CHI Haircare Know It All Multitasking Hair Protector Versus Curlsmith Miracle Shield
Updated on September 16, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe heat protectants. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
CHI Haircare Know It All Multitasking Hair Protector 36 ingredients
Curlsmith Miracle Shield 30 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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CHI Haircare Know It All Multitasking Hair Protector 36 ingredients
Curlsmith Miracle Shield 30 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningIsohexadecane
EmollientIsododecane
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Echinacea Angustifolia Extract
MoisturisingEquisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentLavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Masking
Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract
TonicOlea Europaea Fruit Extract
BleachingPyrus Cydonia Seed Extract
MaskingRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSymphytum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract
Skin ConditioningTrigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract
Perfuming
Polysilicone-15
UV FilterButeth-3
SolventSodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Tributyl Citrate
SolventPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 61565
Cosmetic ColorantCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Isohexadecane, Isododecane, Dimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Ocimum Basilicum Flower/Leaf Extract, Olea Europaea Fruit Extract, Pyrus Cydonia Seed Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Symphytum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract, Polysilicone-15, Buteth-3, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Panthenol, Polysorbate 20, Tributyl Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Coumarin, Linalool, CI 61565, CI 16035, CI 17200
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil Phytosterol Esters
Emulsifying
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientSaccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract
HumectantCucurbita Pepo Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningLentinus Edodes Extract
Skin ConditioningOpuntia Tuna Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPsidium Guajava Fruit Extract
AstringentRibes Nigrum Fruit Extract
Astringent
C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingC20-22 Alcohols
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Polyester-11
Skin ConditioningHydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil Phytosterol Esters, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Saccharomyces Cerevisiae Extract, Glycerin, Squalane, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract, Cucurbita Pepo Seed Extract, Lentinus Edodes Extract, Opuntia Tuna Fruit Extract, Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract, Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract, C20-22 Alkyl Phosphate, C20-22 Alcohols, Polysorbate 60, Polyester-11, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Potassium Sorbate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric 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 AcidEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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