John Frieda Frizz Ease 3 Day Straight Straightening Spray Versus Balea Glow Perfect Shine Coat
Updated on May 26, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both styling creams & sprays. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
John Frieda Frizz Ease 3 Day Straight Straightening Spray 18 ingredients
Balea Glow Perfect Shine Coat 22 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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John Frieda Frizz Ease 3 Day Straight Straightening Spray 18 ingredients
Balea Glow Perfect Shine Coat 22 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Sulfonated Keratin
Skin ProtectingAlcohol
Antimicrobial
Polysilicone-9
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Benzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Steartrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Dipropylene Glycol
HumectantBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Malic Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingParfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Methylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingAlcohol Denat., Water, Propylene Glycol, Myristyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Parfum, Isopropyl Alcohol, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Hydrolyzed Silk, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Limonene, Geraniol, Citric Acid, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hydroxide
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Hydrolyzed Keratin is derived from keratin. Keratin is a large protein that is naturally found in our hair and skin.
Studies show keratin is able to seal broken hair cuticles, helping to prevent split ends and breakage.
As a humectant, hydrolyzed keratin helps draw moisture from the air to your hair and skin. This helps keep your skin and hair hydrated.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed KeratinLactic Acid is another well-loved alpha hydroxy acid (AHA). It is gentler than glycolic acid but still highly effective.
Its main role is to exfoliate the surface of the skin by loosening the âglueâ that holds dead skin cells together. Shedding those old cells leads to smoother, softer, and more even-toned skin.
Because lactic acid molecules are larger than glycolic acid, they donât penetrate as deeply. This means theyâre less likely to sting or irritate, making it a great choice for beginners or those with sensitive skin.
Like glycolic acid, it can:
Lactic acid also acts as a humectant (like hyaluronic acid). It can draw water into the skin to improve hydration and also plays a role in the skin's natural moisturizing factor (NMF) in the form of sodium lactate.
Studies show it can boost ceramide production to strengthen the skin barrier and even help balance the skinâs microbiome.
To get results, choose products with a pH between 3-4.
Lower strengths (5-12%) focus on surface exfoliation; higher strengths (12% and up) can reach deeper in the dermis (deeper, supportive layer) to improve skin texture and firmness over time.
Though it was originally derived from milk, most modern lactic acid used in skincare is vegan. It is made through non-dairy fermentation to create a bio-identical and stable form suitable for all formulations.
When lactic acid shows up near the end of an ingredient list, it usually means the brand added just a tiny amount to adjust the productâs pH.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Lactic acid is truly a gentle multitasker: it exfoliates, hydrates, strengthens, and brightens. It's a great ingredient for giving your skin a smooth, glowing, and healthy look without the harshness of stronger acids.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidLimonene 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 LimoneneLinalool 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.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum 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 âFRAGRANCEâ or âPARFUMâ 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 Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideIngredient Ratings
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