Nexxus Keraphix Damage Conditioner Healing Conditioner Versus Nexxus Amino Bond Conditioner
Updated on September 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Nexxus Keraphix Damage Conditioner Healing Conditioner 24 ingredients
Nexxus Amino Bond Conditioner 28 ingredients
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Nexxus Keraphix Damage Conditioner Healing Conditioner 24 ingredients
Nexxus Amino Bond Conditioner 28 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Collagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingLactic Acid
Buffering
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Hydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientHydrolyzed Keratin
HumectantOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Parfum
Masking
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingAmodimethicone
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Trehalose
HumectantPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Disodium EDTA
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Chloride
Masking
PEG-7 Propylheptyl Ether
Emulsion StabilisingCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Sodium Sulfate
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Collagen Amino Acids, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Lactic Acid, Behentrimonium Chloride, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Oryza Sativa Extract, Parfum, Dipropylene Glycol, Amodimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Benzyl Alcohol, Trehalose, Phenoxyethanol, Disodium EDTA, Gluconolactone, Sodium Chloride, PEG-7 Propylheptyl Ether, Cetrimonium Chloride, Sodium Sulfate, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethiconol/Silsesquioxane Copolymer
Skin ConditioningStearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingIsohexadecane
EmollientCetyl Palmitate
Emollient
Glutamic Acid
HumectantCysteine Hcl
Antioxidant
Serine
MaskingGlycine
Buffering
Histidine Hcl
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Keratin
HumectantCollagen Amino Acids
Moisturising
Hydrolyzed Elastin
EmollientBehentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Parfum
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethiconol/Silsesquioxane Copolymer, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Isohexadecane, Cetyl Palmitate, Glutamic Acid, Cysteine Hcl, Serine, Glycine, Histidine Hcl, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Collagen Amino Acids, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Behentrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Parfum, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Gluconate, Sodium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Citrate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Hexyl Cinnamal, CI 19140, CI 17200
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCetearyl 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 AlcoholCollagen amino acids are naturally found in the outermost layer of your skin.Your body uses amino acids to build collagen and elastin.
Due to their tiny size, amino acids are able to be absorbed into the skin. They mostly play a role in keeping your skin hydrated and reinforcing your NMF (natural moisturizing factors).
We don't have a description for Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine yet.
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%.
We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Elastin yet.
Hydrolyzed Keratin is derived from keratin. Keratin is a large protein that is naturally found in our hair and skin.
Studies show keratin is able to seal broken hair cuticles, helping to prevent split ends and breakage.
As a humectant, hydrolyzed keratin helps draw moisture from the air to your hair and skin. This helps keep your skin and hair hydrated.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed KeratinParfum 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 ParfumDipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.
Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.
As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.
Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.
Learn more about Dipropylene GlycolDisodium 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 EDTAChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideThis ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
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