Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment versus Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask .
Published on January 05, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Leave-in Treatment
Leave In Treatments
Hair Mask
Hair masks provide intense nourishment to your hair and usually need to be washed out. They can be used to treat specific hair conditions.
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Ingredient Info
Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment 36 ingredients
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask 22 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment 36 ingredients
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask 22 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment 36 ingredients
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask 22 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Isohexadecane • Behentrimonium Chloride • Glycerin • Amodimethicone • Cetyl Esters • Keratin • Hydrolyzed Keratin • Oxidized Keratin • Panthenol • Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract • Wheat Amino Acids • Dimethicone • Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine • Polysilicone-15 • Citric Acid • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol • Trideceth-12 • Cetrimonium Chloride • Disodium EDTA • Isopropyl Alcohol • Behentrimonium Methosulfate • Polyquaternium-55 • Phenoxyethanol • Potassium Sorbate • Sodium Benzoate • Methylchloroisothiazolinone • Methylisothiazolinone • Magnesium Chloride • Magnesium Nitrate • Parfum • Limonene • Benzyl Salicylate • Hexyl Cinnamal • Linalool
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glycine Soja Oil • Behentrimonium Chloride • Parfum • Isopropyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Phenoxyethanol • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Tocopherol • Butylene Glycol • Dilauryl Thiodipropionate • Chlorhexidine Digluconate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract • Citric Acid • Benzophenone-4 • Caramel • Linalool • Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract • Sodium Benzoate • Lactic Acid • Potassium Sorbate
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Ingredients Explained
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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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterPaul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment contains this as ingredient number 1.
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.
Cetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholPaul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment contains this as ingredient number 2.
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 2.
This ingredient is a preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment contains this as ingredient number 4.
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 4.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinPaul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment contains this as ingredient number 5.
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 7.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidPaul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment contains this as ingredient number 17.
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 15.
Isopropyl Alcohol is more commonly known as rubbing alcohol. It is most commonly used as a solvent, meaning it helps other ingredients dissolve.
This ingredient is an astringent alcohol. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin as they high amounts may strip away your skin's natural oils.
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 Isopropyl AlcoholPaul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment contains this as ingredient number 22.
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 6.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.
Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment contains this as ingredient number 25.
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 8.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
Potassium sorbate is potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
Potassium sorbate is often used with stronger preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbatePaul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment contains this as ingredient number 26.
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 22.
Sodium 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.
Sodium Benzoate 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 BenzoatePaul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment contains this as ingredient number 27.
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 20.
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.
Learn more about ParfumPaul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment contains this as ingredient number 32.
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 5.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolPaul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment contains this as ingredient number 36.
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask contains this as ingredient number 18.
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Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment 36 ingredients
Pureology Strength Cure Superfoods Treatment Hair Mask 22 ingredients
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Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Keratin Intensive Treatment 36 ingredients
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