Pantene Gold Series New Lengths Scalp Revitalizing Treatment Versus Flexitol Scalp Relief Serum
Updated on September 09, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe scalp treatments. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Pantene Gold Series New Lengths Scalp Revitalizing Treatment 17 ingredients
Flexitol Scalp Relief Serum 17 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Pantene Gold Series New Lengths Scalp Revitalizing Treatment 17 ingredients
Flexitol Scalp Relief Serum 17 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningNiacinamide
Smoothing
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Menthol
Masking
Mentha Piperita Oil
Masking
Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil
Masking
Caffeine
Skin Conditioning
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningTetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine
Water, Niacinamide, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Menthol, Mentha Piperita Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil, Caffeine, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Bis-PEG/PPG-16/16 PEG/PPG-16/16 Dimethicone, Parfum, Glycerin, Benzyl Alcohol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tetrahydroxypropyl Ethylenediamine
Water
Skin ConditioningPEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate
Emulsifying
Colloidal Oatmeal
Absorbent
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyacrylamide
Menthol
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientC13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningLaureth-7
EmulsifyingAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingEpilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Water, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Colloidal Oatmeal, Glycerin, Polyacrylamide, Menthol, Benzyl Alcohol, Caprylyl Glycol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Gluconate, Laureth-7, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Metabisulfite
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a synthetic polymer. It is used to thicken and improve the texture of products. Due to its properties, it can prevent water and oil ingredients from separating.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinMenthol is a compound found in mint plants, such as peppermint. In its pure form, it is a clear crystalline substance.
Menthol is known for its cooling sensation; however, the cooling is actually from your skin being sensitized. Menthol can worsen rosacea. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Menthol also has antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about MentholPhenoxyethanol 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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