Pantene Pure Clean & Clarify Shampoo Versus Pantene Hair Biology Conditioner Cleanse & Reconstruct
Updated on October 22, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or silicones
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Ingredient Info
Pantene Pure Clean & Clarify Shampoo 16 ingredients
Pantene Hair Biology Conditioner Cleanse & Reconstruct 25 ingredients
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Pantene Pure Clean & Clarify Shampoo 16 ingredients
Pantene Hair Biology Conditioner Cleanse & Reconstruct 25 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingCetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Glutamic Acid
HumectantBenzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Parfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Panthenyl Ethyl Ether
Histidine
HumectantLinalool
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Citronellol
Perfuming
Magnesium Nitrate
Rosa Gallica Flower Extract
AstringentMethylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Magnesium Chloride
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Water, Stearyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Cetyl Alcohol, Glutamic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Parfum, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Hexyl Cinnamal, Panthenol, Panthenyl Ethyl Ether, Histidine, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Geraniol, Propylene Glycol, Citronellol, Magnesium Nitrate, Rosa Gallica Flower Extract, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Magnesium Chloride, Methylisothiazolinone
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 WaterCitric 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 AcidSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoatePanthenol 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 PanthenolWe don't have a description for Panthenyl Ethyl Ether yet.
Histidine is a semi-essential amino acid used by our bodies to create protein. It has humectant and skin conditioning properties.
Our bodies use histidine to create filaggrin - filaggrin is a structural protein that the skin uses in maintaining skin barrier.
One study found histidine and carnosine to be a dynamic duo for your skin:
Oral histidine has also been found to help with filaggrin-deficit skin disorders such as atopic dermatitis.
Why is it considered a semi-essential amino acid? This is because adults are able to create it but children must get it from their diet.
Learn more about HistidineMCI is a preservative and known skin-irritant. It has anti-bacteria anti-fungal properties.
Studies spanning several decades have shown this ingredient to cause skin irritation and allergies.
MCI is commonly combined with methylisothiazolinone (MI). Other names for this mixture include Kathon CG and Euxyl K 100.
The use of this ingredient varies around the world:
Learn more about MethylchloroisothiazolinoneMI is a preservative and known skin irritant. In the past, MI was used for its ability to prevent bacteria, yeast, and fungi growth in low doses.
Nowadays, you'll most likely see MI combined with Methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI). Trade names for this combination include Kathon CG or Euxyl K 100.
Since then, numerous studies have shown this ingredient to cause contact dermatitis, or skin irritation.
The use of this ingredient varies around the world:
Learn more about MethylisothiazolinoneIngredient Ratings
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