Shu Uemura Gentle Radiance Deep Cleanser Shampoo Versus Sachajuan Scalp Shampoo
Updated on January 02, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and BHA
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, oils and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Shu Uemura Gentle Radiance Deep Cleanser Shampoo 36 ingredients
Sachajuan Scalp Shampoo 18 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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Shu Uemura Gentle Radiance Deep Cleanser Shampoo 36 ingredients
Sachajuan Scalp Shampoo 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Mipa-Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Glycerin
Humectant
PEG-18 Castor Oil Dioleate
Emulsifying
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Ceteareth-60 Myristyl Glycol
EmulsifyingPEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid
CleansingPPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Laureth-2
CleansingPolyquaternium-53
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Thermus Thermophillus Ferment
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Limonene
Perfuming
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Citronellol
Perfuming
Isopropanolamine
BufferingLinalool
Perfuming
Safflower Glucoside
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Gentiana Lutea Root Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopherol
Antioxidant
Citrus Junos Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningHelianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialSodium Citrate
BufferingParfum
Masking
Water, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Mipa-Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Glycerin, PEG-18 Castor Oil Dioleate, Propylene Glycol, Ceteareth-60 Myristyl Glycol, PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Persea Gratissima Oil, Laureth-5 Carboxylic Acid, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Laureth-2, Polyquaternium-53, Salicylic Acid, Thermus Thermophillus Ferment, Butylene Glycol, Limonene, Alcohol, Citronellol, Isopropanolamine, Linalool, Safflower Glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Gentiana Lutea Root Extract, Tocopherol, Citrus Junos Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Potassium Sorbate, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Sodium Citrate, Parfum
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Piroctone Olamine
Preservative
Climbazole
Antimicrobial
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningC12-13 Alkyl Lactate
EmollientLactic Acid
Buffering
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Zingiber Officinale Root Extract
MaskingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Menthol
Masking
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Piroctone Olamine, Climbazole, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, C12-13 Alkyl Lactate, Lactic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Salicylic Acid, Menthol, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Sorbic Acid
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterCocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.
This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineChances 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 ChlorideSodium 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.
It 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 BenzoateSalicylic 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 AcidButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
- It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
- It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
- It helps improve product application.
- It has mild preservative properties.
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative used to prevent yeast and mold in products. It is commonly found in both cosmetic and food products.
This ingredient comes from potassium salt derived from sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural antibiotic and effective against fungus.
Both potassium sorbate and sorbic acid can be found in baked goods, cheeses, dried meats, dried fruit, ice cream, pickles, wine, yogurt, and more.
You'll often find this ingredient used with other preservatives.
Learn more about Potassium SorbateIngredient Ratings
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