L'Oréal Professionnel Pro Longer Renewing Cream For Lengths & Ends Versus Living Proof Curl Enhancer
Updated on April 18, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe styling creams & sprays. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
L'Oréal Professionnel Pro Longer Renewing Cream For Lengths & Ends 27 ingredients
Living Proof Curl Enhancer 42 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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L'Oréal Professionnel Pro Longer Renewing Cream For Lengths & Ends 27 ingredients
Living Proof Curl Enhancer 42 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Amodimethicone
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Quaternium-33
Arginine
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingBenzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Serine
Masking
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Limonene
Perfuming
Aminopropyl Triethoxysilane
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Polyquaternium-6
Parfum
Masking
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Water, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Esters, Amodimethicone, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Quaternium-33, Arginine, Panthenol, Lactic Acid, Behentrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-6, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Linalool, Isopropyl Alcohol, Serine, Cetrimonium Chloride, Limonene, Aminopropyl Triethoxysilane, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Polyquaternium-6, Parfum, Ceramide AP
Water
Skin ConditioningMyristyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate
Skin ConditioningPentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-72
Octafluoropentyl Methacrylate
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
C13-15 Alkane
SolventCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingChitosan
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
PCA Ethyl Cocoyl Arginate
MoisturisingBehentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Polyamide-8
EmollientGlyceryl Behenate
Emollient
Steareth-2
EmulsifyingSteareth-21
CleansingBehenyl/Stearyl Aminopropanediol Esters
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Dimethylpabamidopropyl Laurdimonium Tosylate
Maltodextrin/Vp Copolymer
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Linalool
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citronellol
Perfuming
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Methylpropanediol
SolventCitral
Perfuming
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingMethylthiopropylamido Acetyl Methionine
Skin ProtectingPolysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Water, Myristyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Pentylene Glycol, Polyquaternium-72, Octafluoropentyl Methacrylate, Cetyl Alcohol, C13-15 Alkane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Chitosan, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Parfum, PCA Ethyl Cocoyl Arginate, Behentrimonium Chloride, Maltodextrin, Polyamide-8, Glyceryl Behenate, Steareth-2, Steareth-21, Behenyl/Stearyl Aminopropanediol Esters, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Dimethylpabamidopropyl Laurdimonium Tosylate, Maltodextrin/Vp Copolymer, Jojoba Esters, Linalool, Phenoxyethanol, Citronellol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Methylpropanediol, Citral, Disodium Phosphate, Methylthiopropylamido Acetyl Methionine, Polysorbate 60, Benzyl Salicylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Polyglycerin-3, Sodium Phosphate, Tocopherol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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%.
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 SalicylateCetearyl 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 AlcoholThis 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.
Cetyl Alcohol is a fatty alcohol. Fatty Alcohols are most often used as an emollient or to thicken a product.
Its main roles are:
Though it has "alcohol" in the name, it is not related to denatured alcohol or ethyl alcohol.
The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
Learn more about Cetyl AlcoholCitronellol 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 CitronellolLimonene 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 LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient 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.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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