Amika 3D Thickening Treatment Versus Aveda Volumizing Tonic
Updated on January 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe styling creams & sprays. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Amika 3D Thickening Treatment 35 ingredients
Aveda Volumizing Tonic 14 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Amika 3D Thickening Treatment 35 ingredients
Aveda Volumizing Tonic 14 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
Magnesium Sulfate
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingVp/Dmapa Acrylates Copolymer
Larix Europaea Wood Extract
HumectantCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningUrtica Dioica Extract
AstringentMorus Alba Root Extract
BleachingZinc Chloride
SoothingGlycine
Buffering
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Pouteria Sapota Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Water, Alcohol, Butylene Glycol, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Glycerin, Magnesium Sulfate, Pvp, Vp/Dmapa Acrylates Copolymer, Larix Europaea Wood Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Zinc Chloride, Glycine, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Pouteria Sapota Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Metabisulfite, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Citronellol, Coumarin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Hydroxycitronellal is a fragrance created from citronellal. The smell of hydroxycitronellal is often described as "citrus-like" or "melon-like".
Hydroxycitronellal is a known EU allergen and may cause irritation when applied to the skin.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient 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.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
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.
Learn more about ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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