Off & Relax Spa Scalp Essence Versus The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA For Scalp
Updated on March 06, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe scalp treatments. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, oily skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Off & Relax Spa Scalp Essence 25 ingredients
The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA For Scalp 36 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Off & Relax Spa Scalp Essence 25 ingredients
The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA For Scalp 36 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PEG-30 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Swertia Japonica Extract
Skin ConditioningMorus Alba Extract
AstringentHoney
Humectant
Oryza Sativa Lees Extract
Skin ConditioningMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventAnthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Corn Starch
HumectantSodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantDipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Squalane
Emollient
Menthol
Masking
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingParfum
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingWater, Alcohol Denat., Butylene Glycol, PEG-30 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Panthenol, Swertia Japonica Extract, Morus Alba Extract, Honey, Oryza Sativa Lees Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Propanediol, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Squalane, Menthol, Carbomer, Parfum, Disodium EDTA, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Hydroxide
Water
Skin ConditioningSqualane
Emollient
C12-13 Alkyl Glyceryl Hydrolyzed Hyaluronate
Arginine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
MaskingGlycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingSerine
MaskingValine
MaskingIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Histidine
HumectantPhenylalanine
MaskingGlutamic Acid
HumectantGlucose
HumectantFructose
HumectantSucrose
HumectantPCA
HumectantSodium PCA
HumectantZinc PCA
Humectant
Magnesium PCA
Humectant
Manganese PCA
HumectantUrea
Buffering
Sodium Lactate
BufferingLactic Acid
Buffering
Hexyl Nicotinate
EmollientLauryl Glucoside
CleansingMyristyl Glucoside
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 Laurate
Emulsifying
Isoceteth-20
Emulsifying
Dextrin
AbsorbentHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Water, Squalane, C12-13 Alkyl Glyceryl Hydrolyzed Hyaluronate, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Histidine, Phenylalanine, Glutamic Acid, Glucose, Fructose, Sucrose, PCA, Sodium PCA, Zinc PCA, Magnesium PCA, Manganese PCA, Urea, Sodium Lactate, Lactic Acid, Hexyl Nicotinate, Lauryl Glucoside, Myristyl Glucoside, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Isoceteth-20, Dextrin, Hexylene Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin
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 WaterSqualane is an emollient that helps the skin hold onto moisture. It's an oily liquid that occurs naturally in certain types of fish and plant oils.
Because squalane boosts hydration in the skin, it also comes with plenty of benefits: it is an antioxidant and can help fight free radicals and skin damage. Squalane is also found to have a detoxifying effect when applied.
Squalane comes from squalene, which occurs naturally within the sebum of our skin. It is one of the oils our skin produces to keep itself hydrated. Squalane is the hydrogenated version of squalene and has a longer shelf life.
Research shows that squalane is non-irritating (even at 100% concentration).
In general, it's a fantastic ingredient. It does a great job at hydrating the skin, and it's suitable for those with sensitive skin.
The source of squalane may impact malassezia / fungal acne. This is because olive oil derived squalane can contain impurities such as fatty acids and plant waxes. Sugarcane derived squalane is recommended for anyone with malassezia concerns.
Is squalane vegan?
This depends on the source. Squalane can be derived from both plants and animals. Most squalane used in skincare comes from plants.
Please note: the source of squalane is only known if disclosed by the brand. We recommend reaching out to the brand if you have any questions about their squalane.
Read more about squalene with an "e".
Learn more about SqualanePhenoxyethanol 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.
Ingredient Ratings
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When to use
Off & Relax Spa Scalp Essence 25 ingredients
The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA For Scalp 36 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Off & Relax Spa Scalp Essence 25 ingredients
The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA For Scalp 36 ingredients
Absolutely terrible for me, personally.
It must feed the type of fungus I have on my scalp because it made my dandruff sooo much worse, like huge flakes formed overnight.
I possibly have fungal acne, so if you have it I would definitely avoid it. Coconut oil does the same thing to me.
