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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask versus BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask .

Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on January 09, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe hair masks. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain hyaluronic acid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and reducing pores

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens and fragrances

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.

Hair Mask American Brand United States
Hair Mask American Brand United States

Hair Mask

Hair masks provide intense nourishment to your hair and usually need to be washed out. They can be used to treat specific hair conditions.

Hair Mask

Hair masks provide intense nourishment to your hair and usually need to be washed out. They can be used to treat specific hair conditions.

Price

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Starts at $34.00

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
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Exfoliators
Niacinamide
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Dark Spots
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

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

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Ingredients Explained

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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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Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.

Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.

Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.

This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.

Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.

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Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 4.

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What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Liked

Propanediol helps absorb ingredients into your skin, boosting their benefits. It can act as an emollient, making your skin softer. Propanediol can help products last longer by boosting the properties of preservatives within the formulation.

Propanediol is not likely to cause sensitivity and considered safe to use.

It is derived from corn or petroleum with a clear color and no scent.

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Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 4.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.

Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate is a modified starch used to help thicken a product.

It is also used in foods.

Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

This ingredient is derived from guar gum.

It is a conditioning ingredient, meaning it helps soften skin and hair.

Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 26.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Sodium Hyaluronate is hyaluronic acid's salt form. It is commonly derived from the sodium salt of hyaluronic acid.

Like hyaluronic acid, it is great at holding water and acts as a humectant. This makes it a great skin hydrating ingredient.

Sodium Hyaluronate is naturally occurring in our bodies and is mostly found in eye fluid and joints.

These are some other common types of Hyaluronic Acid:

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Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.

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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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Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 16.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.

lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.

Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.

Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.

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Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 22.

9
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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Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 19.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 24.

10
What it does: Buffering
Community Rating: Mixed

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.

Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.

"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.

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Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 21.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 37.

11
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.

Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.

Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.

Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.

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Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 22.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 31.

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What it does: Masking, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

Sodium 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.

Sodium Benzoate 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 Benzoate

Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask contains this as ingredient number 23.

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask contains this as ingredient number 32.

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

30% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
48% are disliked or very disliked
15% have no rating yet
28% are loved or liked
15% have mixed ratings
30% are disliked or very disliked
28% have no rating yet

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Curlsmith Hydro Crème Soothing Mask 27 ingredients

3.0 /5
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AnaRitaSantos

2 months ago · Oily Skin
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I have fine wavy hair and I found this deep conditioner a bit too light for my hair needs. It leaves the hair super shiny and works ok during the...

I have fine wavy hair and I found this deep conditioner a bit too light for my hair needs. It leaves the hair super shiny and works ok during the summer but it does not provide the deeper conditioning I'm looking for in a mask. I enjoyed it more as a rinse off conditioner (which is a bit expensive for what it is).

BrioGeo Scalp Revival™ Charcoal + Tea Tree Cooling Hydration Mask 40 ingredients

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