Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Kérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask versus L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask .
Last updated on November 06, 2023. Published on January 10, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe hair masks. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Kérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask 26 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask 22 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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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 😥
Contains Alcohol
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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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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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 😥
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Kérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask 26 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask 22 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Kérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask 26 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask 22 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Glycerin • Behentrimonium Chloride • Amodimethicone • Cetrimonium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Isopropyl Alcohol • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Niacinamide • Lactic Acid • Butylene Glycol • Linalool • Benzyl Alcohol • Hydroxycitronellal • Hexyl Cinnamal • Citronellol • Coumarin • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Geraniol • Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • Hydrolyzed Corn Protein • Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • Iris Florentina Root Extract • Parfum
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Behentrimonium Chloride • Euphorbia Cerifera Cera • Amodimethicone • Cetyl Esters • Isopropyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Phenoxyethanol • Trideceth-6 • Linalool • Lactic Acid • Hexyl Cinnamal • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • Cetrimonium Chloride • Limonene • Sodium Hydroxide • Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • CI 19140 • CI 15985 • Parfum
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterKérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholKérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
Glycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinKérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 4.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.
This ingredient is a preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
Kérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.
Amodimethicone is a type of silicone.
Kérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 6.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
This 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.
Kérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 15.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Kérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 9.
Isopropyl Alcohol is more commonly known as rubbing alcohol. It is most commonly used as a solvent, meaning it helps other ingredients dissolve.
This ingredient is an astringent alcohol. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin as they high amounts may strip away your skin's natural oils.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Isopropyl AlcoholKérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 9.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.
Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.
Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.
Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.
Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.
Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Lactic AcidKérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 12.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 12.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolKérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 14.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 11.
Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalKérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 26.
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 22.
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Kérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask 26 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask 22 ingredients
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Kérastase Nutritive Masquintense Riche Hair Mask 26 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask 22 ingredients
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