Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner versus Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner .
Last updated on October 09, 2023. Published on October 10, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
Ingredient Info
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner 22 ingredients
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner 23 ingredients
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner 22 ingredients
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner 23 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner 22 ingredients
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner 23 ingredients
Water • 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
Water • Stearyl Alcohol • Behentrimonium Chloride • Cetyl Alcohol • Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone • Parfum • Isopropyl Alcohol • Benzyl Alcohol • Sodium Benzoate • Polysorbate 20 • Disodium EDTA • Citric Acid • Coumarin • Hexyl Cinnamal • Histidine • Butylene Glycol • Glycerin • Linalool • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Cocos Nucifera Fruit Juice • Alcohol Denat. • Lactic Acid • Ecklonia Radiata Extract
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterHerbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Stearyl Alcohol is a type of fatty alcohol from stearic acid. It is a white, waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients.
Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
They are usually derived from natural fats and oils and therefore do not have the same drying or irritating effect as solvent alcohols. FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Stearyl AlcoholHerbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Bis-Aminopropyl Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Its main roles are:
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholHerbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 ParfumHerbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Benzyl 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 AlcoholHerbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Isopropyl 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 AlcoholHerbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 10.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Sodium 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.
Sodium Benzoate 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 BenzoateHerbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 11.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 9.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAHerbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 11.
Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalHerbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 14.
We don't have a description for Histidine.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 16.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidHerbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 17.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 12.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 18.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 16.
Aloe 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 JuiceHerbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 20.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 19.
Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.
Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.
One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.
Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
Learn more about Alcohol Denat.Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.
We don't have a description for Ecklonia Radiata Extract.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 22.
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.
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Herbal Essences Bio Renew Argan Oil Repair Conditioner 22 ingredients
Herbal Essences Bio Renew Coconut Milk Conditioner 23 ingredients
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