Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Garnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask versus Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm .
Published on August 07, 2021
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free . They have a total of 8 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 parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Hair Mask
Hair masks provide intense nourishment to your hair and usually need to be washed out. They can be used to treat specific hair conditions.
Styling Creams & Spray
Cream and spray products that help style hair. Some spray products include blowout sprays and sea-salt sprays.
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Ingredient Info
Garnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask 24 ingredients
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm 25 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Garnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask 24 ingredients
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm 25 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Garnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask 24 ingredients
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm 25 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Glycine Soja Oil • Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate • Cetyl Esters • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Caprylyl Glycol • Citric Acid • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Salicylic Acid • Cetrimonium Chloride • CI 15985 • CI 19140 • Linalool • Coumarin • Limonene • Benzyl Alcohol • Benzyl Salicylate • Parfum
Water • Ceteareth-20 • Polyurethane-14 • Glycerin • Propylene Glycol • Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate • Amp-Acrylates Copolymer • Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil • Trideceth-9 • Parfum • Pvp • Disodium EDTA • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Linalool • Hexyl Cinnamal • Citral • Limonene • Coumarin • Benzyl Salicylate • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde • Mica • Titanium Dioxide
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterGarnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 1.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinGarnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 4.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is derived from the kernels of the argania spinosa tree. You may know it as argan oil.
Argan Oil is an antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing ingredient.
Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.
Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.
Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.
Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.
Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.
Argan Trees are native to Morocco.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilGarnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 13.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolGarnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 19.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 16.
Coumarins are a group of substances found naturally in plants. There are over 1300 types of coumarins identified. It has a natural vanilla scent.
Coumarin is an identified EU known allergy, meaning it may cause an allergic reaction when applied to the skin.
In many countries, coumarin is banned as a food additive. However, it can be found in soaps, tobacco products, and some alcohol drinks.
Plants use coumarins as a chemical defense. Some plants that have coumarins include lavender, tonka beans, and yellow clovers.
Learn more about CoumarinGarnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 20.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 20.
Limonene 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 LimoneneGarnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 21.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 19.
Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateGarnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 23.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 21.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. 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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 ParfumGarnier Argan Richness Argan Oil and Almond Cream Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 24.
Xmondo BDSM Slick + Define Balm contains this as ingredient number 10.
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