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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of OGX Beauty Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Extra Penetrating Oil versus BioSilk Silk Therapy with Coconut Oil Leave in Treatment .

Published on April 17, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe hair oils. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones

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Hair Oil British Brand United Kingdom
Hair Oil American Brand United States

Hair Oil

Oil-based hair treatment to help nourish the hair.

Hair Oil

Oil-based hair treatment to help nourish the hair.

Price

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Buy Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Extra Penetrating Oil

Starts at $10.69
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Starts at $15.45

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Benefits

Hydrating

Concerns

Rosacea
Eczema

Benefits

Reduces Irritation

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

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What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Cyclopentasiloxane is a silicone used to improve texture and trap moisture. An easier name for this is D5.

D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.

D5 is an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.

Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.

Learn more about Cyclopentasiloxane

OGX Beauty Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Extra Penetrating Oil contains this as ingredient number 1.

BioSilk Silk Therapy with Coconut Oil Leave in Treatment contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Moisturising
Community Rating: Disliked

Dimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.

This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.

OGX Beauty Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Extra Penetrating Oil contains this as ingredient number 3.

BioSilk Silk Therapy with Coconut Oil Leave in Treatment contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Antimicrobial, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.

As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.

This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.

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OGX Beauty Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Extra Penetrating Oil contains this as ingredient number 5.

BioSilk Silk Therapy with Coconut Oil Leave in Treatment contains this as ingredient number 7.

4
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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OGX Beauty Renewing + Argan Oil of Morocco Extra Penetrating Oil contains this as ingredient number 6.

BioSilk Silk Therapy with Coconut Oil Leave in Treatment contains this as ingredient number 9.

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