oil has no fragrance and is non-volatile.

Almonds contain healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. It is a rich source of Vitamin E, a great antioxidant and skin conditioning ingredient. Sweet almond oil contains fatty acids such as linolenic acid and triglycerides.

The content of sweet almond oil makes it a great emollient; it can help soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a barrier over your skin to trap moisture in. Sweet almond oil has antioxidant properties. This may help with anti-aging, as antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are unstable molecules that may damage your skin's cells.

Those with an almond allergy should be careful of this ingredient and speak with a professional about using it in your skincare.

This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.

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Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "Parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.

For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.

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Hairdresser's Invisible Oil Heat/UV Protective Primer
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Don't Despair, Repair! Strengthening Treatment Hair Oil
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When to use

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67% use every day
2 Routines
50% use in am
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100% use every day