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What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
K18 Hair PEPTIDE PREP™ Clarifying Detox Shampoo 18 ingredients
Ouai Hair Oil 45 ingredients
- Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
- Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
- Jojoba Esters
- Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
- Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
- Oryza Sativa Bran Oil
- Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
- Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
- Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
- Glycine Soja Oil
- Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
- Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
- Coconut Alkanes
- Coco-Caprylate/Caprate
- Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidParfum 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.
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 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 ParfumBenzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateIngredient Ratings
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K18 Hair PEPTIDE PREP™ Clarifying Detox Shampoo 18 ingredients
Ouai Hair Oil 45 ingredients
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K18 Hair PEPTIDE PREP™ Clarifying Detox Shampoo 18 ingredients
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There are some clear pros and cons here.
Pros
•good for oily scalp.
•gets rid off excess sebum
•doesn't clog pores
Cons
•bottle is made...
There are some clear pros and cons here.
Pros
•good for oily scalp.
•gets rid off excess sebum
•doesn't clog pores
Cons
•bottle is made out of very hard plastic that makes squeezing out product super hard.
•dries the ends
•mega expensive, especially for 250ml
•getting the product spread through the scalp is very tough without using a lot of it. Using a different shampoo first is necessary for me