Paul Mitchell Bond Rx Shampoo Versus Kérastase Blond Absolu Hydrating Illuminating Shampoo
Updated on May 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Paul Mitchell Bond Rx Shampoo 32 ingredients
Kérastase Blond Absolu Hydrating Illuminating Shampoo 19 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Paul Mitchell Bond Rx Shampoo 32 ingredients
Kérastase Blond Absolu Hydrating Illuminating Shampoo 19 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingDisodium 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingSodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate
CleansingDisodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingAcrylates Copolymer
Propanediol
Solvent
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningAmodimethicone
C11-15 Pareth-7
EmulsifyingC12-13 Pareth-23
CleansingC12-13 Pareth-3
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Cystine Bis-Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningDivinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Glycol Stearate
Emollient
Laureth-9
EmulsifyingPEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Polyquaternium-44
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingTrideceth-12
EmulsifyingTrisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Water, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate, Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Acrylates Copolymer, Propanediol, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Amodimethicone, C11-15 Pareth-7, C12-13 Pareth-23, C12-13 Pareth-3, Citric Acid, Cystine Bis-Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Glycol Stearate, Laureth-9, PEG-150 Distearate, Polyquaternium-44, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Hydroxide, Trideceth-12, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Sorbate, Parfum, Benzyl Benzoate
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Coco-Betaine
CleansingSodium Chloride
Masking
Cocamide Mipa
EmulsifyingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingHydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Malva Sylvestris Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Glycerin, Coco-Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Cocamide Mipa, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Hexylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Salicylic Acid, Limonene, Tocopherol, Leontopodium Alpinum Flower/Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Malva Sylvestris Flower Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric 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 AcidGlycerin 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 GlycerinParfum 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 ParfumPotassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateSodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolWater. 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 WaterIngredient Ratings
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