Giovanni 50:50 Balanced Hydrating-Calming Conditioner Versus Giovanni 50:50 Balanced Hydrating-Clarifying Shampoo
Updated on February 13, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Giovanni 50:50 Balanced Hydrating-Calming Conditioner 28 ingredients
Giovanni 50:50 Balanced Hydrating-Clarifying Shampoo 22 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Giovanni 50:50 Balanced Hydrating-Calming Conditioner 28 ingredients
Giovanni 50:50 Balanced Hydrating-Clarifying Shampoo 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Hydroxypropyl Guar
Emulsion StabilisingBehentrimonium Methosulfate
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Betula Alba Bud Extract
Skin ConditioningMalva Sylvestris Extract
AstringentAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Equisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentLavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSalvia Sclarea Extract
AntiseborrhoeicThymus Vulgaris Extract
Perfuming
Tussilago Farfara Flower Extract
AstringentUrtica Dioica Extract
AstringentWater, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Polysorbate 60, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Panthenol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Parfum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Betula Alba Bud Extract, Malva Sylvestris Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Salvia Sclarea Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Tussilago Farfara Flower Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract
Water
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Extract
AntimicrobialUrtica Dioica Extract
AstringentThymus Vulgaris Extract
Perfuming
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Salvia Triloba Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialLavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Tussilago Farfara Flower Extract
AstringentAchillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingEquisetum Arvense Extract
AstringentGlycine Max Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Citrus Nobilis
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Rosmarinus Officinalis Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Salvia Triloba Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Tussilago Farfara Flower Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamide Mea, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Citric Acid, Citrus Nobilis, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Achillea Millefolium Extract comes from the yarrow plant. Yarrow is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids.
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.
Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.
Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.
Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.
Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.
Learn more about Chamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractCitric 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 AcidWe don't have a description for Equisetum Arvense Extract yet.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Lavandula Angustifolia Extract comes from the lavender flower. Lavandula Angustifolia is known as the English Lavender and famous for creating purple fields in Provence, France.
Lavandula Angustifolia Extract has anti-inflammatory properties due to its prostanoids and histamine content. Lavender also contains flavonoids and phenolic acids (such as ferulic acid), potent antioxidants.
Lavender extract may have a scent. It contains linalool, a known allergen. However, lavender extract contains less linalool than lavender essential oil.
Learn more about Lavandula Angustifolia ExtractParfum 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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
Thymus Vulgaris Extract is a fragrance.
We don't have a description for Tussilago Farfara Flower Extract yet.
This ingredient is more commonly known as nettle extract. It has soothing, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties.
The antimicrobial properties of nettle come from its gallic acid content.
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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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