Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer versus Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm .
Last updated on October 26, 2023. Published on August 10, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free . They have a total of 9 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 harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer 26 ingredients
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm 25 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer 26 ingredients
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm 25 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer 26 ingredients
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm 25 ingredients
Water • Polyquaternium-69 • Glycerin • Parfum • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Persea Gratissima Oil • Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Selaginella Lepidophylla Extract • Piper Nigrum Seed Extract • Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil • Ocimum Basilicum Leaf Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Salvia Officinalis Leaf Extract • Carbomer • Ethylhexylglycerin • Disodium EDTA • Butylene Glycol • Aminomethyl Propanol • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate • Linalool • Limonene
Water • Ceteareth-20 • Polyurethane-14 • Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate • Amp-Acrylates Copolymer • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Trideceth-9 • Parfum • Pvp • Disodium EDTA • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Linalool • Hexyl Cinnamal • Citral • Limonene • Coumarin • Benzyl Salicylate • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde • Mica • Titanium Dioxide
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about WaterCurlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer contains this as ingredient number 1.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 GlycerinCurlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer contains this as ingredient number 3.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 ParfumCurlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer contains this as ingredient number 4.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 10.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilCurlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer contains this as ingredient number 5.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 8.
Ethylhexylglycerin (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.
Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer contains this as ingredient number 17.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 15.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTACurlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer contains this as ingredient number 18.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 12.
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.
Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer contains this as ingredient number 23.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 14.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolCurlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer contains this as ingredient number 25.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 16.
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.
Learn more about LimoneneCurlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer contains this as ingredient number 26.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 19.
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Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer 26 ingredients
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm 25 ingredients
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Curlsmith In-Shower Style Fixer 26 ingredients
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm 25 ingredients
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