Living Proof Curl Enhancer Versus Kristin Ess Hair Weightless Shine Curl Defining Jelly with Glycolic Acid
Updated on October 26, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 6 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 harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Living Proof Curl Enhancer 42 ingredients
Kristin Ess Hair Weightless Shine Curl Defining Jelly with Glycolic Acid 37 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Living Proof Curl Enhancer 42 ingredients
Kristin Ess Hair Weightless Shine Curl Defining Jelly with Glycolic Acid 37 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
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
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-37
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAminomethyl Propanol
BufferingPolyquaternium-7
Sodium PCA
Humectant
Sodium Lactate
BufferingArginine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
Masking
PCA
Humectant
Glycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingSerine
Masking
Valine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Histidine
Humectant
Isoleucine
Skin ConditioningPersea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Phenylalanine
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Mangifera Indica Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Coco-Glucoside
CleansingCarrageenan
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningAlgin
Masking
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Chitosan
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingWater, Polyquaternium-37, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Parfum, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glycolic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Polyquaternium-7, Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, PCA, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Proline, Threonine, Histidine, Isoleucine, Persea Gratissima Oil, Phenylalanine, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Mangifera Indica Seed Butter, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Coco-Glucoside, Carrageenan, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Algin, Sorbitan Oleate, Chitosan, Xanthan Gum
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, 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.
We don't have a description for Chitosan yet.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Parfum 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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