Garnier Fructis Pure Clean Shampoo Versus Herbal Essences Clarifying Tea Tree Shampoo
Updated on May 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Garnier Fructis Pure Clean Shampoo 30 ingredients
Herbal Essences Clarifying Tea Tree Shampoo 18 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Garnier Fructis Pure Clean Shampoo 30 ingredients
Herbal Essences Clarifying Tea Tree Shampoo 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Coco-Betaine
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPolyquaternium-10
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Linalool
Perfuming
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Pyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningHexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Saccharum Officinarum Extract
MoisturisingSodium Acetate
BufferingHydroxypropyltrimonium Lemon Protein
HumectantIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citrus Nobilis
Citrus Limon Peel Extract
EmollientLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Coco-Betaine, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Hexylene Glycol, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Salicylic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Linalool, Niacinamide, Pyridoxine Hcl, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citric Acid, Saccharum Officinarum Extract, Sodium Acetate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Lemon Protein, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Nobilis, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Hydroxide
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Sodium Xylenesulfonate
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Tetrasodium EDTA
Menthol
Masking
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Parfum, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Sodium Xylenesulfonate, Sodium Chloride, Cocamide Mea, Sodium Benzoate, Tetrasodium EDTA, Menthol, Mentha Piperita Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidParfum 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 ParfumSodium 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 BenzoateChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideSodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying ingredient. It is created from palm kernel oil or coconut oil. SLES is not the same as sodium lauryl sulfate. It is much milder and less likely to irritate.
SLES helps create foam in personal products. It also prevents ingredients from separating, helping to elongate the shelf life.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a type of sulfate. It can be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
Learn more about Sodium Laureth SulfateWater. 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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