Kristin Ess Hair Fragrance Free Shine Enhancing Conditioner Versus Kristin Ess Hair Fragrance Free Deep Treatment Mask
Updated on February 22, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain oils
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Ingredient Info
Kristin Ess Hair Fragrance Free Shine Enhancing Conditioner 23 ingredients
Kristin Ess Hair Fragrance Free Deep Treatment Mask 30 ingredients
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Kristin Ess Hair Fragrance Free Shine Enhancing Conditioner 23 ingredients
Kristin Ess Hair Fragrance Free Deep Treatment Mask 30 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningBrassica Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Brassicyl Isoleucinate Esylate
Emulsion StabilisingPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Isododecane
EmollientCetyl Esters
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Water, Brassica Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Cetyl Alcohol, Brassicyl Isoleucinate Esylate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Phenoxyethanol, Isododecane, Cetyl Esters, Behentrimonium Chloride, Isopropyl Myristate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Water
Skin ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Myristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate
EmollientHydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Sorbitol
Humectant
Isododecane
EmollientSodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride
Antimicrobial
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Moroccan Lava Clay
Abrasive
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate
Antioxidant
Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract
Skin ConditioningMorinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningLycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
AstringentCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Punica Granatum Fruit Juice
MaskingCoffea Arabica Seed Extract
MaskingEuterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Myristyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Isopropyl Palmitate, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Sodium Benzoate, Sorbitol, Isododecane, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Citric Acid, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Moroccan Lava Clay, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract, Morinda Citrifolia Fruit Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Juice, Coffea Arabica Seed Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCetearyl 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 AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholIsododecane is a fragrance, emollient, and solvent.
As an emollient, it helps your skin stay soft and hydrated. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin.
Isododecane's role as a solvent makes it a great texture enhancer. It spreads smoothly on skin and does not leave a sticky feeling behind. Isododecane also helps prevent color transfer in makeup products.
Isododecane is not absorbed into skin.
Learn more about IsododecaneThis 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%.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
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