Syoss Power Hold Gel Versus SexyHair Healthy Sexy Hair Styling Paste
Updated on September 11, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both gel, pomade & wax. 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 sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Syoss Power Hold Gel 13 ingredients
SexyHair Healthy Sexy Hair Styling Paste 44 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Syoss Power Hold Gel 13 ingredients
SexyHair Healthy Sexy Hair Styling Paste 44 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningBis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2
Emollient
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Oleyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Isopropyl Palmitate
Emollient
Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate
EmollientHydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Euphorbia Cerifera Wax
Beeswax
Emulsion Stabilising
Ceteareth-25
CleansingPEG-8 Beeswax
Emulsifying
Pvp
Emulsion StabilisingPEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Cetyl Acetate
Emollient
C18-36 Acid Triglyceride
EmollientPhenyl Trimethicone
Skin Conditioning
Tribehenin
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Vp/Va Copolymer
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
Emulsion StabilisingAcetylated Lanolin Alcohol
Emollient
Aminomethyl Propanol
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Acacia Dealbata Flower Extract
Skin ConditioningCysteine
Antioxidant
Glycerin
Humectant
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Achillea Millefolium Extract
CleansingCymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract
Skin ConditioningHumulus Lupulus Extract
AntimicrobialMelissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTheobroma Cacao Extract
Skin ConditioningMoonstone Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Methylparaben
Preservative
Propylparaben
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Citronellol
Perfuming
Water, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Propylene Glycol, Oleyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Palmitate, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera Wax, Beeswax, Ceteareth-25, PEG-8 Beeswax, Pvp, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Cetyl Acetate, C18-36 Acid Triglyceride, Phenyl Trimethicone, Tribehenin, Parfum, Vp/Va Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Acetylated Lanolin Alcohol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Disodium EDTA, Butylene Glycol, Acacia Dealbata Flower Extract, Cysteine, Glycerin, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Achillea Millefolium Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Extract, Humulus Lupulus Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Theobroma Cacao Extract, Moonstone Extract, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Sodium Benzoate, Limonene, Linalool, Citronellol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aminomethyl Propanol is used to adjust the pH of products. It is also used as a base to create other organic compounds. Having a balanced pH is important for protecting your skin.
Aminomethyl propanol is safe to use in cosmetics up to 1%. It is soluble in water.
Glycerin 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 GlycerinParfum 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 ParfumPeg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is derived from castor oil and polyethylene glycol (PEG). It is used as a emollient and emulsifier.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. It also helps make the other ingredients more soluble; it is often used to solubilize fragrances. This increases spreadability and elongates shelf life in a product.
Emollients help soothe and soften the skin. They do this by creating a protective film on your skin. This barrier helps trap moisture and keeps your skin hydrated. Emollients may be effective at treating dry or itchy skin.
This ingredient may or may not be vegan, depending on the source.
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may not be fungal-acne safe. We recommend speaking with a professional if you have any questions or concerns.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilPhenoxyethanol 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.
Pvp is a water-soluble synthetic polymer and common hairstyling ingredient. It is a film-forming ingredient and used to "hold" specific shapes of hair.
Pvp is less effective in high-humidity. It tends to draw moisture, but this moisture dismantles the structure and "hold".
Sodium 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 BenzoateWater. 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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