Sachajuan Ocean Mist Volume Hair Mousse Versus Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Curl Activation Mousse
Updated on May 21, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe mousse & foam. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Sachajuan Ocean Mist Volume Hair Mousse 24 ingredients
Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Curl Activation Mousse 17 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Sachajuan Ocean Mist Volume Hair Mousse 24 ingredients
Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Curl Activation Mousse 17 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Rice Protein
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Polyimide-1
Polyquaternium-55
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Vp/Va Copolymer
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientIsopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol
UV AbsorberEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningBenzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Water, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Panthenol, Polyimide-1, Polyquaternium-55, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Cetrimonium Chloride, Vp/Va Copolymer, Caprylyl Glycol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Linalool, Limonene, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningPolyquaternium-46
Isobutane
Propane
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingOleth-20
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingBenzophenone-4
UV Absorber
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.
It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.
Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.
This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.
Learn more about Caprylyl GlycolThis ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.
Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.
Citronellol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is often derived from plants such as roses. In fact, it can be found in many essential oils including geranium, lavender, neroli, and more. The scent of Citronellol is often described as "fresh, grassy, and citrus-like".
Since the Citronellol molecule is already unstable, Citronellol becomes irritating on the skin when exposed to air.
Citronellol is a modified terpene. Terpenes are unsaturated hydrocarbons found in plants. They make up the primary part of essential oils.
Citronellol is not able to be absorbed into deeper layers of the skin. It has low permeability,
Citronellol is also a natural insect repellent.
Learn more about CitronellolEthylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient 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.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent 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.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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Sachajuan Ocean Mist Volume Hair Mousse 24 ingredients
Not Your Mother’s Curl Talk Curl Activation Mousse 17 ingredients
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