Amika Flash Instant Shine Mask Versus Kérastase Soin Acide Chroma Gloss Hair Gloss
Updated on April 19, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe hair masks. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Amika Flash Instant Shine Mask 49 ingredients
Kérastase Soin Acide Chroma Gloss Hair Gloss 21 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Amika Flash Instant Shine Mask 49 ingredients
Kérastase Soin Acide Chroma Gloss Hair Gloss 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Linseed Seed
HumectantVitis Vinifera Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningWine Extract
Antioxidant
Glycine Soja Germ Extract
EmollientScutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentHippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil
Antimicrobial
Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingArginine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Histidine
Humectant
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningPhenylalanine
Masking
Proline
Skin ConditioningSerine
Masking
Threonine
Valine
MaskingLactic Acid
Buffering
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Sodium Lactate
BufferingPCA
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Lactobacillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningCalcium Gluconate
HumectantPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyquaternium-7
Polyquaternium-10
Cellulose
AbsorbentPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Propanediol
Solvent
Silicone Quaternium-8
Trideceth-10
CleansingHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Acetate
BufferingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Parfum
Masking
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Linseed Seed, Vitis Vinifera Leaf Extract, Wine Extract, Glycine Soja Germ Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil, Triticum Vulgare Germ Extract, Glycine, Alanine, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Histidine, Isoleucine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Serine, Threonine, Valine, Lactic Acid, Cetrimonium Chloride, Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate, PCA, Citric Acid, Benzophenone-4, Lactobacillus Ferment, Calcium Gluconate, Propylene Glycol, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-10, Cellulose, Polysorbate 20, Propanediol, Silicone Quaternium-8, Trideceth-10, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Ethylhexylglycerin, Gluconolactone, Sodium Acetate, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Parfum, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Parfum
Masking
Lactic Acid
Buffering
PEG-14 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
PPG-10 Methyl Glucose Ether
Skin ConditioningDi-C12-13 Alkyl Malate
EmollientTocopherol
Antioxidant
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol Denat., Propylene Glycol, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Myristyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Parfum, Lactic Acid, PEG-14 Dimethicone, PPG-10 Methyl Glucose Ether, Di-C12-13 Alkyl Malate, Tocopherol, Tartaric Acid, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Ceramide AP
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidLimonene 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 LimoneneParfum 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 ParfumPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolWater. 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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Amika Flash Instant Shine Mask 49 ingredients
Kérastase Soin Acide Chroma Gloss Hair Gloss 21 ingredients
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