CHI Haircare Total Protect Versus Curlsmith Miracle Shield
Updated on April 23, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both 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, brightening 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 Total Protect 28 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 Total Protect 28 ingredients
Curlsmith Miracle Shield 30 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Cyclotetrasiloxane
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Polysilicone-15
UV FilterPolysilicone-19
Parfum
Masking
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Salvia Sclarea Extract
AntiseborrhoeicDimethiconol
Emollient
Amodimethicone
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Trideceth-8
EmulsifyingCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Panthenyl Hydroxypropyl Steardimonium Chloride
Sodium Polyacrylate
Absorbent
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingPEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Linalool
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Dimethicone, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Glycerin, Polysilicone-15, Polysilicone-19, Parfum, Hydrolyzed Silk, Tocopheryl Acetate, Symphytum Officinale Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Salvia Sclarea Extract, Dimethiconol, Amodimethicone, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-8, Cyclopentasiloxane, Panthenyl Hydroxypropyl Steardimonium Chloride, Sodium Polyacrylate, Trideceth-6, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Phenoxyethanol, Methylisothiazolinone, Linalool, Coumarin, Limonene
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.
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.
Learn more about GlycerinLimonene 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.
Learn more about LimoneneLinalool 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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