Batiste XXL Volume Dry Shampoo Versus IGK Hair Direct Flight Multi-Tasking Dry Shampoo
Updated on April 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe dry shampoos. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Batiste XXL Volume Dry Shampoo 18 ingredients
IGK Hair Direct Flight Multi-Tasking Dry Shampoo 25 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Batiste XXL Volume Dry Shampoo 18 ingredients
IGK Hair Direct Flight Multi-Tasking Dry Shampoo 25 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Butane
Isobutane
Propane
Oryza Sativa Starch
AbsorbentAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Talc
Abrasive
Silica
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin
CleansingPlukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil
Emollient
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Distearyldimonium Chloride
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
Masking
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Butane, Isobutane, Propane, Oryza Sativa Starch, Alcohol Denat., Talc, Silica, Parfum, Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin, Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Distearyldimonium Chloride, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde, Cetrimonium Chloride, Tocopherol
Butane
Propane
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Curcuma Longa Root Extract
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Silica
Abrasive
Sodium Bicarbonate
Abrasive
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningAminopropyl Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Benzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclohexasiloxane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Coumarin
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Butane, Propane, Alcohol Denat., Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Curcuma Longa Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Silica, Sodium Bicarbonate, Charcoal Powder, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Aminopropyl Phenyl Trimethicone, Benzophenone-4, Polysorbate 20, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Glycerin, Water, Parfum, Coumarin, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol with other additives.
This ingredient gets a bad rep because it is irritating and drying - mostly due to its astringent property. Astringents draw out natural oils in tissue, constricting pores and leaving your skin dried out.
However, alcohol denat. is not all that bad.
Due to its low molecular weight, alcohol denat. tends to evaporate quickly. One study on pig skin found half of applied alcohol evaporated in 10 seconds and less than 3% stayed on skin.
This also helps other ingredients become better absorbed upon application.
Studies are conflicted about whether this ingredient causes skin dehydration. One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased skin dryness and irritation. Another study found irritation only occurs if your skin is already damaged.
Small amounts of alcohol are generally tolerated by oily skin or people who live in humid environments.
The rule of thumb is if this alcohol is near the end of an ingredients list, it will probably not affect your skin much.
Also...
This ingredient has antimicrobial and solvent properties.
The antimicrobial property helps preserve products and increase their shelf life. As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.Butane is a gas derived from petroleum and natural gas. It is used as an aerosol propellant.
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 LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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 ParfumPropane is a gas derived from petroleum and natural gas. It is used as a propellant.
This ingredient is most commonly used in shaving cream, hair products, and makeup.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolIngredient Ratings
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