Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L'Oreal Elvital Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner versus Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner .
Last updated on October 23, 2023. Published on January 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
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Ingredient Info
L'Oreal Elvital Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner 26 ingredients
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner 21 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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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 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
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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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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L'Oreal Elvital Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner 26 ingredients
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner 21 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
L'Oreal Elvital Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner 26 ingredients
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner 21 ingredients
Water • Cetyl Alcohol • Amodimethicone • CI 17200 • Nacre Powder • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein • Behentrimonium Chloride • Trideceth-6 • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil • Limonene • Linalool • Benzyl Alcohol • Isopropyl Alcohol • Dipalmitoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Myristyl Alcohol • Cetyl Esters • Cetearyl Alcohol • Cetrimonium Chloride • Citric Acid • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Citronellol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Parfum
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Starch Acetate • Behentrimonium Chloride • Cetyl Esters • Parfum • Phenoxyethanol • Isopropyl Alcohol • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Limonene • Maltodextrin • Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride • Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • Hexyl Cinnamal • Coumarin • Linalool • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Benzyl Alcohol • Hydroxycitronellal • Amyl Cinnamal • Gossypium Herbaceum
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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 Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Hydroxyethylcellulose is used to improve the texture of products. It is created from a chemical reaction involving ethylene oxide and alkali-cellulose. Cellulose is a sugar found in plant cell walls and help give plants structure.
Hydroxyethylcellulose helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating. It can also help thicken the texture of a product.
This ingredient can also be found in pill medicines to help our bodies digest other ingredients.
Learn more about HydroxyethylcelluloseL'Oreal Elvital Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 9.
This 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%.
L'Oreal Elvital Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 8.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 Elvital Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 12.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 10.
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 Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 13.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 14.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 18.
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 AlcoholL'Oreal Elvital Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 8.
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 Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 19.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 20.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Butylphenyl Methylpropional is a synthetic fragrance. You might know it as "lilial". The scent of this ingredient is floral-like and similar to the scent of lily flowers.
In March of 2022, the EU banned this ingredient in both rinse-off and leave-on products. This is because research found Butylphenyl Methylpropional to disrupt fertility in rats.
This ingredient is also a known EU allergen, meaning it is likely to cause an allergic reaction. Irritated skin can be damaging.
We always recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns or questions about this ingredient.
Learn more about Butylphenyl MethylpropionalL'Oreal Elvital Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 17.
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 Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 25.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 14.
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 Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 26.
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 6.
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L'Oreal Elvital Nutri-Gloss Shine Conditioner 26 ingredients
Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner 21 ingredients
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Biolage Volume Bloom Conditioner 21 ingredients
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