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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo versus Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo .

Last updated on August 15, 2023. Published on August 21, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe dry shampoos. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin C and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances

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Dry Shampoo American Brand United States
Dry Shampoo French Brand France

Dry Shampoo

Shampoo that helps reduce oil and grease without needing to be rinsed out.

Dry Shampoo

Shampoo that helps reduce oil and grease without needing to be rinsed out.

Price

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Buy Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo

Starts at $31.00
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Buy Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo

Starts at $39.00

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

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

Concerns

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

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin C
Vitamin E

Benefits

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

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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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:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

We don't have a description for Butane.

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.

Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.

One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.

Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.

Other types of astringent alcohols include:

Learn more about Alcohol Denat.

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 2.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does:
Community Rating: Very Disliked

We don't have a description for Propane.

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 3.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Absorbent
Community Rating: Liked

Oryza Sativa Starch is an absorbent and used to mattify the skin. It is a natural carbohydrate and the main component of rice. A more common name for this ingredient is 'rice starch'.

Rice starch is created by steeping broken grains in a caustic soda.

Rice extract has many skin benefits. Read more about rice extract here.

Learn more about Oryza Sativa Starch

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 4.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 5.

5
What it does: Absorbent
Community Rating: Disliked

We don't have a description for Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate.

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 5.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 4.

6
What it does: Emollient, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Diisopropyl Adipate comes from isopropyl alcohol and Adipic Acid.

It is a solvent and emollient. As a solvent, it is used to help other ingredients dissolve into the solution. It is also often used to soften hard ingredients.

Emollients help hydrate the skin by creating a thin barrier. This thin barrier prevents moisture from escaping.

Learn more about Diisopropyl Adipate

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 7.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 6.

7
What it does: Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

Disteardimonium Hectorite comes from the clay mineral named hectorite. It is used to add thickness to a product.

It can also help stabilize a product by helping to disperse other ingredients.

Hectorite is a rare, white clay mineral.

Learn more about Disteardimonium Hectorite

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 8.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 7.

8
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.

Learn more about Parfum

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 9.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 17.

9
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

Learn more about Tocopheryl Acetate

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 10.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 10.

10
What it does: Antioxidant, Masking
Community Rating: Disliked

Ascorbyl Palmitate is created by combining pure Vitamin C and palmitic acid. It is an antioxidant and helps reduce hyperpigmentation.

Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may break down skin cells. Antioxdants help reduce signs of aging.

Ascorbyl Palmitate is a stable version of Vitamin C, meaning it does not disintegrate when exposed to sunlight. However, studies show it does not penetrate skin as well as pure Vitamin C.

Read more about other types of Vitamin C:

Learn more about Ascorbyl Palmitate

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 11.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 11.

11
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

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 Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 13.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 12.

12
What it does: Skin Conditioning

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 Extract

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 16.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 13.

13
What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.

Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.

Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.

Learn more about Linalool

Pureology Style + Protect Refresh & Go Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 17.

Kérastase Fresh Affair Refreshing Dry Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 9.

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

16% are loved or liked
5% have mixed ratings
63% are disliked or very disliked
16% have no rating yet
12% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
65% are disliked or very disliked
18% have no rating yet

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