Grow Gorgeous Volume Root Stimulating Primer Versus Kérastase Genesis Strengthening Serum for Hair and Scalp
Updated on January 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Grow Gorgeous Volume Root Stimulating Primer 45 ingredients
Kérastase Genesis Strengthening Serum for Hair and Scalp 29 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Grow Gorgeous Volume Root Stimulating Primer 45 ingredients
Kérastase Genesis Strengthening Serum for Hair and Scalp 29 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningEthoxydiglycol
HumectantParfum
Masking
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningPolyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
Emulsion StabilisingDimethyl Isosorbide
SolventTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Avena Sativa Kernel Oil
Skin Conditioning
Menthol
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Disodium EDTA
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningMenthyl Lactate
MaskingSodium PCA
HumectantSodium Lactate
BufferingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Aspartic Acid
MaskingPCA
HumectantT-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Glycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingCitric Acid
Buffering
Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract
Skin ConditioningSerine
MaskingValine
MaskingRhizobian Gum
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Histidine
HumectantPhenylalanine
MaskingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Hydroxide
BufferingUrea
Buffering
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingDisodium Phosphate
BufferingBiotin
AntiseborrhoeicWater, Ethoxydiglycol, Parfum, Caffeine, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Avena Sativa Kernel Oil, Menthol, Linalool, Disodium EDTA, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Menthyl Lactate, Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate, Chlorphenesin, Allantoin, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Arginine, Glycerin, Aspartic Acid, PCA, T-Butyl Alcohol, Glycine, Alanine, Citric Acid, Ahnfeltia Concinna Extract, Serine, Valine, Rhizobian Gum, Sodium Hyaluronate, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Potassium Sorbate, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Sodium Benzoate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide, Urea, Hexylene Glycol, Disodium Phosphate, Biotin
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Arginine
Masking
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Calcium Pantothenate
Caffeine
Skin ConditioningLimonene
Perfuming
Pyridoxine Hcl
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Polyquaternium-11
Safflower Glucoside
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Xylitylglucoside
HumectantCitronellol
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Anhydroxylitol
HumectantXylitol
HumectantZingiber Officinale Water
MaskingOak Root Extract
Skin ConditioningResveratrol
Antioxidant
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
BHT
Antioxidant
Sodium Citrate
BufferingParfum
Masking
Water, Alcohol Denat., Arginine, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Citric Acid, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Caffeine, Limonene, Pyridoxine Hcl, Linalool, Polyquaternium-11, Safflower Glucoside, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Citral, Benzyl Alcohol, Xylitylglucoside, Citronellol, Benzyl Benzoate, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Zingiber Officinale Water, Oak Root Extract, Resveratrol, Tocopherol, BHT, Sodium Citrate, Parfum
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 WaterParfum 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 ParfumCaffeine is most associated with coffee, tea, and cacao. In skincare, it helps with calming inflammation and is rich in antioxidants.
While caffeine is used to treat cellulite and and dark circles, further studies are needed to prove this. It has been believed to help with these skin conditions due to its ability to dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow.
Some studies are looking into caffeine's ability to protect against UV rays.
Learn more about CaffeineLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolArginine is an amino acid that is important for human development. Your body uses is it to produce hair keratin and skin collagen.
As a cosmetic ingredient, Arginine has antioxidant properties and can also help repair damaged skin. This ingredient is derived either synthetically or from animals.
Arginine isn't fungal acne safe when used in the presence of other lipids (fats, fatty acids, oils, esters, etc). Oils and fats occur naturally within the skin, so take caution when using Arginine if you're prone to fungal acne.
Learn more about ArginineCitric 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 AcidIngredient Ratings
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Grow Gorgeous Volume Root Stimulating Primer 45 ingredients
Kérastase Genesis Strengthening Serum for Hair and Scalp 29 ingredients
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Grow Gorgeous Volume Root Stimulating Primer 45 ingredients
Kérastase Genesis Strengthening Serum for Hair and Scalp 29 ingredients
This only works if you’re consistent. I only saw a difference when I applied this day and night. They released a different formula for males. So, maybe that formula would work better on me.
