Love Beauty and Planet Tea Tree And Vetiver Scalp Refresh Shampoo Versus Faith In Nature Tea Tree Shampoo
Updated on January 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and oily skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Love Beauty and Planet Tea Tree And Vetiver Scalp Refresh Shampoo 23 ingredients
Faith In Nature Tea Tree Shampoo 13 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Love Beauty and Planet Tea Tree And Vetiver Scalp Refresh Shampoo 23 ingredients
Faith In Nature Tea Tree Shampoo 13 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
CleansingParfum
Masking
Pramoxine Hydrochloride
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningVetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil
Masking
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Chloride
Masking
Polyquaternium-10
PPG-9
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Tea-Dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Parfum, Pramoxine Hydrochloride, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Vetiveria Zizanoides Root Oil, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Glycol Distearate, Laureth-4, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Carbomer, Sodium Chloride, Polyquaternium-10, PPG-9, Disodium EDTA, Propylene Glycol, Limonene, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric 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 AcidLimonene 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 LimoneneThis tea tree oil comes from the leaves of the Tea Tree plant. Tea tree oil has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties.
According to the book Journal of Profiles of Drug Substances, tea tree helps in reducing acne-causing bacteria such as Propionibacterium acnes. This is due to the Terpinen components of tea tree oil.
Tea tree may cause sensitivity and irritation for some people. This oil naturally contains fragrance such as linalool and limonene.
However, research shows irritation usually occurs when using pure tea tree oil and not in cosmetic products.
Tea tree oil was found to help relieve the symptoms of psoriasis in one study.
Tea tree oil is toxic when ingested. Another study showed it to caused damage to the nervous system of dogs and cats when applied to their skin or given orally.
Learn more about Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf OilParfum 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 ParfumSodium 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.
It 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 BenzoateWater. 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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