Suave Sleek Anti Frizz Smooth & Shine Cream Versus Wen Styling Creme - Spring Cherry Blossom
Updated on February 20, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe styling creams & sprays. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Suave Sleek Anti Frizz Smooth & Shine Cream 19 ingredients
Wen Styling Creme 58 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Suave Sleek Anti Frizz Smooth & Shine Cream 19 ingredients
Wen Styling Creme 58 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Polyacrylamide
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
PEG-8 Methicone
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
Emollient
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
Preservative
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
CI 77163
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77015
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethiconol, Propylene Glycol, Polyacrylamide, Phenyl Trimethicone, C13-14 Isoparaffin, PEG-8 Methicone, Parfum, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, DMDM Hydantoin, Butylene Glycol, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Silk, CI 77163, CI 77015, CI 77891
Water
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Cyclotetrasiloxane
Emollient
Phenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Dimethiconol
Emollient
C13-14 Isoparaffin
Emollient
Polyacrylamide
Withania Somnifera Extract
Skin ConditioningAnnona Cherimola Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPalmitoyl Olive Leaf Extract
Antioxidant
Vanilla Bahiana Fruit Extract
EmollientOrchid Extract
Skin ConditioningSantalum Album Wood Extract
Perfuming
Orange Roughy Oil
Skin Conditioning
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialPunica Granatum Extract
AstringentActinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract
EmollientMalpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningChamomilla Recutita Flower
Skin Conditioning
Michelia Alba Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningLaminaria Digitata Extract
Skin Protecting
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract
Perfuming
Roe Extract
Skin ConditioningJuglans Nigra Leaf Extract
AstringentPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Skin Conditioning
Valine
MaskingThreonine
Proline
Skin ConditioningIsoleucine
Skin ConditioningPhenylalanine
Masking
Histidine
Humectant
Alanine
MaskingSerine
Masking
Arginine
Masking
Aspartic Acid
Masking
Glycine
Buffering
Glycerin
Humectant
PCA
Humectant
Sodium Lactate
BufferingSodium PCA
Humectant
Laureth-7
EmulsifyingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Trideceth-9
EmulsifyingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Citric Acid
Buffering
Bisabolol
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningParfum
Masking
Water, Propylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclotetrasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethiconol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Polyacrylamide, Withania Somnifera Extract, Annona Cherimola Fruit Extract, Palmitoyl Olive Leaf Extract, Vanilla Bahiana Fruit Extract, Orchid Extract, Santalum Album Wood Extract, Orange Roughy Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Punica Granatum Extract, Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Malpighia Emarginata Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower, Michelia Alba Flower Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Extract, Roe Extract, Juglans Nigra Leaf Extract, Panthenol, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Valine, Threonine, Proline, Isoleucine, Phenylalanine, Histidine, Alanine, Serine, Arginine, Aspartic Acid, Glycine, Glycerin, PCA, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Laureth-7, Polysorbate 20, Butylene Glycol, Carbomer, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Trideceth-9, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Bisabolol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Parfum
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Butylene 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 GlycolThis 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 IsoparaffinCyclopentasiloxane, or D5, is a silicone used to improve texture of products and trap moisture.
D5 is considered lightweight and volatile. Volatile means it evaporates quickly after application. Once evaporated, D5 leaves a thin barrier that helps keep skin hydrated.
It is also an emollient. Emollients help soften the skin and prevent water loss. Silicones create a silky texture in products. D5 helps other ingredients become more spreadable.
Studies show D5 is safe to use in skincare products. We recommend speaking with a skincare professional if you have concerns.
Learn more about CyclopentasiloxaneDimethiconol 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.
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 ParfumPhenyl 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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