Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Amika Top Gloss Shine Spray versus Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray .
Published on September 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe styling creams & sprays. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Styling Creams & Spray
Cream and spray products that help style hair. Some spray products include blowout sprays and sea-salt sprays.
Styling Creams & Spray
Cream and spray products that help style hair. Some spray products include blowout sprays and sea-salt sprays.
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Ingredient Info
Amika Top Gloss Shine Spray 19 ingredients
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray 30 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 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Amika Top Gloss Shine Spray 19 ingredients
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray 30 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Amika Top Gloss Shine Spray 19 ingredients
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray 30 ingredients
Isobutane • Isododecane • Alcohol Denat. • Propane • C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate • C13-15 Alkane • Trisiloxane • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil • Water • Phenyl Trimethicone • Caprylyl Methicone • Polyquaternium-59 • Butylene Glycol • Parfum • Benzyl Benzoate • Hydroxycitronellal • Limonene • Citronellol • Coumarin
Butane • Disiloxane • Water • Propane • Pvp • Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil • Vp/Dmapa Acrylates Copolymer • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • Cetyl PCA • Phenyl Trimethicone • Propylene Glycol • Quaternium-26 • Polyquaternium-59 • Butylene Glycol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Hexylene Glycol • Hydroxyethyl Behenamidopropyl Dimonium Chloride • Microcrystalline Wax • Paraffin • Polyethylene • Benzalkonium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Parfum • Benzyl Benzoate • Hydroxycitronellal • Limonene • Citronellol
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.
We don't have a description for Propane.
Amika Top Gloss Shine Spray contains this as ingredient number 4.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray contains this as ingredient number 4.
Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed Oil comes from the seabuckthorn plant. It is rich in tocopherols, tocotrienols, and plant sterols.
This oil is rich in fatty acids, including: two types of linoleic acid (~30-34%), oleic acid (17%), and palmiteic acid (35%). Note these numbers are averages, and different parts of the plant will vary.
Palmitoleic acid has been shown to help soothe inflammation and promote wound healing. It is also naturally found in the fat of our skin.
Learn more about Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit/Seed OilAmika Top Gloss Shine Spray contains this as ingredient number 8.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 Top Gloss Shine Spray contains this as ingredient number 9.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray contains this as ingredient number 3.
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconeAmika Top Gloss Shine Spray contains this as ingredient number 10.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray contains this as ingredient number 11.
We don't have a description for Polyquaternium-59.
Amika Top Gloss Shine Spray contains this as ingredient number 12.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray contains this as ingredient number 14.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Amika Top Gloss Shine Spray contains this as ingredient number 13.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 Top Gloss Shine Spray contains this as ingredient number 14.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray contains this as ingredient number 26.
Benzyl Benzoate is usually created from the condensation of benzoic acid and benzyl alcohol. It is used as a preservative, solvent, and has a floral/balsamic scent in large amounts.
As a preservative, Benzyl Benzoate works against bacteria and fungus. It is often used to treat scabies and lice in medicine.
Solvents are used to keep ingredients together in a product. They can help dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
Due to its fragrance, Benzyl Benzoate can be sensitizing and may cause contact dermatitis. It is a known EU allergen. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Benzyl Benzoate can be naturally found in cranberries and peaches.
Learn more about Benzyl BenzoateAmika Top Gloss Shine Spray contains this as ingredient number 15.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray 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 Top Gloss Shine Spray contains this as ingredient number 16.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray contains this as ingredient number 28.
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 Top Gloss Shine Spray contains this as ingredient number 17.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray contains this as ingredient number 29.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolAmika Top Gloss Shine Spray contains this as ingredient number 18.
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray contains this as ingredient number 30.
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Amika Top Gloss Shine Spray 19 ingredients
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray 30 ingredients
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Amika Top Gloss Shine Spray 19 ingredients
Amika The Shield Anti-Humidity Spray 30 ingredients
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