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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long versus Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner .

Last updated on November 17, 2023. Published on February 01, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 19 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain niacinamide

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones

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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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Notable Ingredients

AHA
Niacinamide

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (3)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (3)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

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

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Ingredients Explained

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What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Alcohol

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 1.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.

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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.

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 3.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: Smoothing
Community Rating: Loved

Niacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.

It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.

Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.

The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.

When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.

Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.

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L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 4.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 15.

4
What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Hydroxycitronellal is a fragrance created from citronellal. The smell of hydroxycitronellal is often described as "citrus-like" or "melon-like".

Hydroxycitronellal is a known EU allergen and may cause irritation when applied to the skin.

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 7.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 20.

5
What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Corn Protein.

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 9.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 28.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Soy Protein.

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 10.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 29.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein.

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 11.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 27.

8
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 12.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

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.

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L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 22.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 14.

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What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 24.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 18.

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What it does: Perfuming, Preservative, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Alcohol

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 25.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 19.

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What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Isopropyl Alcohol is more commonly known as rubbing alcohol. It is most commonly used as a solvent, meaning it helps other ingredients dissolve.

This ingredient is an astringent alcohol. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin as they high amounts may strip away your skin's natural oils.

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 Isopropyl Alcohol

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 26.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 11.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Amodimethicone is a type of silicone.

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 27.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 12.

14
What it does: Perfuming, Skin Conditioning

Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is a fragrance. It can be synthetically created or naturally occurring.

The scent of Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is described as "flowery" but can also be "woody".

Naturally occurring Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone may be found in Saccharomyces cerevisiae, or the yeast used to make wine and bread.

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 Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 28.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 25.

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What it does: Perfuming, Tonic
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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)-

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L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 30.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 26.

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What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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 Citronellol

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 32.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 22.

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What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Coumarins are a group of substances found naturally in plants. There are over 1300 types of coumarins identified. It has a natural vanilla scent.

Coumarin is an identified EU known allergy, meaning it may cause an allergic reaction when applied to the skin.

In many countries, coumarin is banned as a food additive. However, it can be found in soaps, tobacco products, and some alcohol drinks.

Plants use coumarins as a chemical defense. Some plants that have coumarins include lavender, tonka beans, and yellow clovers.

Learn more about Coumarin

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 33.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 24.

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What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.

This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.

Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.

Learn more about Hexyl Cinnamal

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 34.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.

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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.

Learn more about Parfum

L'Oreal Conditioner Dream Long contains this as ingredient number 35.

Kérastase Nutritive Lait Vital Ultra-Light Detangling Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 32.

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53% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet

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