BULLDOG Anti-Dandruff Shampoo Versus Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care 2 In 1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo And Conditioner
Updated on February 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
BULLDOG Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 18 ingredients
Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care 2 In 1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo And Conditioner 21 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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BULLDOG Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 18 ingredients
Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care 2 In 1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo And Conditioner 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingLauryl Glucoside
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate
CleansingPropanediol
Solvent
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingParfum
Masking
Cassia Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Ziziphus Joazeiro Bark Extract
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Lauryl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate, Propanediol, Citric Acid, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Parfum, Cassia Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene, Potassium Sorbate, Ziziphus Joazeiro Bark Extract, Linalool, Citronellol
Zinc Pyrithione 1%
Antiseborrhoeic
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
CleansingSodium Xylenesulfonate
Trideceth-10
CleansingZinc Carbonate
Magnesium Carbonate Hydroxide
BufferingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Zinc Pyrithione 1%, Dimethiconol, Water, Dimethicone, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Sodium Xylenesulfonate, Trideceth-10, Zinc Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate Hydroxide, Glycol Distearate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Parfum, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.
This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineParfum 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 ParfumSodium 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.
It 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 BenzoateChances 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 ChlorideWater. 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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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BULLDOG Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 18 ingredients
Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care 2 In 1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo And Conditioner 21 ingredients
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