Elizavecca Cer-100 Collagen Hair A+ Muscle Hell Tornado Shampoo Versus Head & Shoulders Bare Pure Clean Sulfate-Free Dandruff Shampoo
What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Cocamide DEA
Emulsifying
Zinc Pyrithione
Antiseborrhoeic
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
MaskingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Polyquaternium-10
Menthol
Masking
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Polyquaternium-7
Sodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate
Emulsion StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Gelatin
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract
Humectant
Origanum Vulgare Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCeratonia Siliqua Fruit Extract
MaskingEthyl Hexanediol
SolventDiospyros Kaki Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPanax Ginseng Root Extract
Emollient
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAvena Sativa Protein Extract
Skin ConditioningIllicium Verum Fruit Extract
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamide DEA, Zinc Pyrithione, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, Polyquaternium-10, Menthol, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium Polynaphthalenesulfonate, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Panthenol, Biotin, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Gelatin, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Ficus Carica Fruit Extract, Origanum Vulgare Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Camellia Japonica Leaf Extract, Ceratonia Siliqua Fruit Extract, Ethyl Hexanediol, Diospyros Kaki Fruit Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Avena Sativa Protein Extract, Illicium Verum Fruit Extract
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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 ParfumPolyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Sodium 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.
It 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 BenzoateWater. 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. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterZinc Pyrithione is a preservative. It inhibits the multiplying of fungal and bacterial cells.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in Malassezia treatments. In the US, this ingredient is most common in anti-dandruff shampoos. However, the European Union has prohibited the use of this ingredient starting in 2022.
