Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of MoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask versus MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask .
Published on August 16, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe hair masks. They have a total of 20 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, silicones and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
MoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask 26 ingredients
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask 37 ingredients
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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 🎉
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Vegan
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Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
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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 😥
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MoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask 26 ingredients
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask 37 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
MoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask 26 ingredients
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask 37 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Dimethicone • Canola Oil • Parfum • Behentrimonium Methosulfate • Cetyl Alcohol • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol • Peg-60 Almond Glycerides • Acetamide Mea • Butylene Glycol • Ceteareth-20 • Behentrimonium Chloride • Isopropyl Alcohol • Steareth-2 • Phenoxyethanol • Caprylyl Glycol • Chlorphenesin • Citric Acid • Eugenol • Butylphenyl Methylpropional • Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde • Linalool • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Behentrimonium Chloride • Canola Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Parfum • Dimethicone • Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil • Caryocar Brasiliense Fruit Oil • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol • Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride • Tocopherol • Sorbitan Oleate • Peg-60 Almond Glycerides • Ceteareth-20 • Polyquaternium-37 • Ppg-1 Trideceth-6 • Quaternium-98 • Steareth-2 • Citric Acid • Dimethiconol • Acrylates Copolymer • Caprylyl Glycol • Isopropyl Alcohol • Acetamide Mea • Disodium EDTA • Chlorphenesin • Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine • Polyacrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride • Dihydrogenated Tallow Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate • Potassium Sorbate • BHA • Phenoxyethanol • Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone • Linalool • Hydroxycitronellal
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
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 Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.
Canola Oil is Rapeseed oil with low amounts of erucic acid. It is an emollient and helps hydrate the skin. Emollients help hydrate and soften your skin by trapping moisture.
The comedogenic rating of canola oil is 4.
Canola oil contains Vitamin E, Vitamin K, and fatty acids such as linoleic acid.
Learn more about Canola OilMoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 4.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 6.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil is derived from the kernels of the argania spinosa tree. You may know it as argan oil.
Argan Oil is an antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing ingredient.
Studies have shown argan oil can help fight again radical damage from the sun. This makes it effective at preventing hyperpigmentation.
Large amounts of vitamin E found in argan oil helps the skin retain water. Argan oil also contains fatty acids such as linoleic acid, oleic acid, and palmitic acid. It is also a good source of lipids.
Another benefit of argan oil is skin-soothing. It can help reduce inflammation-related skin symptoms.
Argan Oil is effective at regulating sebum production in pores. This can make it effective at treating hormonal acne.
Traditionally, argan oil was used for its antibacterial and antifungal properties. However, argan oil contains fatty acids that may make it not fungal-acne safe.
Argan Trees are native to Morocco.
Learn more about Argania Spinosa Kernel OilMoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter is a plant lipid from the fruit of the Shea Tree. It is an effective skin hydrator and emollient.
Emollients help soothe and soften your skin. It does this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
Shea butter is rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals, or molecules that may harm the body. It is also full of fatty acids including stearic acid and linoleic acid. These acids help replenish the skin and keep skin moisturized.
While Shea Butter has an SPF rating of about 3-4, it is not a sunscreen replacement.
Shea butter may not be fungal acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Butyrospermum Parkii ButterMoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 9.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol.
MoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 10.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 10.
This ingredient is derived from almond oil. It is an emulsifier with emollient properties.
Emulsifiers help prevent ingredients from separating. The fatty acid content of this ingredient gives it emollient properties. Emollients hydrate the skin by preventing water from evaporating.
Due to the fatty acid content, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
The 60 stands for 60 moles of ethylene oxide.
Learn more about Peg-60 Almond GlyceridesMoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 11.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 14.
We don't have a description for Acetamide Mea.
MoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 12.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 25.
Ceteareth-20 is an emulsifier and cleansing agent. It is derived from cetearyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol.
As an emulsifier, Ceteareth-20 prevents oil and water from separating. It is also a surfactant. Surfactants help gather oil, pollution, and dirt to be washed away.
MoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 14.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 15.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 16.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 24.
Steareth-2 is a waxy compound used to emulsify ingredients. It is created from polyethylene glycol and stearyl alcohol.
The 2 stands for the number of ethylene oxide units used to create this ingredient.
MoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 17.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 19.
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 Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 18.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 34.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolMoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 19.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 23.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinMoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 20.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 27.
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 Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 21.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 25.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 36.
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is a fragrance. It can be synthetically created or naturally occurring.
The scent of Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone is described as "flowery" but can also be "woody".
Naturally occurring Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone may be found in Saccharomyces cerevisiae, or the yeast used to make wine and bread.
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 Alpha-Isomethyl IononeMoroccanOil Weightless Hydrating Mask contains this as ingredient number 26.
MoroccanOil Restorative Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 35.
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