The Ordinary Behentrimonium Chloride 2% Conditioner Versus Olaplex No.5 Fine Bond Maintenance Conditioner
Updated on June 02, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both vegan, cruelty-free, and reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, oily skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
The Ordinary Behentrimonium Chloride 2% Conditioner 7 ingredients
Olaplex No.5 Fine Bond Maintenance Conditioner 56 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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The Ordinary Behentrimonium Chloride 2% Conditioner 7 ingredients
Olaplex No.5 Fine Bond Maintenance Conditioner 56 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningBehentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Propanediol
Solvent
Glycerin
Humectant
Polyquaternium-37
C13-15 Alkane
SolventBis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Parfum
Masking
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningLecithin
Emollient
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Polyester-11
Skin ConditioningSclerotium Gum
Emulsion StabilisingChlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Glycine Soja Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Triheptanoin
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPolyimide-1
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil
Emollient
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Sarcosine
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer
Pisum Sativum Seed Extract
Skin ConditioningPropylene Glycol
Humectant
Helianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialTocopherol
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate Hcl
Skin ConditioningArginine
Masking
Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingHelianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Hydroxide
BufferingAmaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax
Skin Conditioning
Polyglycerin-3
Humectant
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15985
Cosmetic ColorantWater, Behentrimonium Chloride, Cetyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Glycerin, Polyquaternium-37, C13-15 Alkane, Bis-Aminopropyl Diglycol Dimaleate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Lecithin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Polyester-11, Sclerotium Gum, Chlorphenesin, Glycine Soja Seed Extract, Triheptanoin, Panthenol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyimide-1, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Niacinamide, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sarcosine, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Citric Acid, Dilinoleic Acid/Butanediol Copolymer, Pisum Sativum Seed Extract, Propylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethyl Lauroyl Arginate Hcl, Arginine, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol, Castor Oil/Ipdi Copolymer, Potassium Sorbate, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Jojoba Esters, Helianthus Annuus Seed Wax, Polyglycerin-3, CI 19140, CI 15985
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
This ingredient is a preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners.
It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%.
Chlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative. It helps protect a product against bacteria in order to extend shelf life. In most cases, Chlorphenesin is paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol.
Chlorphenesin is a biocide. This means it is able to help fight the microorganisms on our skin. It is also able to fight odor-releasing bacteria.
Chlorphenesin is soluble in both water and glycerin.
Studies show Chlorphenesin is easily absorbed by our skin. You should speak with a skincare professional if you have concerns about using Chlorphenesin.
Learn more about ChlorphenesinPhenoxyethanol 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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