Luseta Perfect Bonding N°3 Restoring Leave-In Cream Versus L'Oréal Professionnel Curl Expression Moisturizing Leave-In Cream
Updated on April 18, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe leave-in treatments. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Luseta Perfect Bonding N°3 Restoring Leave-In Cream 22 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Curl Expression Moisturizing Leave-In Cream 29 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Luseta Perfect Bonding N°3 Restoring Leave-In Cream 22 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Curl Expression Moisturizing Leave-In Cream 29 ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Amodimethicone
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Steartrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Dimethicone
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingCitric Acid
Buffering
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Amodimethicone, Trideceth-12, Cetrimonium Chloride, Steartrimonium Chloride, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Isopropyl Myristate, Propylene Glycol, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Parfum, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Disodium EDTA, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Citric Acid, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Water
Skin ConditioningAminopropyl Triethoxysilane
C13-16 Isoparaffin
Solvent
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Glycerin
Humectant
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Polyquaternium-37
Amodimethicone
Polyquaternium-6
Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate
EmollientDimethicone
Emollient
Hydroxypropyl Guar
Emulsion StabilisingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Trideceth-5
EmulsifyingSteareth-20
CleansingVp/Va Copolymer
PPG-1 Trideceth-6
Skin ConditioningTrideceth-10
CleansingSorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Chlorhexidine Digluconate
Antimicrobial
Acetic Acid
BufferingHydroxyethyl Urea
Humectant
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Tetrasodium EDTA
Hibiscus Esculentus Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Aminopropyl Triethoxysilane, C13-16 Isoparaffin, Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Myristate, Polyquaternium-37, Amodimethicone, Polyquaternium-6, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Dimethicone, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Phenoxyethanol, Trideceth-5, Steareth-20, Vp/Va Copolymer, PPG-1 Trideceth-6, Trideceth-10, Sorbitan Oleate, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Acetic Acid, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Benzyl Alcohol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Hibiscus Esculentus Seed Extract, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This water-soluble silicone is used for its hydrating and softening properties. It is used to add a silky feel to skincare products and has great benefits for haircare.
In haircare, this ingredient:
- Adds shine
- Protects color
- Offers thermal protection
- Boosts hair strength
- Does not build up as easily
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholCetearyl 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 AlcoholDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeIsopropyl Myristate is an emollient, thickening agent, and texture enhancer. It is created from isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid.
It is used to help other ingredients be better absorbed. It is also an emollient and may help soften and hydrate the skin.
The comedogenic rating of this ingredient depends on the concentration. Lower amounts results in a lower rating.
Isopropyl Myristate may not be fungal acne safe. It can potentially worsen acne prone skin.
Learn more about Isopropyl MyristateParfum 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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