Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Kristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner versus Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner .
Last updated on August 14, 2023. Published on January 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
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 common allergens, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
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Ingredient Info
Kristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner 41 ingredients
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner 37 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Kristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner 41 ingredients
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner 37 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Kristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner 41 ingredients
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner 37 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Behentrimonium Chloride • Glycerin • Cetearamidoethyldiethonium Succinoyl Hydrolyzed Pea Protein • Hypnea Musciformis Extract • Sargassum Filipendula Extract • Sorbitol • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Ricinus Communis Seed Oil • Persea Gratissima Oil • Mangifera Indica Seed Butter • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Oil • Gelidiella Acerosa Extract • Chitosan • Carrageenan • Algin • Coco-Glucoside • Parfum • Cetyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • Cetrimonium Chloride • Isopropyl Palmitate • Polyquaternium-37 • Isopropyl Alcohol • Caprylyl Glycol • Steapyrium Chloride • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Panthenol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Ppg-1 Trideceth-6 • Acrylates/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer • Citric Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Pentasodium Pentetate • Tocopherol • Xanthan Gum • Sorbitan Oleate • Sodium Chloride
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine • Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer • Cetyl Esters • Macrocystis Pyrifera Extract • Laminaria Saccharina Extract • Chlorella Vulgaris Extract • Lactobacillus Ferment • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Behentrimonium Chloride • Triheptanoin • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate • Butylene Glycol • Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables • Pyridoxine Hcl • Panthenol • Diheptyl Succinate • Cetrimonium Chloride • C13-15 Alkane • Citric Acid • Zinc Sulfate • Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex • Sodium Hydroxide • Parfum • Limonene • Ascorbyl Palmitate • Tocopherol • Phenoxyethanol • Chlorphenesin • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • CI 75120
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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 WaterKristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner 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 AlcoholKristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
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%.
Kristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 3.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 GlycerinKristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilKristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner 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 ParfumKristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 20.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 29.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Cetyl Alcohol is not related to SD alcohol, denatured alcohol, or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Its main roles are:
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholKristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
Kristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 22.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 33.
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.
Kristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.
This ingredient is derived from guar gum.
It is a conditioning ingredient, meaning it helps soften skin and hair.
Kristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 29.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 16.
Panthenol (also referred to as pro-vitamin B5) is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin.
lt is a humectant, meaning that it helps the skin attract and retain moisture.
Another benefit is the anti-inflammatory abilities. This means that it's great for sensitive, irritation-prone skin.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
Learn more about PanthenolKristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 31.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 AcidKristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 35.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 25.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideKristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 36.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 28.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolKristin Ess Hair Extra Gentle Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 38.
Bumble and bumble. Seaweed Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 32.
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