Saints & Sinners Velvet Divine Styling Potion Versus TRESemmé A-List Collection Smoothing Cream
Updated on January 03, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe styling creams & sprays. They have a total of 13 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Saints & Sinners Velvet Divine Styling Potion 18 ingredients
TRESemmé A-List Collection Smoothing Cream 25 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Saints & Sinners Velvet Divine Styling Potion 18 ingredients
TRESemmé A-List Collection Smoothing Cream 25 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyacrylamide
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Parfum
Masking
PEG-8 Methicone
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingSodium PCA
Humectant
Dimethicone PEG-8 Meadowfoamate
Emollient
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Diazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Propylene Glycol, Polyacrylamide, Panthenol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Parfum, PEG-8 Methicone, Laureth-7, Sodium PCA, Dimethicone PEG-8 Meadowfoamate, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Diazolidinyl Urea, CI 77163
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyacrylamide
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
PEG-8 Methicone
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingDisodium EDTA
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Citral
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Eugenol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77015
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Propylene Glycol, Polyacrylamide, Phenyl Trimethicone, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Phenoxyethanol, PEG-8 Methicone, Parfum, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Laureth-7, Disodium EDTA, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Benzyl Alcohol, Citral, Coumarin, Eugenol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, CI 77163, CI 77015, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is also known as "C13-14 Isoalkane".
C13-14 Isoparaffin is created from petroleum-based mineral oils. It is an emollient and helps thicken a product.
As an emollient, it helps keep the skin soft and smooth by creating a barrier on top. This barrier traps moisture in, keeping the skin hydrated.
C13-14 Isoparaffin may not be fungal-acne safe.
Learn more about C13-14 IsoparaffinThis synthetic powder is used to add a pearly/white color in cosmetics.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDimethiconol is a silicone that resembles the popular dimethicone. Like other silicones, it is an emollient. Emollients create a thin film on skin to prevent moisture from escaping.
This ingredient helps to create a silky texture and improve spreadability. Due to its high molecular weight and thickness, it is often combined with cyclopentasiloxane.
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate is a preservative.
Laureth-7 is created by the ethoxylation of lauryl alcohol using ethylene oxide. Lauryl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with hydrating properties.
This ingredient is an emulsifier and cleansing ingredient. As an emulsifier, it is used to prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps cleanse the skin by gathering dirt, oil, and pollutants to be rinsed away.
Parfum 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 ParfumPEG-8 Methicone is a type of silicone.
Phenyl Trimethicone is a silicon-based polymer. It is derived from silica.
Phenyl Trimethicone is used as an emollient and prevents products from foaming.
As an emollient, it helps trap moisture in the skin. It is considered an occlusive.
Learn more about Phenyl TrimethiconePolyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer. It is used to stabilize products and bind ingredients. When hydrated, Polyacrylamide forms a soft gel.
Polyacrylamide is low-toxicity. If source properly, it is deemed safe to use in cosmetics.
It should be noted the precursor to Polyacrylamide is acrylamide. Acrylamide is a carcinogen. Most reputable sources of Polyacrylamide will screen for residual acrylamide to make sure the count is in a safe range. Acrylamide is not able to be absorbed through the skin.
We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about PolyacrylamidePropylene 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 develop a rash when using this ingredient.
Learn more about Propylene GlycolWater. 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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