Syoss Keratin Conditioner Versus Schwarzkopf Professional Gliss Oil Nutritive Conditioner
Updated on September 03, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Syoss Keratin Conditioner 20 ingredients
Schwarzkopf Professional Gliss Oil Nutritive Conditioner 24 ingredients
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Syoss Keratin Conditioner 20 ingredients
Schwarzkopf Professional Gliss Oil Nutritive Conditioner 24 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Quaternium-87
CleansingStearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingDimethicone
Emollient
Distearoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Nymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningGlycine
Buffering
Lysine Hcl
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Keratin
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Methylparaben
Preservative
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Polyquaternium-37
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientLinalool
Perfuming
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Quaternium-87, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Dimethicone, Distearoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate, Isopropyl Myristate, Nymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract, Glycine, Lysine Hcl, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Citric Acid, Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Sodium Methylparaben, Dimethiconol, Polyquaternium-37, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Linalool
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Quaternium-87
CleansingStearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingDimethicone
Emollient
Distearoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate
Isopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Keratin
HumectantCitric Acid
Buffering
Glycerin
Humectant
Dicaprylyl Carbonate
EmollientPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Polyquaternium-37
Sodium Methylparaben
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
CI 47005
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Cetearyl Alcohol, Quaternium-87, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Dimethicone, Distearoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate, Isopropyl Myristate, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Propylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethiconol, Potassium Sorbate, Polyquaternium-37, Sodium Methylparaben, Parfum, Benzyl Alcohol, CI 47005, CI 15985, CI 19140
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 WaterCetearyl alcohol is a mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is mainly used as an emulsifier. Emulsifiers help prevent the separation of oils and products. Due to its composition, it can also be used to thicken a product or help create foam.
Cetearyl alcohol is an emollient. Emollients help soothe and hydrate the skin by trapping moisture.
Studies show Cetearyl alcohol is non-toxic and non-irritating. The FDA allows products labeled "alcohol-free" to have fatty alcohols.
This ingredient is usually derived from plant oils such as palm, vegetable, or coconut oils. There is debate on whether this ingredient will cause acne.
Due to the fatty acid base, this ingredient may not be Malassezia folliculitis safe.
Learn more about Cetearyl AlcoholWe don't have a description for Quaternium-87 yet.
We don't have a description for Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine yet.
Dimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeDistearoylethyl Hydroxyethylmonium Methosulfate is a type of sulfate.
Isopropyl Myristate is an emollient, thickening agent, and texture enhancer. It is created from isopropyl alcohol and myristic acid.
It is used to help other ingredients be better absorbed. It is also an emollient and may help soften and hydrate the skin.
The comedogenic rating of this ingredient depends on the concentration. Lower amounts results in a lower rating.
Isopropyl Myristate may not be fungal acne safe. It can potentially worsen acne prone skin.
Learn more about Isopropyl MyristateHydrolyzed Keratin is derived from keratin. Keratin is a large protein that is naturally found in our hair and skin.
Studies show keratin is able to seal broken hair cuticles, helping to prevent split ends and breakage.
As a humectant, hydrolyzed keratin helps draw moisture from the air to your hair and skin. This helps keep your skin and hair hydrated.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed KeratinCitric 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 AcidPropylene 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 GlycolPhenoxyethanol 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.
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 ParfumSodium Methylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben.
Dimethiconol 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.
We don't have a description for Polyquaternium-37 yet.
Dicaprylyl Carbonate comes from carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol. It is an emollient and gives skin a velvet feel. The sources of Dicaprylyl Carbonate may be synthetic or from animals.
As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Carbonate creates a film on the skin. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.
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