Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Pureology Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray versus Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion .
Last updated on October 25, 2023. Published on January 30, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe . They have a total of 9 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 common allergens, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Heat Protectant
These products protect hair from heat damage. Heat damage can come from curling irons, straighteners, other heat-tools, and the sun.
Styling Creams & Spray
Cream and spray products that help style hair. Some spray products include blowout sprays and sea-salt sprays.
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Ingredient Info
Pureology Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray 36 ingredients
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion 26 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
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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 🎉
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
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
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Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Pureology Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray 36 ingredients
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion 26 ingredients
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Pureology Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray 36 ingredients
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion 26 ingredients
Water • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Amodimethicone • Polyquaternium-37 • Ppg-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate • Phenoxyethanol • Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate • Parfum • Acetamide Mea • Sodium Hydroxide • Lactamide Mea • Dimethicone Peg-7 Phosphate • Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol • Ppg-1 Trideceth-6 • Behentrimonium Chloride • Trideceth-6 • Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil • Tocopherol • Xylose • Butylene Glycol • Hexadimethrine Chloride • Sorbitan Oleate • Polydatin • Isopropyl Alcohol • Cetrimonium Chloride • Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract • Propylene Glycol • Benzophenone-4 • Benzyl Alcohol • Geraniol • Potassium Sorbate • BHT • Chamomilla Recutita Extract • Citrus Limon Fruit Extract • CI 42090 • CI 17200
Water • C13-16 Isoparaffin • Glycerin • Polyacrylamide • Dimethicone • Butylene Glycol • C13-14 Isoparaffin • Citric Acid • Sodium Benzoate • Caprylyl Glycol • Octyldodecanol • Parfum • Phenoxyethanol • Oleth-10 • Polysorbate 20 • Trideceth-9 Pg-Amodimethicone • Laureth-7 • Hydroxypropyl Guar • Tocopherol • Cocos Nucifera Oil • Xylose • Trideceth-12 • Helianthus Annuus Seed Extract • Ascorbyl Glucoside • Benzophenone-4 • Coumarin
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Ingredients Explained
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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 Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray contains this as ingredient number 1.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.
Learn more about Cocos Nucifera OilPureology Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray contains this as ingredient number 2.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray contains this as ingredient number 6.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 13.
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 Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray contains this as ingredient number 8.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 12.
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 Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray contains this as ingredient number 18.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 19.
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Pureology Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray contains this as ingredient number 19.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 21.
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 Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray contains this as ingredient number 20.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray contains this as ingredient number 26.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 23.
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 Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray contains this as ingredient number 28.
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion contains this as ingredient number 25.
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Pureology Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray 36 ingredients
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion 26 ingredients
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Pureology Strength Cure Miracle Filler Heat Protectant Spray 36 ingredients
Pureology Smooth Perfection Smoothing Hair Lotion 26 ingredients
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