Paul Mitchell Original Awapuhi Shampoo Versus Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Nourishing Shampoo
Updated on October 01, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 9 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 oils or parabens
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, silicones and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Paul Mitchell Original Awapuhi Shampoo 25 ingredients
Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Nourishing Shampoo 34 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Paul Mitchell Original Awapuhi Shampoo 25 ingredients
Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Nourishing Shampoo 34 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Cocamide Mipa
EmulsifyingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Hedychium Coronarium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningSimmondsia Chinensis Leaf Extract
HumectantAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialAlgae Extract
Emollient
Bisamino PEG/PPG-41/3 Aminoethyl Pg-Propyl Dimethicone
PEG-12 Dimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Glycol Stearate
Emollient
PEG-14m
Emulsion StabilisingTetrasodium EDTA
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Magnesium Chloride
Magnesium Nitrate
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamide Mipa, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Hedychium Coronarium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Algae Extract, Bisamino PEG/PPG-41/3 Aminoethyl Pg-Propyl Dimethicone, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Glycol Stearate, PEG-14m, Tetrasodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Magnesium Chloride, Magnesium Nitrate, Parfum, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingLaureth-23
CleansingLaureth-4
Emulsifying
Trimethylsiloxyamodimethicone
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Polyquaternium-10
Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract
MaskingCamellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract
Cleansing
Keratin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Oxidized Keratin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningGlycerin
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Bioflavonoids
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-5
Sodium Sulfate
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Magnesium Nitrate
Magnesium Chloride
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Laureth-23, Laureth-4, Trimethylsiloxyamodimethicone, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Glycol Distearate, Polyquaternium-10, Hedychium Coronarium Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract, Keratin, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Oxidized Keratin, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Bioflavonoids, Polyquaternium-5, Sodium Sulfate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Magnesium Nitrate, Magnesium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Parfum, Limonene, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.
This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineGlycerin 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 GlycerinWe don't have a description for Magnesium Chloride yet.
We don't have a description for Magnesium Nitrate yet.
MCI 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 MethylisothiazolinoneParfum 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 ParfumChances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.
This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.
There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.
The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.
Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.
Learn more about Sodium ChlorideWater. 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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Paul Mitchell Original Awapuhi Shampoo 25 ingredients
Paul Mitchell Awapuhi Wild Ginger Nourishing Shampoo 34 ingredients
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