Head & Shoulders Clinical Strength Shampoo Versus Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care 2 In 1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo And Conditioner
Updated on February 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, silicones and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Head & Shoulders Clinical Strength Shampoo 20 ingredients
Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care 2 In 1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo And Conditioner 21 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Head & Shoulders Clinical Strength Shampoo 20 ingredients
Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care 2 In 1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo And Conditioner 21 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Selenium Sulfide 1%
Water
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingAmmonium Xylenesulfonate
Sodium Citrate
BufferingParfum
Masking
Dimethicone
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Disodium EDTA
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingMethylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
CI 14700
Cosmetic ColorantSelenium Sulfide 1%, Water, Ammonium Laureth Sulfate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Glycol Distearate, Cocamide Mea, Ammonium Xylenesulfonate, Sodium Citrate, Parfum, Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Stearyl Alcohol, Disodium EDTA, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, CI 14700
Zinc Pyrithione 1%
Antiseborrhoeic
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
CleansingSodium Xylenesulfonate
Trideceth-10
CleansingZinc Carbonate
Magnesium Carbonate Hydroxide
BufferingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Zinc Pyrithione 1%, Dimethiconol, Water, Dimethicone, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Sodium Xylenesulfonate, Trideceth-10, Zinc Carbonate, Magnesium Carbonate Hydroxide, Glycol Distearate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Parfum, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Chloride, 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.
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 WaterGlycol 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 ParfumDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeChances 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 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 BenzoateMCI is a preservative and known skin-irritant. It has anti-bacteria anti-fungal properties.
Studies spanning several decades have shown this ingredient to cause skin irritation and allergies.
MCI is commonly combined with methylisothiazolinone (MI). Other names for this mixture include Kathon CG and Euxyl K 100.
The use of this ingredient varies around the world:
Learn more about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMI is a preservative and known skin irritant. In the past, MI was used for its ability to prevent bacteria, yeast, and fungi growth in low doses.
Nowadays, you'll most likely see MI combined with Methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI). Trade names for this combination include Kathon CG or Euxyl K 100.
Since then, numerous studies have shown this ingredient to cause contact dermatitis, or skin irritation.
The use of this ingredient varies around the world:
Learn more about MethylisothiazolinoneIngredient Ratings
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Head & Shoulders Clinical Strength Shampoo 20 ingredients
Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care 2 In 1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo And Conditioner 21 ingredients
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Head & Shoulders Dry Scalp Care 2 In 1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo And Conditioner 21 ingredients
it makes my skin dry enough so i don’t breakout but not too try
