Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Kérastase Elixir Ultime Hydrating Hair Oil Serum versus Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Hair Oil .
Published on May 24, 2023
Overview
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Hair Serum
Liquid-based hair treatment to help nourish the hair.
Hair Oil
Oil-based hair treatment to help nourish the hair.
Price
Ingredient Info
Kérastase Elixir Ultime Hydrating Hair Oil Serum 16 ingredients
Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Hair Oil 8 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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Kérastase Elixir Ultime Hydrating Hair Oil Serum 16 ingredients
Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Hair Oil 8 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Kérastase Elixir Ultime Hydrating Hair Oil Serum 16 ingredients
Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Hair Oil 8 ingredients
Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethiconol • Zea Mays Germ Oil • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil • Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil • Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Linalool • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Limonene • Coumarin • Benzyl Alcohol • Phyllanthus Emblica Fruit Extract • Tocopherol • Parfum
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
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Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneKérastase Elixir Ultime Hydrating Hair Oil Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.
Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Hair Oil contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.
Kérastase Elixir Ultime Hydrating Hair Oil Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.
Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Hair Oil contains this as ingredient number 2.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 ParfumKérastase Elixir Ultime Hydrating Hair Oil Serum contains this as ingredient number 16.
Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Hair Oil contains this as ingredient number 8.
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Kérastase Elixir Ultime Hydrating Hair Oil Serum 16 ingredients
Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Hair Oil 8 ingredients
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Kérastase Elixir Ultime Hydrating Hair Oil Serum 16 ingredients
Shu Uemura Essence Absolue Nourishing Protective Hair Oil 8 ingredients
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