Shu Uemura Ultimate Reset Hair Mask for Very Damaged Hair Versus Shu Uemura Ashita Supreme Intense Revitalization Scalp Scrub
Updated on September 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Shu Uemura Ultimate Reset Hair Mask for Very Damaged Hair 30 ingredients
Shu Uemura Ashita Supreme Intense Revitalization Scalp Scrub 21 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Shu Uemura Ultimate Reset Hair Mask for Very Damaged Hair 30 ingredients
Shu Uemura Ashita Supreme Intense Revitalization Scalp Scrub 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningStearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Dimethicone
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Glycerin
Humectant
Amodimethicone
Cetyl Esters
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Rice Extract
Skin Conditioning
Sodium Citrate
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Acetic Acid
BufferingSafflower Glucoside
Trideceth-15
EmulsifyingTrideceth-3
EmulsifyingChlorhexidine Digluconate
Antimicrobial
Limonene
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Oleamide
2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylyl Glycol
EmollientParaffinum Liquidum
Emollient
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
BHT
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Water, Stearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Behentrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Amodimethicone, Cetyl Esters, Tocopherol, Hydrolyzed Rice Extract, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Acetic Acid, Safflower Glucoside, Trideceth-15, Trideceth-3, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Limonene, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Isopropyl Alcohol, Oleamide, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Paraffinum Liquidum, Cetrimonium Chloride, Citric Acid, Butylene Glycol, BHT, Parfum
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Maris Sal
Skin ConditioningCocamide Mipa
EmulsifyingGlyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
PEG-100 Stearate
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Menthol
Masking
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone
Perfuming
Hydroxycitronellal
Perfuming
Angelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Chloride, Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Maris Sal, Cocamide Mipa, Glyceryl Stearate, Parfum, PEG-100 Stearate, Sodium Hydroxide, Citric Acid, Menthol, Salicylic Acid, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Butylene Glycol, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol, Limonene, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Hydroxycitronellal, Angelica Keiskei Leaf/Stem Extract
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Benzyl Alcohol is most commonly used as a preservative. It also has a subtle, sweet smell. Small amounts of Benzyl Alcohol is not irritating and safe to use in skincare products. Most Benzyl Alcohol is derived from fruits such as apricots.
Benzyl Alcohol has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. These properties help lengthen the shelf life of products. Benzyl Alcohol is a solvent and helps dissolve other ingredients. It can also improve the texture and spreadability.
Alcohol comes in many different forms. Different types of alcohol will have different effects on skin. This ingredient is an astringent alcohol.
Using high concentrations of these alcohols are drying on the skin. They may strip away your skin's natural oils and even damage your skin barrier. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Benzyl AlcoholBenzyl Salicylate is a solvent and fragrance additive. It is an ester of benzyl alcohol and salicylic acid. This ingredient can be naturally found in some plants and plant extracts.
In fragrances, Benzyl Salicylate may be a solvent or a fragrance component. In synthetic musk scents, it is used as a solvent. For floral fragrances such as lilac and jasmine, it is used as a fragrance component. The natural scent of Benzyl Salicylate is described as "lightly-sweet, slightly balsamic".
While Benzyl Salicylate has been associated with contact dermatitis and allergies, emerging studies show it may not be caused by this ingredient alone.
However, this ingredient is often used with fragrances and other components that may cause allergies. It is still listed as a known allergen in the EU. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have concerns.
Another study from 2021 shows Benzyl Salicylate may have anti-inflammatory properties.
Learn more about Benzyl SalicylateButylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Learn more about Butylene GlycolCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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 even out skin tone.
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.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidLimonene 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 LimoneneLinalool 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 ParfumWater. 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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