Drybar Triple Sec 3-in-1 Texturizing Finishing Spray Versus Bumble and bumble. Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray Light
Updated on February 20, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free hair sprays. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Drybar Triple Sec 3-in-1 Texturizing Finishing Spray 18 ingredients
Bumble and bumble. Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray Light 26 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Drybar Triple Sec 3-in-1 Texturizing Finishing Spray 18 ingredients
Bumble and bumble. Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray Light 26 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Hydrofluorocarbon 152a
Dimethyl Ether
SolventAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Vp/Va Copolymer
Parfum
Masking
Zeolite
AbsorbentAluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
Absorbent
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningPEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Silicone Quaternium-3
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingPolyquaternium-59
UV AbsorberButylene Glycol
Humectant
BHT
Antioxidant
Coumarin
Perfuming
Hydrofluorocarbon 152a
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Butane
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Vp/Va Copolymer
Isohexadecane
EmollientIsobutane
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract
Antimicrobial
Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningSilk Powder
Skin ConditioningAmp-Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
CleansingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
UV Absorber
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Hydrofluorocarbon 152a, Alcohol Denat., Butane, Butylene Glycol, Vp/Va Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Isobutane, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract, Gardenia Taitensis Flower Extract, Silk Powder, Amp-Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Panthenol, Water, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Parfum, Linalool, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol with other additives.
This ingredient gets a bad rep because it is irritating and drying - mostly due to its astringent property. Astringents draw out natural oils in tissue, constricting pores and leaving your skin dried out.
However, alcohol denat. is not all that bad.
Due to its low molecular weight, alcohol denat. tends to evaporate quickly. One study on pig skin found half of applied alcohol evaporated in 10 seconds and less than 3% stayed on skin.
This also helps other ingredients become better absorbed upon application.
Studies are conflicted about whether this ingredient causes skin dehydration. One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased skin dryness and irritation. Another study found irritation only occurs if your skin is already damaged.
Small amounts of alcohol are generally tolerated by oily skin or people who live in humid environments.
The rule of thumb is if this alcohol is near the end of an ingredients list, it will probably not affect your skin much.
Also...
This ingredient has antimicrobial and solvent properties.
The antimicrobial property helps preserve products and increase their shelf life. As a solvent, it helps dissolve other ingredients.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.
UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.
The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl MethoxycinnamateWe don't have a description for Hydrofluorocarbon 152a yet.
Parfum 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 ParfumWe don't have a description for Vp/Va Copolymer yet.
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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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Drybar Triple Sec 3-in-1 Texturizing Finishing Spray 18 ingredients
Bumble and bumble. Thickening Dryspun Texture Spray Light 26 ingredients
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