Updated on July 17, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 3 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Vanicream Shampoo 16 ingredients
As I Am Rice Water Shampoo 18 ingredients
About this product
About this product
At a glance
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Vanicream Shampoo 16 ingredients
As I Am Rice Water Shampoo 18 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningLauryl Glucoside
CleansingCoco-Glucoside
CleansingAcrylates Copolymer
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingSodium Cocoyl Glycinate
CleansingDisodium Cocoyl Glutamate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Sucrose Cocoate
Emulsifying
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientSodium Hydroxide
BufferingSodium Chloride
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningLauramidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingBetaine
Humectant
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Oryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicPhytosterols
Skin ConditioningInositol
HumectantCopper Tripeptide-1
Skin Conditioning
Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSodium Salicylate
Preservative
Polyquaternium-10
Citric Acid
Buffering
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningPotassium Sorbate
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Water, Lauramidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Oryza Sativa Extract, Ceramide NP, Biotin, Phytosterols, Inositol, Copper Tripeptide-1, Serenoa Serrulata Fruit Extract, Sodium Salicylate, Polyquaternium-10, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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!
Learn more about Water1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.Â
It is a:
- Humectant, drawing moisture into the skin
- Emollient, helping to soften skin
- Solvent, dispersing and stabilizing formulas
- Preservative booster, enhancing the antimicrobial activity of other preservativesÂ
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 ChlorideIngredient Ratings
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Vanicream Shampoo 16 ingredients
As I Am Rice Water Shampoo 18 ingredients
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Vanicream Shampoo 16 ingredients
I like it. But especially well-liked by those with Multiple Chemical Sensitivities.
