BioSilk Silk Therapy Shampoo Versus Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Lemon Sage Thickening Shampoo
Updated on January 24, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
BioSilk Silk Therapy Shampoo 37 ingredients
Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Lemon Sage Thickening Shampoo 21 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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BioSilk Silk Therapy Shampoo 37 ingredients
Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Lemon Sage Thickening Shampoo 21 ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Glycine
Buffering
Acrylates Copolymer
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Silk
HumectantHydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Lauroamphoacetate
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Dimethicone
Emollient
Polyquaternium-74
Skin ConditioningLaureth-7
EmulsifyingXylitylglucoside
HumectantAnhydroxylitol
HumectantXylitol
HumectantSymphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Salvia Sclarea Extract
AntiseborrhoeicGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Steareth-4
EmulsifyingPEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
Emulsifying
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycine, Acrylates Copolymer, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Silk, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Panthenol, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Dimethicone, Polyquaternium-74, Laureth-7, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Salvia Sclarea Extract, Glycol Distearate, Steareth-4, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Methylisothiazolinone, Parfum, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Limonene, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Cocamide Mipa
EmulsifyingMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenyl Ethyl Ether
Polyquaternium-10
Sodium Xylenesulfonate
Tetrasodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Isopropanolamine
BufferingMethylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Magnesium Chloride
Magnesium Nitrate
Parfum
Masking
Citral
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamide Mipa, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Panthenol, Panthenyl Ethyl Ether, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium Xylenesulfonate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Isopropanolamine, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Magnesium Chloride, Magnesium Nitrate, Parfum, Citral, Limonene
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolMI is a preservative and known skin irritant. In the past, MI was used for its ability to prevent bacteria, yeast, and fungi growth in low doses.
Nowadays, you'll most likely see MI combined with Methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI). Trade names for this combination include Kathon CG or Euxyl K 100.
Since then, numerous studies have shown this ingredient to cause contact dermatitis, or skin irritation.
The use of this ingredient varies around the world:
Learn more about MethylisothiazolinoneParfum 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 ParfumLimonene 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 LimoneneCitric 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 AcidIngredient Ratings
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