Miss Jessie’s Jelly Soft Curls Versus Pattern by Tracee Ellis Ross Strong Hold Gel
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe gel, pomade & wax. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening 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
Miss Jessie’s Jelly Soft Curls 10 ingredients
Pattern by Tracee Ellis Ross Strong Hold Gel 28 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Miss Jessie’s Jelly Soft Curls 10 ingredients
Pattern by Tracee Ellis Ross Strong Hold Gel 28 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPvp
Emulsion StabilisingPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyquaternium-37
Glycerin
Humectant
Vp/Va Copolymer
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil
Emollient
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil
Perfuming
Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil
Moisturising
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
Babassu Oil Glycereth-8 Esters
Emulsifying
Rice Oil Glycereth-8 Esters
Cleansing
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Amyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Pvp, Propylene Glycol, Polyquaternium-37, Glycerin, Vp/Va Copolymer, Polysorbate 20, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Caryodendron Orinocense Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum Seed Oil, Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Chondrus Crispus Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Hydroxyacetophenone, Babassu Oil Glycereth-8 Esters, Rice Oil Glycereth-8 Esters, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Disodium EDTA, Chlorphenesin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate, Amyl Cinnamal, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aminomethyl Propanol is used to adjust the pH of products. It is also used as a base to create other organic compounds. Having a balanced pH is important for protecting your skin.
Aminomethyl propanol is safe to use in cosmetics up to 1%. It is soluble in water.
Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.
It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.
Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.
Learn more about Disodium EDTAGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinParfum 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 ParfumPolysorbate 20 is made by combining ethoxylation of sorbitan, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid. It is a mild cleansing agent, surfactant, and emulsifier.
As a surfactant, it helps collect dirt and oils for washing. Emulsifiers prevent oils and water from separating.
Polysorbate 20 also adds scent to a product. Since it is made using sorbitol, it has a sweet scent. Sorbitol can also be found in fruits such as apples and peaches.
The lauric acid used to create Polysorbate 20 is often derived from coconuts.
Polysorbate 20 may not be fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Polysorbate 20Pvp is a water-soluble synthetic polymer and common hairstyling ingredient. It is a film-forming ingredient and used to "hold" specific shapes of hair.
Pvp is less effective in high-humidity. It tends to draw moisture, but this moisture dismantles the structure and "hold".
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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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