Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of MoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream versus Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother .
Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on January 08, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe styling creams & sprays. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Styling Creams & Spray
Cream and spray products that help style hair. Some spray products include blowout sprays and sea-salt sprays.
Styling Creams & Spray
Cream and spray products that help style hair. Some spray products include blowout sprays and sea-salt sprays.
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Ingredient Info
MoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream 18 ingredients
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother 46 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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MoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream 18 ingredients
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother 46 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
MoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream 18 ingredients
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother 46 ingredients
Water • Dimethicone • Cetearyl Alcohol • Parfum • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Behentrimonium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Glyceryl Stearate Se • Caprylyl Glycol • Isopropyl Alcohol • Chlorphenesin • Citric Acid • CI 15985 • Eugenol • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde • Linalool • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Isohexadecane • Coco-Caprylate • Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate • Behentrimonium Chloride • Isododecane • Phenyl Trimethicone • Propanediol • Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate • Parfum • Cetrimonium Chloride • Phenoxyethanol • Glyceryl Stearate • Isopropyl Alcohol • Hydroxyethylcellulose • Hydroxypropyl Guar • Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate • Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene • Citral • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol • Disodium EDTA • Linalool • Citronellol • Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate • Hydroxycitronellal • Etidronic Acid • Tocopherol • Geraniol • Potassium Sorbate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Phytantriol • Sodium Benzoate • Pseudozyma Epicola/Camellia Sinensis Seed Oil Ferment Extract Filtrate • Tocopheryl Acetate • Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice • Panthenol • Citric Acid • Gigartina Stellata Extract • Chondrus Crispus Extract • Ascorbic Acid • Cocos Nucifera Oil
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterMoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother contains this as ingredient number 1.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
MoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream contains this as ingredient number 2.
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother contains this as ingredient number 3.
Cetearyl 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 AlcoholMoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream contains this as ingredient number 3.
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother contains this as ingredient number 2.
Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.
In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. 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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.
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 ParfumMoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother contains this as ingredient number 12.
This ingredient is a preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
MoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream contains this as ingredient number 6.
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother contains this as ingredient number 7.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
MoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother contains this as ingredient number 14.
Isopropyl Alcohol is more commonly known as rubbing alcohol. It is most commonly used as a solvent, meaning it helps other ingredients dissolve.
This ingredient is an astringent alcohol. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin as they high amounts may strip away your skin's natural oils.
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 Isopropyl AlcoholMoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream contains this as ingredient number 10.
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother contains this as ingredient number 16.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidMoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream contains this as ingredient number 12.
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother contains this as ingredient number 42.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolMoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream contains this as ingredient number 17.
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother contains this as ingredient number 26.
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MoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream 18 ingredients
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother 46 ingredients
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Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother 46 ingredients
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MoroccanOil Hydrating Styling Cream 18 ingredients
Olaplex No.6 Bond Smoother 46 ingredients
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I felt meh about how this made my hair look, until I looked into the ingredients and now I'm throwing this out. If you're not at all acne prone,...
I felt meh about how this made my hair look, until I looked into the ingredients and now I'm throwing this out. If you're not at all acne prone, this MIGHT be okay.
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