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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Kristin Ess Hair Weightless Shine Leave-In Conditioner versus FoxyBae Cali Dreaming Leave-In Conditioner .

Last updated on April 08, 2024. Published on April 08, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free leave-in conditioners. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones

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Leave-in Conditioner American Brand United States
Leave-in Conditioner American Brand United States

Leave-in Conditioner

A type of no-rinse conditioner that hydrates the hair.

Leave-in Conditioner

A type of no-rinse conditioner that hydrates the hair.

Price

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

PHA

Benefits

Hydrating (5)
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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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.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Kristin Ess Hair Weightless Shine Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.

FoxyBae Cali Dreaming Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Kristin Ess Hair Weightless Shine Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 3.

FoxyBae Cali Dreaming Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 11.

3
What it does: Antimicrobial, Emulsifying, Preservative
Community Rating: Liked

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 Weightless Shine Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 17.

FoxyBae Cali Dreaming Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 10.

4
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Amodimethicone is a type of silicone.

Kristin Ess Hair Weightless Shine Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 18.

FoxyBae Cali Dreaming Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.

5
What it does: Emulsifying

We don't have a description for Trideceth-12.

Kristin Ess Hair Weightless Shine Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.

FoxyBae Cali Dreaming Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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Kristin Ess Hair Weightless Shine Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.

FoxyBae Cali Dreaming Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 6.

7
What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

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:

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Kristin Ess Hair Weightless Shine Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 26.

FoxyBae Cali Dreaming Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 31.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

21% are loved or liked
10% have mixed ratings
45% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet
22% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
24% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Kristin Ess Hair Weightless Shine Leave-In Conditioner 29 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 1 rating
Soft (1) Straight Hair (1)
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bagheera

4 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Works amazing, especially when I'm struggling with a bad shampoo/conditioner and need extra help. However, it can weigh down your hair and flatten...

Works amazing, especially when I'm struggling with a bad shampoo/conditioner and need extra help. However, it can weigh down your hair and flatten out curls. Also has a very strong floral smell that I (and my cats) do not like.

FoxyBae Cali Dreaming Leave-In Conditioner 41 ingredients

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