Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Curl Activation Mousse Versus Not Your Mother’s Balancing Act Detoxifying Scalp AHA Exfoliant
Updated on September 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Curl Activation Mousse 17 ingredients
Not Your Mother’s Balancing Act Detoxifying Scalp AHA Exfoliant 33 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
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Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Curl Activation Mousse 17 ingredients
Not Your Mother’s Balancing Act Detoxifying Scalp AHA Exfoliant 33 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-46
Isobutane
Propane
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingOleth-20
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingBenzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Water
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Isopentyldiol
Humectant
Hamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract
MaskingCitrus Limon Fruit Extract
Masking
Acer Saccharum Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Tartaric Acid
Buffering
Malic Acid
Buffering
Menthol
Masking
Sea Water
HumectantLaminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
Skin Conditioning
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Lavandula Stoechas Extract
MaskingPropanediol
Solvent
Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract
Astringent
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Ceteareth-20
Cleansing
Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum
Skin ConditioningAcrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride/Acrylates Copolymer
Isohexadecane
EmollientCoceth-7
EmulsifyingParfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningWater, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Lactic Acid, Isopentyldiol, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Glycolic Acid, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon Fruit Extract, Acer Saccharum Extract, Citric Acid, Tartaric Acid, Malic Acid, Menthol, Sea Water, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Saccharide Isomerate, Lavandula Stoechas Extract, Propanediol, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Caesalpinia Spinosa Gum, Acrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride/Acrylates Copolymer, Isohexadecane, Coceth-7, Parfum, Limonene, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Parfum 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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