IGK Hair First Class Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo Versus Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo
Updated on August 15, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe dry shampoos. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
IGK Hair First Class Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo 23 ingredients
Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo 17 ingredients
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IGK Hair First Class Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo 23 ingredients
Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Butane
Propane
Sd Alcohol 40-B
Astringent
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentOryza Sativa Starch
AbsorbentZeolite
AbsorbentAcrylates Copolymer
Hydrated Silica
Abrasive
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Sodium Bicarbonate
Abrasive
Magnesium Carbonate
AbsorbentDiisopropyl Adipate
EmollientCellulose
AbsorbentHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Disteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyquaternium-59
UV AbsorberCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Sodium Acetate
BufferingWater
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Butane, Propane, Sd Alcohol 40-B, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Oryza Sativa Starch, Zeolite, Acrylates Copolymer, Hydrated Silica, Charcoal Powder, Sodium Bicarbonate, Magnesium Carbonate, Diisopropyl Adipate, Cellulose, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Butylene Glycol, Polyquaternium-59, Cetrimonium Chloride, Sodium Acetate, Water, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum
Butane
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Propane
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate
AbsorbentOryza Sativa Starch
AbsorbentDiisopropyl Adipate
EmollientDisteardimonium Hectorite
StabilisingLimonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Ascorbyl Palmitate
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningCitral
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butane is a gas derived from petroleum and natural gas. It is used as an aerosol propellant.
Propane is a gas derived from petroleum and natural gas. It is used as a propellant.
This ingredient is most commonly used in shaving cream, hair products, and makeup.
Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate is a synthetic powder used as an absorbent, thickener, and anti-caking agent.
As an absorbent, it is great at mattifying skin by soaking up the oil. This is why you'll find it in a range of products from makeup to moisturizers.
This ingredient is considered a modified starch. Starch can also be found naturally in plants.
One study from 1991 found that 5% of this ingredient enhanced titanium dioxide SPF by as much as 40%. The study found 1% titanium dioxide had a 5.6 SPF and adding 5% of aluminum starch octenylsuccinate boosted it to an SPF of 8.1
Although “aluminum” in an ingredient name can raise red flags for some consumers, the form and usage context matter significantly. For typical topical applications, there is no substantial evidence of health risks - such as cancer, neurotoxicity, or systemic “aluminum overload.”
Learn more about Aluminum Starch OctenylsuccinateOryza Sativa Starch is an absorbent and used to mattify the skin. It is a natural carbohydrate and the main component of rice. A more common name for this ingredient is 'rice starch'.
Rice starch is created by steeping broken grains in a caustic soda.
Rice extract has many skin benefits. Read more about rice extract here.
Learn more about Oryza Sativa StarchDiisopropyl Adipate comes from isopropyl alcohol and Adipic Acid.
It is a solvent and emollient. As a solvent, it is used to help other ingredients dissolve into the solution. It is also often used to soften hard ingredients.
Emollients help hydrate the skin by creating a thin barrier. This thin barrier prevents moisture from escaping.
Learn more about Diisopropyl AdipateDisteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.
It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.
Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.
Learn more about Disteardimonium HectoriteButylene 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.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Parfum 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.
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IGK Hair First Class Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo 23 ingredients
Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo 17 ingredients
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IGK Hair First Class Charcoal Detox Dry Shampoo 23 ingredients
Definitely one of the better dry shampoos that I have tried!
