The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Scalp Treatment Versus Noughty Care Taker Scalp Tonic
Updated on August 29, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe scalp treatments. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Scalp Treatment 15 ingredients
Noughty Care Taker Scalp Tonic 18 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Scalp Treatment 15 ingredients
Noughty Care Taker Scalp Tonic 18 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
Solvent
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Betaine
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emulsifying
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyquaternium-37
Hexylene Glycol
EmulsifyingCapryloyl Glycine
CleansingCitronellyl Methylcrotonate
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningXylitylglucoside
Humectant
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Glycerin
Humectant
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Coco-Caprylate
Emollient
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningSodium Phytate
Bisabolol
Masking
Avena Sativa Meal Extract
SoothingPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glycerin, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Coco-Caprylate, Olea Europaea Fruit Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Bisabolol, Avena Sativa Meal Extract, Potassium Sorbate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
Panthenol is a common ingredient that helps hydrate and soothe the skin. It is found naturally in our skin and hair.
There are two forms of panthenol: D and L.
D-panthenol is also known as dexpanthenol. Most cosmetics use dexpanthenol or a mixture of D and L-panthenol.
Panthenol is famous due to its ability to go deeper into the skin's layers. Using this ingredient has numerous pros (and no cons):
Like hyaluronic acid, panthenol is a humectant. Humectants are able to bind and hold large amounts of water to keep skin hydrated.
This ingredient works well for wound healing. It works by increasing tissue in the wound and helps close open wounds.
Once oxidized, panthenol converts to pantothenic acid. Panthothenic acid is found in all living cells.
This ingredient is also referred to as pro-vitamin B5.
Learn more about PanthenolPhenoxyethanol 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.
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!
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The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Scalp Treatment 15 ingredients
Noughty Care Taker Scalp Tonic 18 ingredients
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