Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Pureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner versus Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner .
Published on February 17, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 14 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
Price
Ingredient Info
Pureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner 29 ingredients
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner 32 ingredients
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 🎉
Contains Alcohol
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Contains Silicon
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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
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Pureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner 29 ingredients
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner 32 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner 29 ingredients
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner 32 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Behentrimonium Chloride • Cetyl Esters • Isopropyl Myristate • Quaternium-80 • Propylene Glycol • Parfum • Polysorbate 20 • Isopropyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • Polyquaternium-37 • Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Tocopherol • Sesamum Indicum Seed Oil • Butyrospermum Parkii Butter • Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil • Butylene Glycol • Dilauryl Thiodipropionate • Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract • Ppg-1 Trideceth-6 • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol • Citric Acid • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Ascorbic Acid • Benzophenone-4 • Sorbitan Oleate • Potassium Sorbate
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Behentrimonium Chloride • Amodimethicone • Parfum • Isopropyl Alcohol • Phenoxyethanol • Benzoic Acid • Trideceth-6 • Hexyl Cinnamal • Tocopherol • Olea Europaea Fruit Oil • Camelina Sativa Seed Oil • Polydatin • Butylene Glycol • Linalool • Potassium Hydroxide • Dilauryl Thiodipropionate • Arginine • Cetrimonium Chloride • Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol • Limonene • 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol • Citric Acid • Benzophenone-4 • Citronellol • Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract • CI 14700 • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride • Potassium Sorbate • CI 15510
Ingredients Side-by-side
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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 WaterPureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner 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 AlcoholPureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner 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%.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 4.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 ParfumPureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 9.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 5.
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 AlcoholPureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 11.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner 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.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 12.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 7.
Tocopherol (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 TocopherolPureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 11.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 19.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 15.
Dilauryl Thiodipropionate is an antioxidant.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 20.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 18.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract comes from sunflower seeds.
Sunflower seeds are rich in vitamin E. Studies show sunflowers contain antimicrobial and antioxidant properties.
The fatty acids found in sunflower seeds include (from highest amount to least): linoleic acid, myristic acid, palmitic acid, stearic acid, arachidic acid, oleic acid, and linolenic acid.
These fatty acids hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on the skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
Learn more about Helianthus Annuus Seed ExtractPureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.
We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 AcidPureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 24.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 25.
Benzophenone-4 is a water-soluble chemical sunscreen.
It protects in the UV-B range, but is considered a secondary UV absorber. This means that it needs to be paired with other sunscreen ingredients to provide effective protection.
Typically, it's used in cosmetic products to protect them from deterioration caused by UV rays. This is why you'll find it in a lot of products that aren't sunscreens.
Learn more about Benzophenone-4Pureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 27.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 26.
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 SorbatePureology Smooth Perfection Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 29.
Pureology Strength Cure Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 31.
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