Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner versus MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner .
Last updated on August 15, 2023. Published on September 09, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe leave-in conditioners. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils and sulfates
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Leave-in Conditioner
A type of no-rinse conditioner that hydrates the hair.
Leave-in Conditioner
A type of no-rinse conditioner that hydrates the hair.
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Ingredient Info
Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner 43 ingredients
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner 44 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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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
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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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
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner 43 ingredients
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner 44 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner 43 ingredients
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner 44 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Isopropyl Palmitate • Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer • Behentrimonium Chloride • Diheptyl Succinate • Quaternium-91 • Persea Gratissima Oil • Squalane • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil • Brassica Campestris Seed Oil • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Sodium Hyaluronate • Polyglutamic Acid • Spirulina Platensis Extract • Cocos Nucifera Water • Emblica Officinalis Fruit Extract • Curcuma Longa Root Extract • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Glycerin • Behentrimonium Methosulfate • Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Polyquaternium-37 • Polyquaternium-73 • Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Polyquaternium-7 • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Ppg-1 Trideceth-6 • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Chloride • Isopropyl Alcohol • Citric Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Benzyl Benzoate • Hydroxycitronellal • Limonene
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Propanediol • Cetyl Alcohol • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Hordeum Vulgare Seed Extract • Parfum • Hydrolyzed Rice Protein • Hydrolyzed Quinoa • Wheat Amino Acids • Soy Amino Acids • Citric Acid • Glucose • Glycerin • Dimethicone • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Behentrimonium Methosulfate • Stearamine Oxide • Olealkonium Chloride • Behentrimonium Chloride • Amodimethicone • Isopropyl Alcohol • Caprylic/Capric Glycerides Polyglyceryl-10 Esters • Xylitylglucoside • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Anhydroxylitol • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride • Xylitol • Trideceth-12 • Polyquaternium-7 • Polyquaternium-11 • C12-13 Pareth-9 • Cetrimonium Chloride • Arginine Hcl • Serine • Threonine • Algin • Chitosan • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Benzyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol
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Ingredients Explained
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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 Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholAmika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
This ingredient is a preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 5.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinAmika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 22.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate is an ammonium salt. It is mainly used to prevent static in haircare products as a surfactant.
Surfactants have differing ends: one side is hydrophilic while the other end is hydrophobic.
Surfactants also help your cleansers remove pollutants more easily from the skin.
Learn more about Behentrimonium MethosulfateAmika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 18.
This ingredient is derived from guar gum.
It is a conditioning ingredient, meaning it helps soften skin and hair.
Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 25.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 26.
Polyquaternium-7 is a light to clear colored liquid. It is commonly found in haircare products for its film-forming and anti-static properties.
According to a manufacturer, it is a non-paraben and specially developed for negatively charged surfactant systems. This makes it a great hairstyle holder and helps to improve wet hair detangling without adding buildup.
Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 29.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 32.
Isopropyl Alcohol is more commonly known as rubbing alcohol. It is most commonly used as a solvent, meaning it helps other ingredients dissolve.
This ingredient is an astringent alcohol. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin as they high amounts may strip away your skin's natural oils.
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 Isopropyl AlcoholAmika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 35.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 36.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateAmika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 37.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 41.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateAmika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 38.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 42.
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.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 39.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 44.
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 Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 40.
MoroccanOil Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 8.
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