Design Essentials Wash Day Deep Moisture Masque Versus Ouidad Moisture Lock Ultra Nourishing Intense Hydrating Mask
Updated on September 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe hair masks. They have a total of 12 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 or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Design Essentials Wash Day Deep Moisture Masque 25 ingredients
Ouidad Moisture Lock Ultra Nourishing Intense Hydrating Mask 29 ingredients
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Design Essentials Wash Day Deep Moisture Masque 25 ingredients
Ouidad Moisture Lock Ultra Nourishing Intense Hydrating Mask 29 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Acetamide Mea
HumectantQuaternium-91
Cetrimonium Methosulfate
Antimicrobial
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Polyquaternium-10
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Citral
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Water, Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Myristate, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Acetamide Mea, Quaternium-91, Cetrimonium Methosulfate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Pentylene Glycol, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Chlorphenesin, Cetrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Geraniol, Linalool, Limonene, Persea Gratissima Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Acetamide Mea
HumectantMacadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Polyquaternium-37
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientLauryl Glucoside
CleansingAmodimethicone
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingCeteareth-20
Cleansing
Cetrimonium Methosulfate
Antimicrobial
Quaternium-91
Citric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Cetrimonium Chloride, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Acetamide Mea, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Polyquaternium-37, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Lauryl Glucoside, Amodimethicone, Trideceth-12, Ceteareth-20, Cetrimonium Methosulfate, Quaternium-91, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, DMDM Hydantoin, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinCetearyl 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 AlcoholWe don't have a description for Acetamide Mea yet.
We don't have a description for Quaternium-91 yet.
Cetrimonium Methosulfate is a type of sulfate.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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.
Benzyl Benzoate is usually created from the condensation of benzoic acid and benzyl alcohol. It is used as a preservative, solvent, and has a floral/balsamic scent in large amounts.
As a preservative, Benzyl Benzoate works against bacteria and fungus. It is often used to treat scabies and lice in medicine.
Solvents are used to keep ingredients together in a product. They can help dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
Due to its fragrance, Benzyl Benzoate can be sensitizing and may cause contact dermatitis. It is a known EU allergen. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Benzyl Benzoate can be naturally found in cranberries and peaches.
Learn more about Benzyl BenzoateLinalool 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 LinaloolLimonene 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 LimoneneIngredient Ratings
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