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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Pureology Color Fanatic Heat Protectant Leave-In Conditioner versus Mielle Organics Avocado & Tamanu Anti-Frizz Slip & Seal Leave-In Conditioner .

Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on December 25, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both vegan and reef safe leave-in conditioners. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain fragrances and oils

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Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (3)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Reduces Irritation

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger (2)
Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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!

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Pureology Color Fanatic Heat Protectant Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.

Mielle Organics Avocado & Tamanu Anti-Frizz Slip & Seal Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.

Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.

Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.

Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.

This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.

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.

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Pureology Color Fanatic Heat Protectant Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.

Mielle Organics Avocado & Tamanu Anti-Frizz Slip & Seal Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 11.

3
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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Pureology Color Fanatic Heat Protectant Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 10.

Mielle Organics Avocado & Tamanu Anti-Frizz Slip & Seal Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 17.

4
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Liked

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%.

Pureology Color Fanatic Heat Protectant Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 16.

Mielle Organics Avocado & Tamanu Anti-Frizz Slip & Seal Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 4.

5
What it does: Antimicrobial, Emulsifying, Preservative
Community Rating: Liked

This ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.

Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.

Pureology Color Fanatic Heat Protectant Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 25.

Mielle Organics Avocado & Tamanu Anti-Frizz Slip & Seal Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Olea Europaea Fruit Oil is the fixed oil obtained from the ripe fruit of the Olive. In other words - olive oil.

The primary contents of olive oil are glycerides of the fatty acids linoleic, oleic and palmitic.

Olive oil also contains antioxidants such as Vitamin E. Antioxidants may help reduce signs of aging by fighting unstable free-radical molecules. It also contains Vitamins A (retinol), D, and K.

The squalene in olive oil makes it a great emollient. Emollients help soothe and soften your skin by trapping moisture in. This makes olive oil a great skin moisturizer.

Studies show olive oil to have antibacterial and antifungal properties in low concentrations. Another study found olive oil irritated sensitive oily skin. We always recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient in your routine.

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Pureology Color Fanatic Heat Protectant Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 29.

Mielle Organics Avocado & Tamanu Anti-Frizz Slip & Seal Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 12.

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What it does: Masking, Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Pureology Color Fanatic Heat Protectant Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 38.

Mielle Organics Avocado & Tamanu Anti-Frizz Slip & Seal Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 15.

8
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Disliked

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.

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Pureology Color Fanatic Heat Protectant Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 40.

Mielle Organics Avocado & Tamanu Anti-Frizz Slip & Seal Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 16.

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What it does: Buffering, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

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:

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Pureology Color Fanatic Heat Protectant Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 41.

Mielle Organics Avocado & Tamanu Anti-Frizz Slip & Seal Leave-In Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 14.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

15% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
46% are disliked or very disliked
27% have no rating yet
33% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
56% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Pureology Color Fanatic Heat Protectant Leave-In Conditioner 41 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Soft (1)
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tsmeu

3 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

This made my hair feel really nice and smooth without weighing it down like a lot of leave-in products do (my hair is very fine so it gets easily...

This made my hair feel really nice and smooth without weighing it down like a lot of leave-in products do (my hair is very fine so it gets easily weighed down). This also worked great for controlling static during the dry winter months. It's not really worth all the hype in my opinion though - the results were better than with most leave-in conditioners I've tried, but the difference isn't huge and I definitely wouldn't say that this "transformed" my hair in any way. I also find that this is best combined with another heat protectant, as I noticed increased split ends after using a straightener whenever I was using this as my only heat protection.

In terms of results, this is among the top leave-in conditioners that I've tried though and I liked this enough that I would repurchase. The only reason I won't do that for now is because the Biolage All-in-One Coconut treatment spray is so incredibly similar in terms of results and ingredients and is usually cheaper where I live, so it just makes more sense to use that one. However, I'm glad to have a backup option in this if the Biolage were to be discontinued.

Mielle Organics Avocado & Tamanu Anti-Frizz Slip & Seal Leave-In Conditioner 18 ingredients

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