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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Aussie SOS Save My Lengths! 3 In 1 Hair Oil versus L'Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Absolut Repair 10 In 1 Perfecting Multipurpose Spray .

Last updated on February 05, 2024. Published on March 16, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe hair oils. They have a total of 6 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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Hair Oil American Brand United States
Hair Oil American Brand United States

Hair Oil

Oil-based hair treatment to help nourish the hair.

Hair Oil

Oil-based hair treatment to help nourish the hair.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane

Aussie SOS Save My Lengths! 3 In 1 Hair Oil contains this as ingredient number 1.

L'Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Absolut Repair 10 In 1 Perfecting Multipurpose Spray contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Moisturising
Community Rating: Disliked

Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.

This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.

Aussie SOS Save My Lengths! 3 In 1 Hair Oil contains this as ingredient number 2.

L'Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Absolut Repair 10 In 1 Perfecting Multipurpose Spray contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Aussie SOS Save My Lengths! 3 In 1 Hair Oil contains this as ingredient number 3.

L'Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Absolut Repair 10 In 1 Perfecting Multipurpose Spray contains this as ingredient number 9.

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What it does: Perfuming, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Limonene

Aussie SOS Save My Lengths! 3 In 1 Hair Oil contains this as ingredient number 4.

L'Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Absolut Repair 10 In 1 Perfecting Multipurpose Spray contains this as ingredient number 7.

5
What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.

This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.

Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.

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Aussie SOS Save My Lengths! 3 In 1 Hair Oil contains this as ingredient number 6.

L'Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Absolut Repair 10 In 1 Perfecting Multipurpose Spray contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.

Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.

Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.

Learn more about Linalool

Aussie SOS Save My Lengths! 3 In 1 Hair Oil contains this as ingredient number 8.

L'Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Absolut Repair 10 In 1 Perfecting Multipurpose Spray contains this as ingredient number 3.

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