Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair versus L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair .
Last updated on April 25, 2024. Published on April 20, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both shampoos. They have a total of 18 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, silicones and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair 25 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair 35 ingredients
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Vegan
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Not Cruelty Free
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Alcohol Free
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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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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair 25 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair 35 ingredients
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Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair 25 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair 35 ingredients
Water • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Coco-Betaine • Sodium Chloride • Glycol Distearate • Dimethicone • Citric Acid • Parfum • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Hydroxide • Hexylene Glycol • Cocamide Mipa • Salicylic Acid • Carbomer • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Limonene • Squalane • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Hexyl Cinnamal • Coumarin • Benzyl Alcohol • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Linalool • Amyl Cinnamal • Fumaric Acid
Water • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Dimethicone • Sodium Chloride • Citric Acid • Hexylene Glycol • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Hydroxide • Amodimethicone • Carbomer • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Trideceth-10 • Glycerin • Salicylic Acid • Glycol Distearate • Linalool • Mica • Peg-100 Stearate • Hexyl Cinnamal • Phenoxyethanol • Steareth-6 • Coco-Betaine • Trideceth-3 • CI 77891 • Limonene • Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract • Acetic Acid • Fumaric Acid • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • CI 19140 • Hydrolyzed Corn Protein • Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • CI 17200 • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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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 WaterBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 1.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 1.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying ingredient. It is created from palm kernel oil or coconut oil. SLES is not the same as sodium lauryl sulfate. It is much milder and less likely to irritate.
SLES helps create foam in personal products. It also prevents ingredients from separating, helping to elongate the shelf life.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a type of sulfate. It can be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Laureth SulfateBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 2.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 2.
Coco-Betaine is the natural version of Cocamidopropyl Betaine. It is often derived from coconuts.
Coco-Betaine is a surfactant, meaning it helps remove dirt and oil from the skin.
Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 3.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 23.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 4.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 5.
Glycol Distearate serves as a pearlizing or opacifying agent in cosmetic products.
It's often included in cleansers and haircare products to give them a lustrous or shimmering appearance.
It is derived from stearic acid, a natural fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils and animal fats.
Glycol Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Glycol DistearateBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 5.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 16.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 6.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 AcidBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 7.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 ParfumBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 8.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 35.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 9.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 10.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 9.
Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant. Glycols are a class of alcohols. Hexylene Glycol is a surfactant and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, Hexylene Glycol helps gather dirt and oil on your skin to be washed away.
As an emulsifier, Hexylene Glycol helps keep water and oil together. This prevents them from separating in a product. Hexylene Glycol also thins out the texture of a product by lessening viscosity.
Hexylene Glycol has a small molecular weight.
Learn more about Hexylene GlycolBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 11.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 7.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 13.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 15.
Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.
Carbomer is commonly found in many types of cosmetics products. It is found to be safe in concentrations up to 15%. However, a high amount of carbomer can cause pilling or balling up of products. Most products contain 1% of less of carbomer.
Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 14.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 11.
This ingredient is derived from guar gum.
It is a conditioning ingredient, meaning it helps soften skin and hair.
Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 15.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 LimoneneBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 16.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 26.
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.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 19.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 LinaloolBiolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 23.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 17.
We don't have a description for Fumaric Acid.
Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 25.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Shampoo for Damaged Hair contains this as ingredient number 29.
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Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair 25 ingredients
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Biolage Strength Recovery Shampoo For Damaged Hair 25 ingredients
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