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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth versus Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner .

Last updated on January 26, 2024. Published on January 27, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe conditioners. They have a total of 21 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain AHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and silicones

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Conditioner American Brand United States
Conditioner American Brand United States

Conditioner

Moisturizing agents for hair.

Conditioner

Moisturizing agents for hair.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA

Benefits

Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (4)
Rosacea (4)
Eczema (5)

Notable Ingredients

AHA
PHA
Niacinamide

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Skin Texture (2)
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger (2)
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (4)
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

Learn more about Water

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 1.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emollient, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Cetearyl 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 Alcohol

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 2.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 3.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

We don't have a description for Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine.

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 4.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 4.

5
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Amodimethicone is a type of silicone.

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 5.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 11.

6
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Liked

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%.

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 6.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 5.

7
What it does: Antimicrobial, Emulsifying, Preservative
Community Rating: Liked

This ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static.

Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure.

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 7.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 16.

8
What it does: Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Disliked

Dipropylene Glycol is a synthetically created stabilizer and solvent. It is a part of the glycol class in the alcohol family.

Dipropylene Glycol helps dissolve and evenly distribute ingredients. It also helps decrease viscosity and thin out texture.

As a masking agent, Dipropylene Glycol can be used to cover the smell of other ingredients. However, it does not have a scent.

Studies show Dipropylene Glycol is considered safe to use in skincare.

Learn more about Dipropylene Glycol

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 8.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 9.

9
What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

Learn more about Disodium EDTA

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 9.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 13.

10
What it does: Buffering, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Loved

Lactic Acid is an AHA that is derived from fermenting lactose, a carbohydrate from milk. It removes the top layer of old and dead skin cells and helps increase cell turnover.

Benefits of Lactic Acid are that it can help to reduce large pores and reduce the effects of aging. Some potential downsides are that it can be bad for dry skin, cause irritation, worsen eczema, and worsen rosacea.

Not only does it help exfoliate the skin, it helps strengthen the skin's barrier. When applied, lactic acid helps the skin create ceramides.

Lactic acid is an over-the-counter chemical exfoliant that comes from the fermentation of lactose — a carbohydrate found in milk.

Legend has it that Cleopatra used to bathe in sour milk to help reduce wrinkles.

Read more about some other popular AHA's here:

Learn more about Lactic Acid

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 11.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 7.

11
What it does:
Community Rating: Mixed

We don't have a description for Magnesium Chloride.

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 12.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 21.

12
What it does:

We don't have a description for Magnesium Nitrate.

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 13.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 17.

13
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

MCI is a preservative and known skin-irritant. It has anti-bacteria anti-fungal properties.

Studies spanning several decades have shown this ingredient to cause skin irritation and allergies.

MCI is commonly combined with methylisothiazolinone (MI). Other names for this mixture include Kathon CG and Euxyl K 100.

The use of this ingredient varies around the world:

Learn more about Methylchloroisothiazolinone

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 14.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 19.

14
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

MI is a preservative and known skin irritant. In the past, MI was used for its ability to prevent bacteria, yeast, and fungi growth in low doses.

Nowadays, you'll most likely see MI combined with Methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI). Trade names for this combination include Kathon CG or Euxyl K 100.

Since then, numerous studies have shown this ingredient to cause contact dermatitis, or skin irritation.

The use of this ingredient varies around the world:

Learn more about Methylisothiazolinone

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 15.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 20.

15
What it does: Masking, Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Parfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give aroma to products. Parfum, or fragrance, 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.

In the US, the alternative name for parfum is 'fragrance'. The term '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. One example is Calendula flower extract. Essential oil ingredients still impart a scent or 'fragrance'.

Depending on the blend, it can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.

Products use parfum often to give products a scent or cover up smells of different ingredients.

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 Parfum

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 16.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 8.

16
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising

We don't have a description for Peg-7 Propylheptyl Ether.

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 17.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 14.

17
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and 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.

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 18.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 15.

18
What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Chances are, you eat sodium chloride every day. Sodium Chloride is also known as table salt.

This ingredient has many purposes in skincare: thickener, emulsifier, and exfoliator.

You'll most likely find this ingredient in cleansers where it is used to create a gel-like texture. As an emulsifier, it also prevents ingredients from separating.

There is much debate on whether this ingredient is comedogenic. The short answer - comedogenic ratings don't tell the whole story. Learn more about comegodenic ratings here.

The concensus about this ingredient causing acne seems to be divided. Research is needed to understand if this ingredient does cause acne.

Scrubs may use salt as the primary exfoliating ingredient.

Learn more about Sodium Chloride

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 20.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 12.

19
What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient with a similar scent to jasmine. It can be naturally found in chamomile essential oil.

This ingredient is a known EU allergen and may sensitize the skin. The EU requires this ingredient to be listed separately on an ingredients list.

Hexyl Cinnamal is not water soluble but is soluble in oils.

Learn more about Hexyl Cinnamal

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 22.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 24.

20
What it does: Perfuming, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".

Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.

When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.

The term '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.

Learn more about Limonene

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 23.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 25.

21
What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.

Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.

Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.

Learn more about Linalool

TRESemmé Conditioner Keratin Smooth contains this as ingredient number 24.

Dove Dove Dry Scalp Care Conditioner contains this as ingredient number 26.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

21% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
63% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet
27% are loved or liked
4% have mixed ratings
62% are disliked or very disliked
8% have no rating yet

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