Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser Versus Head & Shoulders Bare Soothing Hydration Silicon-Free Dandruff Shampoo
Updated on August 24, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser 12 ingredients
Head & Shoulders Bare Soothing Hydration Silicon-Free Dandruff Shampoo 9 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
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Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser 12 ingredients
Head & Shoulders Bare Soothing Hydration Silicon-Free Dandruff Shampoo 9 ingredients
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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.
Acrylates Copolymer is used as a film-forming agent and texture enhancer.
After applied, Acrylates Copolymer forms a thin film cover that helps skin feel more soft. It can help sunscreens become more water-resistant.
It is also used to make a product more thick.
Learn more about Acrylates CopolymerWater. 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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Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser 12 ingredients
Head & Shoulders Bare Soothing Hydration Silicon-Free Dandruff Shampoo 9 ingredients
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