Kenra Platinum Finishing Spray 26 Versus SexyHair Big Get Layered Flash Dry Thickening Hairspray
Updated on October 15, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe hair sprays. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Kenra Platinum Finishing Spray 26 11 ingredients
SexyHair Big Get Layered Flash Dry Thickening Hairspray 20 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Kenra Platinum Finishing Spray 26 11 ingredients
SexyHair Big Get Layered Flash Dry Thickening Hairspray 20 ingredients
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Sd Alcohol 40-B
Astringent
Hydrofluorocarbon 152a
Isobutane
Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingAmp-Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
CleansingCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
Triethyl Citrate
Masking
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Benzophenone-3
UV Absorber
Va/Crotonates/Vinyl Neodecanoate Copolymer
Tapioca Starch
Diamond Powder
Abrasive
Water
Skin ConditioningPolymethylsilsesquioxane
Linalool
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Sd Alcohol 40-B, Hydrofluorocarbon 152a, Isobutane, Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Amp-Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Cyclopentasiloxane, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Parfum, Triethyl Citrate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Benzophenone-3, Va/Crotonates/Vinyl Neodecanoate Copolymer, Tapioca Starch, Diamond Powder, Water, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Linalool, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Limonene
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aminomethyl Propanol is used to adjust the pH of products. It is also used as a base to create other organic compounds. Having a balanced pH is important for protecting your skin.
Aminomethyl propanol is safe to use in cosmetics up to 1%. It is soluble in water.
We don't have a description for Amp-Isostearoyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein yet.
You probably know this ingredient as Oxybenzone, a sunscreen ingredient. It is a broad-spectrum sunscreen ingredient, meaning it can protect the skin against UVB and short UVA rays. The absorption range is 270-350 nm with peak absorption at 288 and 350 nm.
This chemical ingredient protects your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy. UV absorbers may absorb both UVA and UVB rays. It is often combined with other sunscreen ingredients to help with stability.
Ongoing research is looking into whether oxybenzone causes skin irritation and sensitivity. However, it has been shown to trigger contact dermatitis in some studies.
Oxybenzone is allowed in certain concentrations by many countries. It is allowed up to 6% in the US, and Canada, 5% in Japan, and 10% in Australia. Other countries and regions of the US have banned this ingredient to protect coral reefs and marine ecosystems. These places include Hawaii, Key West, US Virgin Islands, marine parks in Thailand, Aruba, and Palau.
The EU currently allows the following maximum concentrations:
Studies show conflicting results about oxybenzone being absorbed into the human body. The Swedish Research Institute has advised careful use of this ingredient by pregnant women and children. We always recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns about this ingredient and your health.
Learn more about Benzophenone-3We don't have a description for Hydrofluorocarbon 152a yet.
We don't have a description for Isobutane yet.
We don't have a description for Octylacrylamide/Acrylates/Butylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer yet.
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 ParfumPEG-12 Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconeTriethyl Citrate is a fragrance.
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