Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Shampoo versus MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo .
Published on August 02, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Shampoo 36 ingredients
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo 53 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
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 Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Shampoo 36 ingredients
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo 53 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Shampoo 36 ingredients
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo 53 ingredients
Water • Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate • Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine • Coco-Glucoside • Glycol Distearate • 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 • Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate • Cocamide Mipa • Coconut Acid • Polyester-11 • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Polyquaternium-7 • Polyquaternium-73 • Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Isethionate • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Chloride • Citric Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Benzyl Benzoate • Hydroxycitronellal • Limonene
Water • Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate • Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate • Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine • Cocamide Mea • Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate • Glycol Distearate • Dimethicone • Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Persea Gratissima Oil • Hydrolyzed Silk • Keratin Amino Acids • Hydrolyzed Keratin • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Propylene Glycol • Panthenol • Amodimethicone • Cetrimonium Chloride • Trideceth-12 • Dimethiconol • Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer • C12-13 Pareth-23 • C12-13 Pareth-3 • Polyquaternium-10 • Sodium PCA • Quaternium-80 • Polyquaternium-7 • Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride • Peg-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate • Peg-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides • Citric Acid • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Chlorphenesin • CI 17200 • CI 19140 • Sodium Acetate • Isopropyl Alcohol • Tetrasodium EDTA • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Benzoate • Potassium Sorbate • Parfum • Cyclopentasiloxane • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde • Linalool • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
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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 Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is a synthetic cleansing agent, though it is derived from coconut oil.
It is used to enhance the texture of products by boosting lather and thickening the texture. As a cleanser, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine is mild.
Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 3.
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 4.
Glycol Distearate serves as a pearlizing or opacifying agent in cosmetic products.
It's often included in cleansers and haircare products to give them a lustrous or shimmering appearance.
It is derived from stearic acid, a natural fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils and animal fats.
Glycol Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Glycol DistearateAmika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 5.
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 22.
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 32.
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 Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 26.
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 46.
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 Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 30.
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 36.
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 Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 31.
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 47.
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 Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 32.
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 37.
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 Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 33.
MoroccanOil Moisture Repair Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 48.
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