Joico Defy Damage Protective Conditioner Versus L'Oreal Elvital Dream Lengths Detangler Conditioner
Updated on February 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Joico Defy Damage Protective Conditioner 48 ingredients
L'Oreal Elvital Dream Lengths Detangler Conditioner 35 ingredients
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Joico Defy Damage Protective Conditioner 48 ingredients
L'Oreal Elvital Dream Lengths Detangler Conditioner 35 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Amodimethicone
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Behenyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dicetyldimonium Chloride
EmulsifyingHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycine Soja Oil
Emollient
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Olive Oil
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Avena Sativa Peptide
Skin Conditioning
Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingLaurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Keratin
Skin ConditioningMoringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Rosa Canina Fruit Oil
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables
Skin Conditioning
Arginine Hcl
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyl Chitosan
Arginine
Masking
Quaternium-87
CleansingStearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingDistearyldimonium Chloride
Citric Acid
Buffering
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningC11-15 Pareth-7
EmulsifyingTrideceth-12
EmulsifyingLaureth-9
EmulsifyingDiethylhexyl Malate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Tetrasodium EDTA
PEG-4 Laurate
Emulsifying
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingC10-40 Isoalkylamidopropylethyldimonium Ethosulfate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitronellol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Water, Stearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetyl Esters, Amodimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Parfum, Behenyl Alcohol, Dicetyldimonium Chloride, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glycine Soja Oil, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Olive Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Avena Sativa Peptide, Phosphatidylcholine, Laurdimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Keratin, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Rosa Canina Fruit Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Olea Europaea Oil Unsaponifiables, Arginine Hcl, Hydroxypropyl Chitosan, Arginine, Quaternium-87, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Distearyldimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Propylene Glycol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, C11-15 Pareth-7, Trideceth-12, Laureth-9, Diethylhexyl Malate, Glycerin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Tetrasodium EDTA, PEG-4 Laurate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Dipropylene Glycol, C10-40 Isoalkylamidopropylethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Alcohol Denat., Sodium Hydroxide, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dicetyldimonium Chloride
EmulsifyingCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Steareth-6
EmulsifyingAcetic Acid
BufferingPEG-100 Stearate
Trideceth-10
CleansingTrideceth-3
EmulsifyingTrisodium Hedta
Chlorhexidine Digluconate
Antimicrobial
Dimethicone
Emollient
Limonene
Perfuming
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
Geraniol
Perfuming
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Citronellol
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dicetyldimonium Chloride, Cetrimonium Chloride, Niacinamide, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Hydroxycitronellal, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Phenoxyethanol, Steareth-6, Acetic Acid, PEG-100 Stearate, Trideceth-10, Trideceth-3, Trisodium Hedta, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Dimethicone, Limonene, Panthenol, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Tartaric Acid, Geraniol, Cetyl Esters, Citronellol, Coumarin, Hexyl Cinnamal, Parfum, Ceramide AP
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 WaterCetyl Esters is a synthetic wax made up of mostly fatty acids and fatty alcohols. It is strcturally similar to wax taken from whales.
As an emollient, it creates a thin barrier on the skin. This barrier prevents moisture from escaping.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Cetyl EstersParfum 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 ParfumWe don't have a description for Dicetyldimonium Chloride yet.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolThis ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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 CitronellolAlpha-Isomethyl Ionone is a fragrance. It can be synthetically created or naturally occurring.
The scent of Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is described as "flowery" but can also be "woody".
Naturally occurring Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone may be found in Saccharomyces cerevisiae, or the yeast used to make wine and bread.
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 Alpha-Isomethyl IononeIngredient Ratings
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