Boots Anti-Dandruff Ketoconazole 2% w/w Shampoo Versus Nizoral 2% Ketoconazole Shampoo
Updated on October 01, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Boots Anti-Dandruff Ketoconazole 2% w/w Shampoo 11 ingredients
Nizoral 2% Ketoconazole Shampoo 12 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Boots Anti-Dandruff Ketoconazole 2% w/w Shampoo 11 ingredients
Nizoral 2% Ketoconazole Shampoo 12 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is a cleansing agent, surfactant, and foam booster. It considered an alternative to traditional sulfates (Sulfosuccinate) and is allowed in "sulfate-free" products.
According to a manufacturer, this ingredient is mild and can be used in baby and bath options.
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 ChlorideImidazolidinyl Urea is a preservative and isn't fungal acne safe. It can cause irritation and worsen eczema.
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 HydroxideIngredient Ratings
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Boots Anti-Dandruff Ketoconazole 2% w/w Shampoo 11 ingredients
Nizoral 2% Ketoconazole Shampoo 12 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Boots Anti-Dandruff Ketoconazole 2% w/w Shampoo 11 ingredients
Nizoral 2% Ketoconazole Shampoo 12 ingredients
Horrible. if I could rate 0, I would. I have seb derm and this made it so much worse, likely the horrible fragrance that is beyond strong, it's nauseating. And also alcohols, and a vibrant bright pink dye. is dye even necessary?? for a product aimed at sensitive, skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or dermatitis, it has alot of horrible ingredients.
This worked GREAT for my psoriasis I had on my scalp, everyone i’ve started using it my dry scalp has not reappeared. I also heard you could use this as a mask for fungal acne, unfortunately, it didn’t help get rid of mine at all.😭 It appeared to help the first couple times i’ve used it, but by the second or third day of using it as a mask it makes my fungal acne much worse. I’ve heard other Show more
