Head & Shoulders Apple Cider Vinegar Dandruff Shampoo Versus Aveeno Apple Cider Vinegar Blend Clarify & Shine Conditioner
Updated on October 15, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Head & Shoulders Apple Cider Vinegar Dandruff Shampoo 17 ingredients
Aveeno Apple Cider Vinegar Blend Clarify & Shine Conditioner 21 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
At a glance
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Head & Shoulders Apple Cider Vinegar Dandruff Shampoo 17 ingredients
Aveeno Apple Cider Vinegar Blend Clarify & Shine Conditioner 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Zinc Pyrithione 1%
Antiseborrhoeic
Sodium Xylenesulfonate
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningZinc Carbonate
Magnesium Carbonate Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Vinegar
Parfum
Masking
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Zinc Pyrithione 1%, Sodium Xylenesulfonate, Water, Dimethicone, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Sodium Benzoate, Glycol Distearate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Zinc Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate Hydroxide, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Vinegar, Parfum, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone
Colloidal Oatmeal Extract
Humectant
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Amodimethicone
Steareth-20
CleansingVinegar
Polyquaternium-47
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-37
PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate
EmollientGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientPPG-1 Trideceth-6
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Colloidal Oatmeal Extract, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Amodimethicone, Steareth-20, Vinegar, Polyquaternium-47, Polyquaternium-37, PPG-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate, Glycol Distearate, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Water, Isopropyl Alcohol, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Glycol Distearate serves as a pearlizing or opacifying agent in cosmetic products.
It's often included in cleansers and haircare products to give them a lustrous or shimmering appearance.
It is derived from stearic acid, a natural fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils and animal fats.
Glycol Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Glycol DistearateParfum 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 BenzoateIn cosmetics, vinegar is often used to help adjust the pH of a product. It is also a light exfoliant. The pH of your skin is important to maintain a healthy skin barrier.
Vinegar is created by the process of double-fermentation. It is an aqueous solution consisting mostly of water and acetic acid. Typically, vinegar contains anywhere from 5-8% acetic acid.
Other components include small amounts of contains small amounts of tartaric acid and citric acid. Depending on what is used to ferment the vinegar, it can have traces of flavoring as well.
Types of vinegar include sugar and fruit vinegars. Some types of vinegar include apple cider, raisin, brown rice,
Learn more about VinegarWater. 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!
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