Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Amika Normcore Signature Conditioner versus Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner .
Published on October 20, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 12 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 or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
Price
Ingredient Info
Amika Normcore Signature Conditioner 27 ingredients
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner 29 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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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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
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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 🎉
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Amika Normcore Signature Conditioner 27 ingredients
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner 29 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Amika Normcore Signature Conditioner 27 ingredients
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner 29 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Behentrimonium Chloride • Parfum • Glycerin • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Extract • Silicone Quaternium-8 • Trideceth-10 • Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer • Diheptyl Succinate • Isopropyl Alcohol • Cocamide Mipa • Polyquaternium-37 • Caprylyl Glycol • Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexylene Glycol • Ppg-1 Trideceth-6 • Citric Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Limonene • Hydroxycitronellal • Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde • Citronellol
Water • Cetyl Alcohol • Behentrimonium Chloride • Glyceryl Distearate • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Glyceryl Stearate • Glycereth-26 • Panthenol • Parfum • Silicone Quaternium-17 • Amodimethicone • Isopropyl Alcohol • Phenyl Trimethicone • Glycerin • Hydroxyethyl Behenamidopropyl Dimonium Chloride • Ozokerite • Trideceth-12 • Cetrimonium Chloride • Citric Acid • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hippophae Rhamnoides Seed Oil • Diazolidinyl Urea • Phenoxyethanol • Sodium Benzoate • Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Limonene • Hydroxycitronellal • Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 3.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 12.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 12.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Amika Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 17.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 20.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 19.
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 Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 22.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.
Butylphenyl Methylpropional is a synthetic fragrance. You might know it as "lilial". The scent of this ingredient is floral-like and similar to the scent of lily flowers.
In March of 2022, the EU banned this ingredient in both rinse-off and leave-on products. This is because research found Butylphenyl Methylpropional to disrupt fertility in rats.
This ingredient is also a known EU allergen, meaning it is likely to cause an allergic reaction. Irritated skin can be damaging.
We always recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns or questions about this ingredient.
Learn more about Butylphenyl MethylpropionalAmika Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 24.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 27.
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.
Amika Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 25.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 28.
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde is a synthetic fragrance. The more common name for this ingredient is Lyral.
The scent of lyral is described as sweet and floral-like.
Lyral is a known EU allergen and causes contact dermatitis when applied to the skin.
Learn more about Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene CarboxaldehydeAmika Normcore Signature Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 26.
Amika Velveteen Dream Smoothing Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 29.
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