Ouai Leave in Conditioner Versus Iles Formula Finishing Serum
Updated on January 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 12 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Ouai Leave in Conditioner 54 ingredients
Iles Formula Finishing Serum 41 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Ouai Leave in Conditioner 54 ingredients
Iles Formula Finishing Serum 41 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Quaternium-91
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Emollient
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Rhodophyceae Extract
Tamarindus Indica Extract
SmoothingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Cetearamidoethyldiethonium Succinoyl Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
CleansingArginine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
MaskingPCA
HumectantGlycine
Buffering
Alanine
MaskingSerine
MaskingValine
MaskingIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningProline
Skin ConditioningThreonine
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Histidine
HumectantBrassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Dipropylene Glycol
MaskingPolysilicone-29
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Myristyl Myristate
Emollient
Silicone Quaternium-16
Skin ConditioningLeuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Undeceth-11
EmollientButyloctanol
HumectantGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningUndeceth-5
Emulsifying3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Sodium PCA
HumectantSodium Lactate
BufferingPhenylalanine
MaskingDisodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Cinnamyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Quaternium-91, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Rhodophyceae Extract, Tamarindus Indica Extract, Panthenol, Cetearamidoethyldiethonium Succinoyl Hydrolyzed Pea Protein, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, PCA, Glycine, Alanine, Serine, Valine, Isoleucine, Proline, Threonine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Histidine, Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Polysilicone-29, Behentrimonium Chloride, Myristyl Myristate, Silicone Quaternium-16, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Undeceth-11, Butyloctanol, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Undeceth-5, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate, Phenylalanine, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Citronellol, Geraniol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Cinnamyl Alcohol, Citral, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene
Water
Skin ConditioningCyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Isohexadecane
EmollientPropylene Carbonate
SolventParfum
Masking
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Amodimethicone
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-39
Behentrimonium Methosulfate
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter
Emollient
Behenyl/Stearyl Aminopropanediol Esters
Hydrolyzed Soymilk Protein
Skin ConditioningKeratin Amino Acids
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride
Masking
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil
Emollient
Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil
Emollient
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Trideceth-12
EmulsifyingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventSodium Acetate
BufferingEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Disodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Amylodextrin
AbsorbentPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
BHT
Antioxidant
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Isohexadecane, Propylene Carbonate, Parfum, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Panthenol, Amodimethicone, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Polyquaternium-39, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetyl Alcohol, Astrocaryum Tucuma Seed Butter, Behenyl/Stearyl Aminopropanediol Esters, Hydrolyzed Soymilk Protein, Keratin Amino Acids, Sodium Chloride, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Pentaclethra Macroloba Seed Oil, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-12, Butylene Glycol, Polymnia Sonchifolia Root Juice, Propanediol, Sodium Acetate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Isopropyl Alcohol, Pvp, Sodium Benzoate, Amylodextrin, Phenoxyethanol, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, BHT
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 WaterCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
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.
It is also 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 CyclopentasiloxaneParfum 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.
You may know this ingredient as argan oil. Argan Oil has antioxidant, hydrating, and soothing properties.
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 OilTocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetatePanthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolThis 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.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
This ingredient is derived from guar gum.
It is a conditioning ingredient, meaning it helps soften skin and hair.
Disodium 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 EDTACitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
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Ouai Leave in Conditioner 54 ingredients
Iles Formula Finishing Serum 41 ingredients
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Ouai Leave in Conditioner 54 ingredients
Love this leave in! Smells good, works great, and lasts forever!
