Evy Technology UV/Heat Hair Mousse Versus Björn Axén Heat Styling Protection
Updated on February 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe heat protectants. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and oils
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Ingredient Info
Evy Technology UV/Heat Hair Mousse 29 ingredients
Björn Axén Heat Styling Protection 15 ingredients
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Evy Technology UV/Heat Hair Mousse 29 ingredients
Björn Axén Heat Styling Protection 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButane
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propane
Polyurethane-14
Isobutane
Dimethylpabamidopropyl Laurdimonium Tosylate
Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
Emollient
Brassica Oleracea Italica Seed Oil
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Calcium Pantothenate
Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate
Antioxidant
Amp-Acrylates Copolymer
Polyquaternium-4
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentMaltodextrin
AbsorbentAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingPyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningLycopene
Antioxidant
Xanthophylls
Skin ConditioningSilica
Abrasive
Citric Acid
Buffering
Water, Butane, Propylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat., Propane, Polyurethane-14, Isobutane, Dimethylpabamidopropyl Laurdimonium Tosylate, Oryza Sativa Bran Oil, Brassica Oleracea Italica Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Niacinamide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Amp-Acrylates Copolymer, Polyquaternium-4, Laureth-4, Polysorbate 20, Panthenol, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Starch Octenylsuccinate, Maltodextrin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Pyridoxine Hcl, Lycopene, Xanthophylls, Silica, Citric Acid
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Parfum
Masking
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Sodium Laneth-40 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSorbitol
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Pea Protein
EmollientAlgae Extract
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Alcohol Denat., Parfum, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Laneth-40 Maleate/Styrene Sulfonate Copolymer, Panthenol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract, Sorbitol, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Algae Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
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 WaterAlcohol 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.Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract comes from sunflower seeds.
Sunflower seeds are rich in vitamin E. Studies show sunflowers contain antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
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 hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed ExtractPanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
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