Aussie Miracle Curls Leave-In Detangling Milk Versus Creme of Nature Argan Oil For Natural Hair Moisture Recovery Leave-In Curl Milk
Updated on September 13, 2024
Overview
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Aussie Miracle Curls Leave-In Detangling Milk 22 ingredients
Creme of Nature Argan Oil For Natural Hair Moisture Recovery Leave-In Curl Milk 35 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Aussie Miracle Curls Leave-In Detangling Milk 22 ingredients
Creme of Nature Argan Oil For Natural Hair Moisture Recovery Leave-In Curl Milk 35 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Quaternium-18
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
PEG-2m
Emulsion StabilisingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Methylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Oleyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Lysine Hcl
Skin Conditioning
EDTA
Water, Dimethicone, Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Parfum, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Stearyl Alcohol, Quaternium-18, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Benzyl Alcohol, PEG-2m, Cetearyl Alcohol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Oleyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 60, Lysine Hcl, EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningButyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dicetyldimonium Chloride
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Polyquaternium-37
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
PEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingHydrogenated Vegetable Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Butyrospermum Parkii Oil
Emollient
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Acetate
BufferingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Linalool
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dicetyldimonium Chloride, Parfum, Polyquaternium-37, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Polysorbate 60, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, PEG-150 Distearate, Ceteareth-20, Lauryl Glucoside, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Isopropyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Sodium Acetate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Benzyl Benzoate, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, CI 19140, CI 14700
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 AlcoholCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidCocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
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 Cocos Nucifera OilHydroxyethylcellulose is used to improve the texture of products. It is created from a chemical reaction involving ethylene oxide and alkali-cellulose. Cellulose is a sugar found in plant cell walls and help give plants structure.
This ingredient helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating. It can also help thicken the texture of a product.
This ingredient can also be found in pill medicines to help our bodies digest other ingredients.
Learn more about HydroxyethylcelluloseParfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
Polysorbate 60 is used to help stabilize products. It is a surfactant and emulsifier. These properties help keep ingredients together in a product. Surfactants help reduce surface tension between ingredients with different states, such as liquids and solids. Emulsifiers help prevent oils and waters from separating.
Polysorbate 60 is sorbitol-based and created from the ethoxylation of sorbitan. Ethoxylation is a chemical reaction used to add ethylene oxide. Sorbitan is a the dehydrated version of sorbitol, a sugar found in fruits.
In this case, the 60 comes from reacting 60 units of ethylene oxide with sorbitan.
Polysorbates are commonly used in medicine and foods.
Learn more about Polysorbate 60Water. 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!
Learn more about WaterIngredient Ratings
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