What's inside
What's inside
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Triethanolamine
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG/PPG-17/18 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingBehentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Polyquaternium-4
Potato Starch Modified
Hydroxypropyl Guar
Emulsion StabilisingMethylparaben
Preservative
Limonene
Perfuming
Amodimethicone
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Quaternium-87
CleansingBehentrimonium Methosulfate
Quaternium-33
Trideceth-6
Emulsifying2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol
Skin ConditioningGeraniol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Glycerin
Humectant
Citronellol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Trehalose
Humectant
Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide
Skin ConditioningMyrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf Extract
EmollientParfum
Masking
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propylene Glycol, Dimethiconol, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, PEG/PPG-17/18 Dimethicone, Carbomer, Behentrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium-4, Potato Starch Modified, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Methylparaben, Limonene, Amodimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Quaternium-87, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Quaternium-33, Trideceth-6, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Geraniol, Linalool, Glycerin, Citronellol, Citral, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trehalose, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Leaf Extract, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Amodimethicone
Quaternium-80
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenyl Ethyl Ether
Histidine
Humectant
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Caprylyl Glycol
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Disodium EDTA
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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.
This water-soluble silicone is used for its hydrating and softening properties. It is used to add a silky feel to skincare products and has great benefits for haircare.
In haircare, this ingredient:
- Adds shine
- Protects color
- Offers thermal protection
- Boosts hair strength
- Does not build up as easily
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%.
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.
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 ParfumPropylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolWater. 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 Water
