Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of REDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo versus L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid .
Published on September 12, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
REDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo 24 ingredients
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid 34 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 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
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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Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not 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 🎉
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 😥
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REDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo 24 ingredients
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid 34 ingredients
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REDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo 24 ingredients
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid 34 ingredients
Water • Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid • Sodium Chloride • Glycerin • Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside • Parfum • Sodium Hydroxide • Citric Acid • Hexylene Glycol • Sodium Benzoate • Peg-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate • Propylene Glycol • Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder • Salicylic Acid • Polyquaternium-67 • Benzoic Acid • Benzyl Alcohol • Coumarin • Linalool • Benzyl Benzoate • Hexyl Cinnamal • Limonene
Water • Coco-Betaine • Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate • Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate • Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate • Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate • Glycol Distearate • Parfum • Sodium Chloride • Decyl Glucoside • Polyquaternium-10 • Citric Acid • Amodimethicone • Ppg-5-Ceteth-20 • Sodium Hydroxide • Linalool • Peg-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate • Propylene Glycol • Carbomer • Hexyl Cinnamal • Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer • Benzoic Acid • Trideceth-6 • Hydroxycitronellal • Limonene • Salicylic Acid • Magnesium Nitrate • Citronellol • Cetrimonium Chloride • Geraniol • Sodium Benzoate • Methylchloroisothiazolinone • Magnesium Chloride • Ceramide AP
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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 WaterREDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 5.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 9.
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 All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 8.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 8.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideREDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 9.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 10.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 12.
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.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateREDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 12.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 31.
Peg-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate isn't fungal acne safe.
REDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 13.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 17.
Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.
Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.
This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.
Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolREDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 14.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 18.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is one of the most well-known ingredients for treating skin that struggles with blackheads and acne. It helps to exfoliate both the skin's surface and pores, and also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.
This multitasking property makes it a great ingredient for cleaning out pores, controlling oil production, and reducing inflammation.
Unlike AHAs which are water soluble, Salicylic Acid is oil soluble. This means that it's able to exfoliate the inside of pores and reduce blackheads.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing a Salicylic Acid into your routine.
In general, Salicylic Acid is a great ingredient for oily acne-prone skin.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun-sensitivity, we still recommend wearing SPF.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidREDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 16.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 26.
Benzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.
The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.
In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.
The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.
Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.
Learn more about Benzoic AcidREDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 18.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 22.
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 All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 21.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 16.
Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.
This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.
Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.
Learn more about Hexyl CinnamalREDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 23.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 20.
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 All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 24.
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid contains this as ingredient number 25.
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REDKEN All Soft Mega Curls Shampoo 24 ingredients
L'Oreal EverPure Sulfate Free Bond Repair Shampoo with Citric Acid 34 ingredients
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