Sol De Janeiro Bum Bum Body Scrub Versus Ouai Scalp & Body Scrub
Updated on December 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe body scrubs. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and brightening skin
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Sol De Janeiro Bum Bum Body Scrub 28 ingredients
Ouai Scalp & Body Scrub 49 ingredients
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Sol De Janeiro Bum Bum Body Scrub 28 ingredients
Ouai Scalp & Body Scrub 49 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Sucrose
HumectantCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Cetearyl Olivate
Sorbitan Olivate
Emulsifying
Olus Oil
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Silica
Abrasive
Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil
Skin Conditioning
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Powder
Abrasive
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Skin Conditioning
Paullinia Cupana Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
Antioxidant
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil
Emollient
Glycerin
Humectant
Water
Skin ConditioningOryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Glyceryl Caprylate
EmollientCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Tin Oxide
Abrasive
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantSucrose, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Sodium Chloride, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Olus Oil, Parfum, Silica, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Oil, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Powder, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Paullinia Cupana Seed Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Glycerin, Water, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Glyceryl Caprylate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Tin Oxide, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Limonene, CI 77891
Sucrose
HumectantWater
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingSodium Lauroamphoacetate
CleansingPropanediol
SolventPEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Silica
Abrasive
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
AntimicrobialCocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Menthyl Lactate
MaskingEpilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract
Skin ConditioningApium Graveolens Seed Extract
Antioxidant
Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Capryloyl Glycine
CleansingXylitylglucoside
HumectantSaccharide Isomerate
HumectantApigenin
Antioxidant
Oleanolic Acid
Skin ConditioningHexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingPPG-26-Buteth-26
Skin ConditioningPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
MaskingPEG-150 Distearate
Emulsifying
Parfum
Masking
Cocamide Mipa
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate
Skin Conditioning
BHT
Antioxidant
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Citrate
BufferingCitric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Metabisulfite
Antioxidant
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingLinalool
Perfuming
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Perfuming
Sucrose, Water, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Glycerin, Cocamide Mea, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Propanediol, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, Silica, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Menthyl Lactate, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Hydrolyzed Hibiscus Esculentus Extract, Apium Graveolens Seed Extract, Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1, Panthenol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Capryloyl Glycine, Xylitylglucoside, Saccharide Isomerate, Apigenin, Oleanolic Acid, Hexylene Glycol, PPG-26-Buteth-26, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-150 Distearate, Parfum, Cocamide Mipa, Sodium Benzoate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Lactobacillus Ferment Lysate, BHT, Butylene Glycol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Hydroxide, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Citronellol, Geraniol, Butylphenyl Methylpropional
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Sucrose is a natural sugar found in fruits, vegetables, and nuts. It is the main constituent of white sugar.
In skincare, sucrose is a humectant and can be a mild exfoliant.
Sucrose is hydrophilic, meaning it attracts water. This makes it an effective humectant and helps hydrate the skin.
Studies show sugars may worsen acne-prone skin due to it disrupting the skin's natural biome. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any concerns.
In some products such as body scrubs, sucrose is used as an gentle exfoliant.
The term 'sucrose' comes from the french word for sugar, 'sucre'.
Learn more about SucroseCocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
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 Cocos Nucifera OilParfum 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 ParfumSilica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinWater. 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 WaterPhenoxyethanol 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.
Benzyl 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 SalicylateIngredient Ratings
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