Living Proof Curl Shampoo Versus unove Deep Damage Repair Shampoo
Updated on February 27, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, oils and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Living Proof Curl Shampoo 46 ingredients
unove Deep Damage Repair Shampoo 65 ingredients
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Living Proof Curl Shampoo 46 ingredients
unove Deep Damage Repair Shampoo 65 ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingBabassuamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
Skin ConditioningSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Stearate
Emollient
Propanediol
SolventSunfloweroyl Methylglucamide
CleansingJojoba Esters
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Maltooligosyl Glucoside
Skin ConditioningPPG-20 Methyl Glucose Ether Distearate
Emollient
Chitosan
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Grapeseedamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Threoninate
CleansingOctafluoropentyl Methacrylate
Polyquaternium-47
Skin ConditioningMethylthiopropylamido Acetyl Methionine
Skin ProtectingBis-(Isostearoyl/Oleoyl Isopropyl) Dimonium Methosulfate
Skin Conditioning
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingLauryl/Myristyl Polyricinoleate
EmollientHydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate
HumectantGlyceryl Caprylate/Caprate
EmollientPolyquaternium-22
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Methylpropanediol
SolventGlycerin
Humectant
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
EmulsifyingPEG-75 Shea Butter Glycerides
Emulsifying
Polyglycerin-3
HumectantPEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate
Cleansing
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Babassuamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Stearate, Propanediol, Sunfloweroyl Methylglucamide, Jojoba Esters, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Maltooligosyl Glucoside, PPG-20 Methyl Glucose Ether Distearate, Chitosan, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Grapeseedamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Sodium Cocoyl Threoninate, Octafluoropentyl Methacrylate, Polyquaternium-47, Methylthiopropylamido Acetyl Methionine, Bis-(Isostearoyl/Oleoyl Isopropyl) Dimonium Methosulfate, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Lauryl/Myristyl Polyricinoleate, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate, Polyquaternium-22, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, PEG-75 Shea Butter Glycerides, Polyglycerin-3, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Trioleate, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Parfum, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Citronellol
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingParfum
Masking
PPG-3 Myristyl Ether
EmollientSodium Benzoate
Masking
Polyquaternium-10
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCitric Acid
Buffering
Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Pentasodium Pentetate
Sodium Carbonate
BufferingLimonene
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Hydrolyzed Milk Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Collagen
Emollient
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Silk
HumectantMentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialFreesia Refracta Extract
Skin ConditioningLavandula Angustifolia Extract
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Keratin
HumectantEthyl Hexanediol
SolventSilk Amino Acids
HumectantEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningCamellia Japonica Seed Oil
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
HumectantHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningLeucine
Skin ConditioningTaurine
BufferingIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningValine
MaskingAspartic Acid
MaskingOrnithine
Skin ConditioningGlutamic Acid
HumectantGlycine
Buffering
Glutamine
Skin ConditioningCystine
MaskingMethionine
Skin ConditioningTyrosine
MaskingLysine
Skin ConditioningAlanine
MaskingPhenylalanine
MaskingSerine
MaskingTryptophan
MaskingThreonine
Arginine
Masking
Histidine
HumectantAsparagine
MaskingProline
Skin ConditioningWater, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Dipropylene Glycol, Parfum, PPG-3 Myristyl Ether, Sodium Benzoate, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Hexyl Cinnamal, Phenoxyethanol, Pentasodium Pentetate, Sodium Carbonate, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol, Hydrolyzed Milk Protein, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydrolyzed Silk, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Monarda Didyma Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Freesia Refracta Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Extract, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Ethyl Hexanediol, Silk Amino Acids, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Leucine, Taurine, Isoleucine, Valine, Aspartic Acid, Ornithine, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Glutamine, Cystine, Methionine, Tyrosine, Lysine, Alanine, Phenylalanine, Serine, Tryptophan, Threonine, Arginine, Histidine, Asparagine, Proline
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterParfum 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 ParfumRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.
While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, the fragrance components are usually removed in the leaf extract.
Rosemary Leaf Extract can help protect your skin against damage from free-radical molecules. It contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid.
Rosemarinic acid has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.
Learn more about Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil is the oil derived from the seeds of a Sunflower. Sunflower seed oil is non-fragrant. It is an emollient, meaning it helps to soften the skin.
Sunflower seed oil contains many fatty acids. The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids help the skin create ceramides. Ceramides play a role in repairing the skin barrier.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil helps moisturize the skin. This in turn helps the skin look more rejuvenated and smoother.
Sunflowers are rich in vitamin E.
Historians believe Indigenous cultures of North America domesticated sunflowers before corn. Thus they relied on sunflower oil for a variety of uses. One such use is moisturizing skin and hair.
Sunflower seed oil may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed OilCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidEthylhexylglycerin (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.
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 LimoneneHexyl 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 CinnamalCitronellol 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 CitronellolIngredient Ratings
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