Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Davines Nounou Hair Mask versus Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask .
Last updated on January 10, 2024. Published on March 04, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe hair masks. They have a total of 18 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 harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Davines Nounou Hair Mask 35 ingredients
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask 30 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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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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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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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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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Davines Nounou Hair Mask 35 ingredients
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask 30 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Davines Nounou Hair Mask 35 ingredients
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask 30 ingredients
Water • Glycerin • Cetearyl Alcohol • Propanediol • Behentrimonium Chloride • Cetrimonium Chloride • Cetyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Glyceryl Stearate • Behenyl Alcohol • Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol • Beheneth-25 • Parfum • Benzyl Alcohol • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Amodimethicone • Dicaprylyl Ether • Alcohol • Octadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Disodium EDTA • Sodium Benzoate • Citric Acid • Hydrogenated Olive Oil • Tocopherol • Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract • Sclerotium Gum • Disiloxane • Linalool • Geraniol • Limonene • CI 19140 • CI 14700 • CI 61570
Water • Glycerin • Cetyl Alcohol • Behentrimonium Chloride • Cetearyl Alcohol • Amodimethicone • Cetrimonium Chloride • Glyceryl Stearate • Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil • Dimethicone • Behentrimonium Methosulfate • Parfum • Isopropyl Alcohol • Hydrogenated Soy Polyglycerides • Dipropylene Glycol • Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol • Benzyl Alcohol • Disodium EDTA • Octadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Crosspolymer • Sodium Benzoate • Polysilicone-29 • Citric Acid • Olea Europaea Fruit Extract • C15-23 Alkane • Caprylyl Glycol • Limonene • CI 60730 • Hc Violet No. 2 • CI 19140
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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 WaterDavines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask 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 GlycerinDavines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
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.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholDavines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
This ingredient is a preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
Davines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 4.
This ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Davines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 6.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Its main roles are:
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholDavines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
Davines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 10.
Glyceryl Stearate is a mix of glycerin and stearic acid.
Glyceryl Stearate is used to stabilize the mixing of water and oil ingredients. By preventing these ingredients from separating, it can help elongate shelf life. It can also help thicken the product's texture.
As an emollient, it helps soften skin and supports barrier-replenishing ingredients.
In cosmetics, Glyceryl Stearate is often made from vegetable oils or synthetically produced. The human body also creates Glyceryl Stearate naturally.
Learn more about Glyceryl StearateDavines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 9.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.
We don't have a description for Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol.
Davines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 11.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 ParfumDavines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 13.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 12.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholDavines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 14.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.
Amodimethicone is a type of silicone.
Davines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 6.
Octadecyl Di-T-Butyl-4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamate is an antioxidant.
Davines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 20.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 19.
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 EDTADavines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 22.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 18.
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 BenzoateDavines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 23.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 21.
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:
Learn more about Citric AcidDavines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 24.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 LimoneneDavines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 32.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 27.
Ci 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140Davines Nounou Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 33.
Davines Love Smoothing Instant Mask contains this as ingredient number 30.
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