Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of REDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner versus L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner .
Published on July 16, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones
We independently verify ingredients, and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Spot a product that need an update? Let us know.
Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
Conditioner
Moisturizing agents for hair.
Price
Ingredient Info
REDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner 30 ingredients
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner 37 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
At a glance
Click on any of the items below to learn more
REDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner 30 ingredients
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner 37 ingredients
Notable Ingredients
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
Benefits
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Concerns
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 4 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Notable Ingredients
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
Benefits
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Concerns
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 2 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 1 ingredient that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
This product contains 3 ingredients that may have this attribute:
Build your routine, track which ingredients work for you, and much more with your free account.
Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
REDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner 30 ingredients
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner 37 ingredients
Water • Cetearyl Alcohol • Glycerin • Behentrimonium Chloride • Dimethicone • Bis-Cetearyl Amodimethicone • Cetyl Esters • Citric Acid • Isopropyl Alcohol • Dicetyldimonium Chloride • Parfum • Sodium Citrate • Phenoxyethanol • Candelilla Cera • Isopropyl Myristate • Hydroxypropyl Guar • Limonene • Coco-Betaine • Amodimethicone • Cetrimonium Chloride • Dilauryl Thiodipropionate • Trideceth-10 • Sodium Chloride • Linalool • Peg-100 Stearate • Citronellol • Steareth-6 • Trideceth-3 • Acetic Acid • Trisodium Hedta
Water • Glycerin • Distearoylethyl Dimonium Chloride • Coco-Caprylate/Caprate • Dimethicone • Cetearyl Alcohol • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Oil • Lavandula Angustifolia Oil • Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil • Cananga Odorata Flower Oil • Angelica Archangelica Root Oil • Angelica Archangelica Seed Oil • Avena Strigosa Seed Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Lavandula Hybrida Oil • Panthenol • Cetyl Alcohol • Cetyl Esters • Glyceryl Stearate • Peg-100 Stearate • Phenoxyethanol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Polyquaternium-10 • Polyquaternium-37 • Lecithin • Isopropyl Alcohol • Sodium Hydroxide • Sodium Acetate • Sodium Chloride • Potassium Sorbate • Citric Acid • Tetrasodium EDTA • Tocopherol • Parfum • Limonene • Linalool
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Learn more about what what Com. / Irr. ratings are
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
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 WaterREDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair 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 AlcoholREDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 6.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinREDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 3.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.
Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.
Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.
REDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 5.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 5.
Cetyl Esters is a synthetic wax made up of mostly fatty acids and fatty alcohols. It is strcturally similar to wax taken from whales.
As an emollient, it creates a thin barrier on the skin. This barrier prevents moisture from escaping.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about Cetyl EstersREDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 7.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 19.
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 AcidREDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 8.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 32.
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 AlcoholREDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 9.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 27.
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 ParfumREDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 11.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 35.
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.
REDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 13.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 22.
Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.
It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".
Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.
When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.
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 LimoneneREDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 17.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 36.
Chances 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 ChlorideREDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 23.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 30.
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 LinaloolREDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 24.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 37.
Peg-100 Stearate is an emollient and emulsifier. PEGS are a hydrophilic polyether compound . There are 100 ethylene oxide monomers in Peg-100 Stearate. Peg-100 Stearate is polyethylene glycol ester of stearic acid.
Peg-100 Stearate helps keep skin soft by trapping moisture in. It helps prevent oil and water from separating in a product. By binding oil and water, it helps remove dirt and oil to be rinsed away.
REDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 25.
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
REDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner 30 ingredients
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner 37 ingredients
Usage
Here's some more info on how this product is used by our community.
When to use
REDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner 30 ingredients
L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner 37 ingredients
Alternatives
Our Dupe Finder has found 50 potential alternatives that have similar ingredients to REDKEN Acidic Bonding Concentrate Conditioner.
See 50 alternativesOur Dupe Finder has found 40 potential alternatives that have similar ingredients to L'Occitane Intensive Repair Conditioner.
See 40 alternatives