Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of L'Oreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo versus Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo .
Last updated on November 13, 2023. Published on January 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 10 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 common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
L'Oreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo 34 ingredients
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo 36 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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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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 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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L'Oreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo 34 ingredients
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo 36 ingredients
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L'Oreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo 34 ingredients
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo 36 ingredients
Water • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Sodium Chloride • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Dimethicone • Parfum • CI 77891 • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Mica • Coco-Betaine • Sodium Benzoate • Sodium Hydroxide • Phenoxyethanol • Steareth-6 • Acetic Acid • Peg-100 Stearate • Arginine • Trideceth-10 • Trideceth-3 • Salicylic Acid • Limonene • Fumaric Acid • Linalool • Benzyl Alcohol • Amodimethicone • 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Carbomer • Serine • Citric Acid • Citronellol • Hexylene Glycol • Hexyl Cinnamal • Glycol Distearate
Water • Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate • Cocamide Mea • Sodium Chloride • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Glycerin • Glycol Distearate • Parfum • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Glycine Soja Protein • Hydrolyzed Keratin • Hydrolyzed Corn Protein • Hydrolyzed Soy Protein • Panthenol • Cyclopentasiloxane • Dimethiconol • Polyquaternium-10 • Peg-150 Distearate • Dicaprylyl Ether • Decyl Glucoside • Glyceryl Oleate • Phenoxyethanol • Methylchloroisothiazolinone • Methylisothiazolinone • Citric Acid • Polyquaternium-7 • Magnesium Chloride • Potassium Sorbate • Benzoic Acid • Magnesium Nitrate • Sodium Acetate • Sodium Benzoate • Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate • Sodium Hydroxide • Benzyl Benzoate • Limonene
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 Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.
Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideL'Oreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 3.
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 4.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine. Dimethylaminopropylamine is a diamine, an amine with two amino groups.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineL'Oreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 4.
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 6.
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
Sodium Benzoate is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateL'Oreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 11.
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 32.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideL'Oreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 12.
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 34.
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 Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 13.
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 21.
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 36.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidL'Oreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 30.
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 25.
Glycol Distearate serves as a pearlizing or opacifying agent in cosmetic products.
It's often included in cleansers and haircare products to give them a lustrous or shimmering appearance.
It is derived from stearic acid, a natural fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils and animal fats.
Glycol Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Glycol DistearateL'Oreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 34.
Hask Argan Oil Repairing Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 7.
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L'Oreal Elvive Total Repair 5 Repairing Shampoo 34 ingredients
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