Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner versus REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner .
Published on February 10, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both conditioners. They have a total of 17 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin
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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Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
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Ingredient Info
L'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner 28 ingredients
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner 41 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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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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Not Reef Safe
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Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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L'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner 28 ingredients
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner 41 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
L'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner 28 ingredients
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner 41 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Behentrimonium Chloride • Cetyl Esters • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Sodium Benzoate • Phenoxyethanol • Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract • Paeonia Officinalis Flower Extract • Ethylhexyl Salicylate • Trideceth-6 • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • Benzyl Alcohol • Benzyl Salicylate • Linalool • Amodimethicone • Isopropyl Alcohol • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Geraniol • Citric Acid • Potassium Hydroxide • Citronellol • Cetrimonium Chloride • Potassium Sorbate • Hexyl Cinnamal • Glycerin • Parfum • Ceramide AP
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Amodimethicone • Cetyl Esters • Parfum • Cetrimonium Chloride • Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate • Trideceth-5 • Phenoxyethanol • Glycerin • Trideceth-6 • Benzophenone-4 • Trideceth-10 • Sodium Cocoyl Amino Acids • Butylene Glycol • Benzyl Salicylate • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • Limonene • Linalool • Potassium Dimethicone Peg-7 Panthenyl Phosphate • Benzyl Alcohol • Sodium Sarcosinate • Propylene Glycol • Hydroxycitronellal • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Arginine • Serine • 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol • Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • Glutamic Acid • Citronellol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Acetic Acid • Sodium Hydroxide • Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol • Sodium Chloride • Potassium Sorbate • Bambusa Vulgaris Sap Extract • Sorbic Acid • Tetrasodium EDTA
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics 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 AlcoholL'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Cetyl Esters is a synthetic wax made up of mostly fatty acids and fatty alcohols. It is strcturally similar to wax taken from whales.
As an emollient, it creates a thin barrier on the skin. This barrier prevents moisture from escaping.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Cetyl EstersL'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 4.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 7.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Trideceth-6.
L'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 11.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 11.
Chlorhexidine Digluconate is a preservative.
L'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 12.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 13.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.
Benzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateL'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 14.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 15.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 19.
Amodimethicone is a type of silicone.
L'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 16.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 IononeL'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 18.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 25.
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 Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 22.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 31.
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 Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateL'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 24.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 38.
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 CinnamalL'Oreal Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 25.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 32.
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 Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 26.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 Elvital Color-Vive Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 27.
REDKEN Color Extend Magnetics Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 5.
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