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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L'Oreal Elvive Hyaluron Plump Hydrating Conditioner versus Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisture Conditioner for Dry Hair .

Last updated on July 13, 2023. Published on December 29, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any common allergens or parabens

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, silicones and sulfates

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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
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

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

Notable Ingredients

AHA
PHA

Benefits

Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

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

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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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L'Oreal Elvive Hyaluron Plump Hydrating Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.

Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisture Conditioner for Dry Hair contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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.

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L'Oreal Elvive Hyaluron Plump Hydrating Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.

Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisture Conditioner for Dry Hair contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

L'Oreal Elvive Hyaluron Plump Hydrating Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 3.

Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisture Conditioner for Dry Hair contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Liked

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 Elvive Hyaluron Plump Hydrating Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 5.

Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisture Conditioner for Dry Hair contains this as ingredient number 9.

5
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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L'Oreal Elvive Hyaluron Plump Hydrating Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 6.

Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisture Conditioner for Dry Hair contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Amodimethicone is a type of silicone.

L'Oreal Elvive Hyaluron Plump Hydrating Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 7.

Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisture Conditioner for Dry Hair contains this as ingredient number 13.

7
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 Elvive Hyaluron Plump Hydrating Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 9.

Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisture Conditioner for Dry Hair contains this as ingredient number 20.

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What it does: Buffering, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.

Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.

Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.

Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.

Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

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L'Oreal Elvive Hyaluron Plump Hydrating Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 12.

Nexxus Humectress Ultimate Moisture Conditioner for Dry Hair contains this as ingredient number 12.

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

35% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
47% are disliked or very disliked
12% have no rating yet
30% are loved or liked
4% have mixed ratings
57% are disliked or very disliked
9% have no rating yet

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