Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm versus Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment .
Published on November 25, 2022
Overview
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and sulfates
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Cream and spray products that help style hair. Some spray products include blowout sprays and sea-salt sprays.
Leave-in Conditioner
A type of no-rinse conditioner that hydrates the hair.
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Ingredient Info
L'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm 33 ingredients
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment 39 ingredients
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Oil Free
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Paraben Free
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
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Vegan
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L'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm 33 ingredients
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment 39 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
L'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm 33 ingredients
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment 39 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Behentrimonium Chloride • Euphorbia Cerifera Cera • Amodimethicone • Cetyl Esters • Isopropyl Alcohol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Lecithin • Tocopherol • Oleth-10 • Phenoxyethanol • Ppg-5-Ceteth-20 • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Ethylparaben • Trideceth-6 • Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride • Camphor Benzalkonium Methosulfate • Limonene • Linalool • Benzyl Alcohol • Benzyl Benzoate • Phosphoric Acid • Geraniol • Disodium Cocoamphodipropionate • Methylparaben • Cetrimonium Chloride • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Citronellol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Amyl Cinnamal • Parfum
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate • Persea Gratissima Oil • Plukenetia Volubilis Seed Oil • Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Kaempferia Galanga Root Extract • Octyldodecyl Citrate Crosspolymer • Hydroxypropylammonium Gluconate • Hydroxypropylgluconamide • Ethyl Isostearate • Tocopherol • Glycerin • Heptyl Undecylenate • Ethyl Macadamiate • Distearyldimonium Chloride • Behentrimonium Methosulfate • Diheptyl Succinate • Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer • Cetrimonium Chloride • Parfum • Farnesol • Eugenol • Linalool • Benzyl Salicylate • Citronellol • Benzyl Alcohol • Citral • Hydroxycitronellal • Benzyl Benzoate • Amyl Cinnamal • Geraniol • Limonene • Citric Acid • Tartaric Acid • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol
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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 WaterL'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 1.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment 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 AlcoholL'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 2.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 GlycerinL'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 3.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 TocopherolL'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 11.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 13.
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.
L'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 13.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 39.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
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.
Learn more about LimoneneL'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 20.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 34.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolL'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 21.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 25.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholL'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 22.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 28.
Benzyl Benzoate is usually created from the condensation of benzoic acid and benzyl alcohol. It is used as a preservative, solvent, and has a floral/balsamic scent in large amounts.
As a preservative, Benzyl Benzoate works against bacteria and fungus. It is often used to treat scabies and lice in medicine.
Solvents are used to keep ingredients together in a product. They can help dissolve ingredients to stable bases or help evenly distribute ingredients throughout the product.
Due to its fragrance, Benzyl Benzoate can be sensitizing and may cause contact dermatitis. It is a known EU allergen. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Benzyl Benzoate can be naturally found in cranberries and peaches.
Learn more about Benzyl BenzoateL'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 23.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 31.
Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.
Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.
Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.
Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.
Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.
Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.
2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-
Learn more about GeraniolL'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 25.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment 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.
L'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 28.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 21.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolL'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 30.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 27.
Amyl Cinnamal is a synthetically produced fragrance. Its scent is reminiscent of jasmine flowers.
Amyl Cinnamal is a known EU allergen. This means it is known to cause skin sensitivity and allergies.
L'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 32.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 32.
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 ParfumL'Oreal Color Vibrancy Repair and Protect Balm contains this as ingredient number 33.
Aveda botanical repair™ Strengthening Leave-In Treatment contains this as ingredient number 22.
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