Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Amika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo versus REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo .
Published on May 11, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Amika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo 35 ingredients
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo 24 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Amika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo 35 ingredients
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo 24 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Amika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo 35 ingredients
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo 24 ingredients
Water • Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate • Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate • Lauryl Betaine • Glycerin • Polysorbate 20 • Larix Europaea Wood Extract • Hydrolyzed Rice Protein • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein • Vp/Dmapa Acrylates Copolymer • Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil • Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract • Urtica Dioica Extract • Morus Alba Root Extract • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Glycine • Pouteria Sapota Seed Oil • Persea Gratissima Oil • Sodium Phytate • Sodium Metabisulfite • Zinc Chloride • Citric Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • Parfum • Sodium Chloride • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Hydroxide • Benzalkonium Chloride • Benzyl Alcohol • Potassium Sorbate • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Hydroxycitronellal • Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde • Limonene
Water • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Coco-Betaine • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate • Sodium Chloride • Glycol Distearate • Hexylene Glycol • Parfum • Aminopropyl Triethoxysilane • Acrylates Copolymer • Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Alcohol Denat. • Polyquaternium-30 • Citric Acid • Benzyl Alcohol • Linalool • Hexyl Cinnamal • Magnesium Nitrate • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Limonene • Methylchloroisothiazolinone • Magnesium Chloride • Methylisothiazolinone • Sodium Hydroxide
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
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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.
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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterAmika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidAmika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 22.
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 14.
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.
Learn more about ParfumAmika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 25.
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 8.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideAmika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 26.
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 5.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideAmika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 28.
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 24.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholAmika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 30.
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 15.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
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.
Learn more about LimoneneAmika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 35.
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 20.
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Amika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo 35 ingredients
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo 24 ingredients
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Amika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo 35 ingredients
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo 24 ingredients
Reviews
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Amika 3D Volume and Thickening Shampoo 35 ingredients
REDKEN Volume Injection Shampoo 24 ingredients
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Does what it claims
Worked well for my fine, curly hair. Visibly voluminous hair
- Doesn't lather very well so you have to use a lot of it
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Does what it claims
Worked well for my fine, curly hair. Visibly voluminous hair
- Doesn't lather very well so you have to use a lot of it
- Quite expensive
- Isn't harsh, sometimes had to shampoo twice
Probably won't be buying again but had no actual issues with the product!
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