BrioGeo Style + Treat Sleek Stick Versus Nexxus Slick Stick Strong Hold Hair Wax
Updated on October 04, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe gel, pomade & wax. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
BrioGeo Style + Treat Sleek Stick 32 ingredients
Nexxus Slick Stick Strong Hold Hair Wax 18 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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BrioGeo Style + Treat Sleek Stick 32 ingredients
Nexxus Slick Stick Strong Hold Hair Wax 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides
Emollient
Stearyl Behenate
Emollient
Copernicia Cerifera Wax
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Glyceryl Stearate Se
Emulsifying
Prunus Domestica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Junos Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningOlea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
Skin Conditioning
Shorea Robusta Resin
TonicRhus Verniciflua Peel Wax
Kaolin
Abrasive
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicFolic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Calcium Pantothenate
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Pyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Parfum
Masking
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides, Stearyl Behenate, Copernicia Cerifera Wax, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Prunus Domestica Seed Oil, Citrus Junos Peel Extract, Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, Shorea Robusta Resin, Rhus Verniciflua Peel Wax, Kaolin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Niacinamide, Biotin, Folic Acid, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Maltodextrin, Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Pyridoxine Hcl, Silica, Parfum
Petrolatum
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Oryza Sativa Bran Wax
Skin Conditioning
Lauryl Laurate
Skin Conditioning
C18-21 Alkane
SolventParfum
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
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 Cocos Nucifera OilHydrogenated Castor Oil is created by adding hydrogen to castor oil. This helps stabilize the castor oil and raises the melting point. At room temperature, hydrogenated castor oil is solid.
Castor Oil helps moisturize the skin. It is rich in a fatty acid called ricinoleic acid. This fatty acid helps prevent moisture loss on the skin. This helps keep your skin soft and hydrated. Ricinoleic acid also has anti-inflammatory and pain reducing properties.
As a wax-like substance, Hydrogenated Castor Oil acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin stay soft and smooth by creating a barrier. This barrier helps trap moisture.
Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about Hydrogenated Castor OilParfum 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 ParfumTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateEuphorbia Cerifera wax comes from a shrub in Northern Mexico. It is used to stabilize formulations and has emollient properties.
Emollients form a thin layer on top of skin to prevent water from evaporating, keeping skin and lips hydrated.
According to a manufacturer, this wax can range from a yellow/brown color to translucent.
Learn more about Euphorbia Cerifera WaxIngredient Ratings
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