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It’s a 10 Miracle Shampoo Plus Keratin Versus Pureology Strength Cure Shampoo

Shampoo
Shampoo
American Brand United States
American Brand United States

Updated on April 18, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones

We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that needs an update? Let us know.

Ingredient Info

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About this product

About this product

At a glance

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Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Side-by-side

found in both products
Strength Cure Shampoo

Water

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

Cleansing

Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate

Cleansing

Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate

Cleansing

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate

Cleansing

Coco-Betaine

Cleansing

Glycol Distearate

Emollient
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Glycereth-26

Humectant
0 / 0

Decyl Glucoside

Cleansing

Coconut Acid

Cleansing
Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Sodium Hydroxide

Buffering

Parfum

Masking
Fragrance IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Sodium Isethionate

Cleansing

Citric Acid

Buffering
AHA IconGood for Oily Skin IconGood for Skin Texture IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconGood for Scar Healing IconHelps brighten skin IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

PPG-5-Ceteth-20

Emulsifying

Sodium Chloride

Masking
Can worsen Dry Skin IconBad for Acne Prone Skin IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer

Polyquaternium-7

Amodimethicone

Silicon Icon

Polyquaternium-10

Carbomer

Emulsion Stabilising
1 / 0

Acrylates Copolymer

PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate

Not safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Propylene Glycol

Humectant
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

C11-15 Pareth-7

Emulsifying

Hexyl Cinnamal

Perfuming
Fragrance IconMay cause irritation IconEU Allergen Icon

Benzoic Acid

Masking
Preservative IconMay worsen Eczema Icon

Laureth-9

Emulsifying

Butylene Glycol

Humectant
1 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin Icon

Glycerin

Humectant
0 / 0 Helps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps brighten skin Icon

Linalool

Perfuming
Fragrance IconMay cause irritation IconEU Allergen IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Tocopherol

Antioxidant
0-3 / 0-3 Vitamin E IconAntioxidant IconHelps hydrate Dry Skin IconHelps with Anti-Aging IconGood for Scar Healing Icon

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil

Masking
0-2 / 0 Fragrance IconOil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Camelina Sativa Seed Oil

Skin Conditioning
Oil IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

Trideceth-12

Emulsifying

Salicylic Acid

Masking
BHA IconPreservative IconGood for Oily Skin IconGood for Minimizing Pores IconHelps fight Acne IconHelps brighten skin IconCan worsen Dry Skin IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract

Skin Conditioning

Sodium Benzoate

Masking
Preservative Icon

Magnesium Nitrate

Benzyl Alcohol

Perfuming
Alcohol IconFragrance IconPreservative IconCan worsen Dry Skin IconMay worsen Oily Skin IconMay cause irritation IconEU Allergen IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

C12-13 Pareth-23

Cleansing

C12-13 Pareth-3

Emulsifying

Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol

Skin Conditioning

Limonene

Perfuming
Fragrance IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon

Arginine

Masking
Good for Scar Healing IconNot safe for Fungal Acne Icon

2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol

Skin Conditioning

Poly(Linseed Oil)

Oil Icon

Benzophenone-4

UV Absorber
Chemical UV Filter Icon

Phenoxyethanol

Preservative
Preservative Icon

Citronellol

Perfuming
Fragrance IconMay cause irritation IconEU Allergen Icon

CI 14700

Cosmetic Colorant
2 / 1

Methylchloroisothiazolinone

Preservative
Preservative IconMay cause irritation IconMay worsen Eczema Icon

Sorbic Acid

Preservative
Preservative Icon

Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract

Antioxidant
Antioxidant Icon

Magnesium Chloride

Methylisothiazolinone

Preservative
Preservative IconMay cause irritation IconMay worsen Eczema Icon

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Masking

Potassium Sorbate

Preservative
Preservative Icon

CI 15510

Cosmetic Colorant

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Masking, Perfuming

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.

Learn more about Parfum
Perfuming

Linalool 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.

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Perfuming

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.

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Perfuming

Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".

Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.

Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.

Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,

Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.

Learn more about Citronellol
Perfuming, Solvent

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".

Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.

When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.

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.

Learn more about Limonene

When to use

2 Routines
50% use in am
50% use in pm
50% use every 4_days
4 Routines
50% use in am
50% use in pm
75% use every day

Reviews

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It’s a 10 Miracle Shampoo Plus Keratin 21 ingredients

1.0 /5
from 1 rating
Straight Hair (1)
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ginquet_159

6 months ago
Review

There was horrible burning and itch on my scalp from one use.

#straight hair

Pureology Strength Cure Shampoo 59 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating