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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Bumble and bumble. Sunday Shampoo versus Bumble and bumble. Thickening Volume shampoo .

Last updated on August 25, 2023. Published on August 30, 2022

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances

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Shampoo American Brand United States
Shampoo American Brand United States

Shampoo

Detergent or soap for cleansing the hair.

Shampoo

Detergent or soap for cleansing the hair.

Price

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Starts at $27.98
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Starts at $103.00

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Brightening

Concerns

Drying (2)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (4)

Notable Ingredients

AHA
Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Reduces Irritation
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (4)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Compared

Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.

WaterCetearyl AlcoholStearamidopropyl DimethylamineBehentrimonium ChlorideCetyl AlcoholIsododecaneStearyl AlcoholPhyllanthus Emblica Fruit ExtractOryza Sativa Seed ProteinHydrolyzed Yeast ProteinHydrolyzed Corn ProteinOryza Sativa Bran ExtractOryza Sativa ExtractPisum Sativum ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractHelianthus Annuus ExtractOcimum Basilicum Hairy Root Culture ExtractLaurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed KeratinHelianthus Annuus Seed OilCocos Nucifera Oil Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl OlivateCaprylyl GlycolCetrimonium ChlorideHydroxyethylcelluloseEthylhexylglycerinAmodimethiconePropanediolGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium ChloridePolysorbate 60Isopropyl AlcoholMethoxy Peg/Ppg-7/3 Aminopropyl DimethiconePanthenolC11-15 Pareth-7Polysilicone-12PentaerythritolMethyl Di-T-Butyl HydroxyhydrocinnamateHydrogenated Olive Oil UnsaponifiablesCyperus Esculentus Root OilGlycerinTrideceth-12OctyldodecanolAlcoholLaureth-9TocopherolVp/Hexadecene CopolymerCystine Bis-Pg-Propyl SilanetriolJojoba EstersBHTCitric AcidParfumLinaloolBenzyl BenzoateLimoneneHexyl CinnamalButylphenyl MethylpropionalPhytic AcidDisodium EDTAPhenoxyethanolSorbic AcidChlorphenesinSodium Benzoate

Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Bumble and bumble. Sunday Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.

Bumble and bumble. Thickening Volume shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Antimicrobial, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.

While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, this component is usually removed in the leaf extract.

Rosemary Leaf Extract can help protect your skin against damage from free-radical molecules. It contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid. Rosemarinic acid has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.

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Bumble and bumble. Sunday Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 6.

Bumble and bumble. Thickening Volume shampoo contains this as ingredient number 15.

3
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.

A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.

As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.

Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.

Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.

In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.

This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.

Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.

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Bumble and bumble. Sunday Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 10.

Bumble and bumble. Thickening Volume shampoo contains this as ingredient number 39.

4
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

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:

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Bumble and bumble. Sunday Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 12.

Bumble and bumble. Thickening Volume shampoo contains this as ingredient number 49.

5
What it does: Antimicrobial, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.

Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.

Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.

Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.

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Bumble and bumble. Sunday Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 13.

Bumble and bumble. Thickening Volume shampoo contains this as ingredient number 60.

6
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Bumble and bumble. Sunday Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 14.

Bumble and bumble. Thickening Volume shampoo contains this as ingredient number 58.

7
What it does: Perfuming, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Bumble and bumble. Sunday Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 19.

Bumble and bumble. Thickening Volume shampoo contains this as ingredient number 53.

8
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Parfum

Bumble and bumble. Sunday Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 20.

Bumble and bumble. Thickening Volume shampoo contains this as ingredient number 50.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

15% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
65% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet
20% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
44% are disliked or very disliked
28% have no rating yet

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