Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Selsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo versus Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo .
Published on February 09, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 6 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any oils, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Selsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 17 ingredients
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 16 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Contains Sulfate
Ingredients in this product that are types of sulfate:
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Vegan
This product is vegan 🎉
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
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Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Contains Sulfate
Ingredients in this product that are types of sulfate:
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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Selsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 17 ingredients
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 16 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Selsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 17 ingredients
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 16 ingredients
Selenium Sulfide 1% • Water • Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate • Ammonium Laureth Sulfate • Cocamidopropyl Betaine • Magnesium Aluminum Silicate • Parfum • Menthol • Cocamide Dea • DMDM Hydantoin • Citric Acid • Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose • Blue 1 Lake • CI 17200 • Sodium Citrate • Sodium Chloride
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
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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 WaterSelsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 2.
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 16.
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 ParfumSelsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 8.
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 AcidSelsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 12.
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 4.
This ingredient is a semi-synthetic polymer created from cellulose. In case you need a refresher, cellulose is the main component of plant cell walls.
Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose has many uses:
- emulsifier
- create a gel-like texture
- boost foam
Selsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 13.
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Blue 1 Lake.
Selsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 14.
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 3.
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 ChlorideSelsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 17.
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 11.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
Selsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 17 ingredients
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 16 ingredients
Usage
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Selsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 17 ingredients
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 16 ingredients
Reviews
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Selsun Blue Medicated Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 17 ingredients
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo 16 ingredients
Dearchoyce
This product was the start of my skincare routine. It helped to remove all the fungal acne I was experiencing on my forehead and cheeks. After this...
This product was the start of my skincare routine. It helped to remove all the fungal acne I was experiencing on my forehead and cheeks. After this I was able to start my journey on finding products just to maintain my skin. Loved it!
BubbIes
This can be a lifesaver for those with fungal acne, but I personally use it for my scalp/hair only. It doesn’t have great ingredients and I find it...
This can be a lifesaver for those with fungal acne, but I personally use it for my scalp/hair only. It doesn’t have great ingredients and I find it to be pretty drying and irritating. It IS effective though.
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