Davines Nounou Shampoo Versus Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Updated on August 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Davines Nounou Shampoo 44 ingredients
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 17 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Davines Nounou Shampoo 44 ingredients
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 17 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingSodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingCoco-Glucoside
CleansingGlyceryl Oleate
Emollient
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Phenethyl Benzoate
Emollient
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Dicaprylyl Ether
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Buteth-3
SolventLauryl Alcohol
Emollient
Polyquaternium-7
Polyquaternium-10
Amodimethicone
Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate
UV AbsorberTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingDisodium 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingSolanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Citric Acid
Buffering
C11-15 Pareth-7
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Laureth-9
EmulsifyingTrideceth-12
EmulsifyingLinalool
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate
StabilisingTributyl Citrate
SolventCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantCI 61570
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Coco-Glucoside, Glyceryl Oleate, Benzyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Phenethyl Benzoate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Parfum, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Sodium Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Disodium EDTA, Buteth-3, Lauryl Alcohol, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-10, Amodimethicone, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Solanum Lycopersicum Fruit Extract, Citric Acid, C11-15 Pareth-7, Glyceryl Stearate, Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Laureth-9, Trideceth-12, Linalool, Geraniol, Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol)Citrate, Tributyl Citrate, CI 19140, CI 14700, CI 61570
Ketoconazole 1%
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
BHT
Antioxidant
Blue 1 Lake
Cosmetic ColorantCitric Acid
Buffering
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Hydrochloric Acid
BufferingHydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPolyquaternium-7
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Cocoyl Sarcosinate
CleansingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Tetrasodium EDTA
Water
Skin ConditioningIngredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 AlcoholCitric 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 AcidGlycol Distearate serves as a pearlizing or opacifying agent in cosmetic products.
It's often included in cleansers and haircare products to give them a lustrous or shimmering appearance.
It is derived from stearic acid, a natural fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils and animal fats.
Glycol Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Glycol DistearateParfum 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 ParfumPolyquaternium-7 is a light to clear colored liquid. It is commonly found in haircare products for its film-forming and anti-static properties.
According to a manufacturer, it is a non-paraben and specially developed for negatively charged surfactant systems. This makes it a great hairstyle holder and helps to improve wet hair detangling without adding buildup.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideSodium 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.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideWater. 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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterIngredient Ratings
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