Garnier Whole Blends Honey Treasures Repairing Conditioner Versus Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner
Updated on August 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 7 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 parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Garnier Whole Blends Honey Treasures Repairing Conditioner 27 ingredients
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner 22 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Garnier Whole Blends Honey Treasures Repairing Conditioner 27 ingredients
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner 22 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Amodimethicone
Honey
Humectant
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingRoyal Jelly
Glycerin
Humectant
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Propolis Extract
Skin Conditioning
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Citric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Benzoic Acid
Masking
CI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantParfum
Masking
Coumarin
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Fish Oil
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Amodimethicone, Honey, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Potassium Hydroxide, Royal Jelly, Glycerin, Trideceth-6, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Alcohol, Propolis Extract, Isopropyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Benzoic Acid, CI 15985, CI 19140, Parfum, Coumarin, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Fish Oil, Ceramide AP
Water
Skin ConditioningStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Oleic Acid
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Dicetyldimonium Chloride
EmulsifyingIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Disodium EDTA
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Histidine
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Ecklonia Radiata Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Stearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Oleic Acid, Parfum, Benzyl Alcohol, Dicetyldimonium Chloride, Isopropyl Alcohol, Sodium Benzoate, Propylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Benzyl Benzoate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Histidine, Citric Acid, Butylene Glycol, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Alcohol Denat., Ecklonia Radiata Extract
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 WaterYou may know this ingredient as argan oil. Argan Oil has antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing properties.
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 OilAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice comes from leaves of the aloe plant. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice is best known for helping to soothe sunburns. It is also anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, antiseptic, and can help heal wounds.
Aloe is packed with good stuff including Vitamins A, C, and E. These vitamins are antioxidants, which help fight free-radicals and the damage they may cause. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells, such as pollution.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice also contains sugars. These sugars come in the form of monosaccharides and polysaccharides, folic acid, and choline. These sugars are able to help bind moisture to skin.
It also contains minerals such as calcium, 12 anthraquinones, fatty acids, amino acids, and Vitamin B12.
Learn more about Aloe Barbadensis Leaf JuiceIsopropyl Alcohol is more commonly known as rubbing alcohol. It is most commonly used as a solvent, meaning it helps other ingredients dissolve.
This ingredient is an astringent alcohol. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin as they high amounts may strip away your skin's natural oils.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Isopropyl AlcoholCitric 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 ParfumBenzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholIngredient Ratings
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Garnier Whole Blends Honey Treasures Repairing Conditioner 27 ingredients
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner 22 ingredients
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Garnier Whole Blends Honey Treasures Repairing Conditioner 27 ingredients
This is my kids' current conditioner (two girls with long wavy hair, my son with long very curly hair). It's pretty nice for an inexpensive conditioner and the large size bottle with the pump is easy for them to use themselves. It does help smooth out their hair for detangling. The fragrance is nice but it's really strong and clingy, hence the 4 star instead of 5 star rating. I'll keep buying it Show more
