Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Kirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo versus Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo .
Last updated on January 18, 2024. Published on March 13, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols and fragrances
We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.
Price
Ingredient Info
Kirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo 72 ingredients
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo 40 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
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:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
At a glance
Click on any of the items below to learn more
Kirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo 72 ingredients
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo 40 ingredients
Notable Ingredients
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Benefits
This product contains 5 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 5 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Concerns
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Benefits
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
Concerns
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 4 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Build your routine, track which ingredients work for you, and much more with your free account.
Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Kirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo 72 ingredients
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo 40 ingredients
Water • Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate • Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine • Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate • Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate • Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate • Decyl Glucoside • Potassium Cocoate • Glycereth-26 • Glycol Distearate • Cocamidopropylamine Oxide • Phenoxyethanol • Parfum • Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate • Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate • Methyl Gluceth-20 • Quaternium-91 • Amodimethicone • Acrylates Copolymer • Citric Acid • Dicaprylyl Ether • Polyquaternium-10 • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Chlorphenesin • Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate • Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate • Glyceryl Oleate • C11-15 Pareth-7 • Polyquaternium-39 • Laureth-9 • Phospholipids • Glycerin • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol • Polyquaternium-55 • Sodium Benzoate • Panthenol • Trideceth-12 • Glycine Soja Oil • Acetic Acid • Tetrasodium EDTA • Benzoic Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Disodium EDTA • Potassium Sorbate • Hydrolyzed Pea Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol • Caprylyl Glycol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Alcohol • Tocopherol • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Ascorbic Acid • Persea Gratissima Oil • Copaifera Officinalis Resin • Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil • Isomalt • Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract • Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract • Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract • Punica Granatum Extract • Malus Domestica Fruit Cell Culture Extract • Quaternium-95 • Propanediol • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract • Xanthan Gum • Lecithin • Vitis Vinifera Fruit Cell Extract • Vitis Vinifera Seed Extract • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Water • Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate • Parfum • Sodium Chloride • Polyquaternium-10 • Polysorbate 20 • Phenoxyethanol • Hexylene Glycol • Caprylyl Glycol • Glyceryl Caprylate • Peg-150 Distearate • Polyquaternium-7 • Benzyl Salicylate • Coumarin • Benzoic Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Peg-150 Stearate • Potassium Hydroxide • Benzyl Alcohol • Caramel • Glycerin • Peg-150 • Stearic Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Citric Acid • Limonene • Benzyl Benzoate • Rosa Canina Flower Extract • Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract • Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract • Melilotus Officinalis Extract • Salvia Officinalis Extract • Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract • Peg-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate • Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Learn more about what what Com. / Irr. ratings are
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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 WaterKirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Kirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 13.
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 ParfumKirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 14.
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 5.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidKirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 21.
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 28.
Polyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Kirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 23.
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 7.
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 GlycerinKirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 33.
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 23.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateKirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 36.
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 26.
Benzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.
The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.
In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.
The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.
Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.
Learn more about Benzoic AcidKirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 42.
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 17.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateKirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 45.
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 18.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolKirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 47.
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 11.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Kirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo 72 ingredients
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo 40 ingredients
Usage
Here's some more info on how this product is used by our community.
When to use
Kirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo 72 ingredients
Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo 40 ingredients
Alternatives
Our Dupe Finder has found 43 potential alternatives that have similar ingredients to Kirkland Signature Moisture Shampoo.
See 43 alternativesOur Dupe Finder has found 50 potential alternatives that have similar ingredients to Carol's Daughter Black Vanilla Luscious Moisture Shampoo.
See 50 alternatives
