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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Vichy Dercos Densi-Solutions Hair Mass Recreator Concentrate versus L'Oreal Serioxyl Advanced Denser Hair Serum .

Last updated on November 28, 2023. Published on November 23, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe . They have a total of 9 ingredients in common

Free From

They both do not contain any parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens and fragrances

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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

Vitamin E

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (2)

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating (3)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (3)
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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: Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.

Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.

One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.

Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.

Other types of astringent alcohols include:

Learn more about Alcohol Denat.

Vichy Dercos Densi-Solutions Hair Mass Recreator Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 1.

L'Oreal Serioxyl Advanced Denser Hair Serum contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
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!

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Vichy Dercos Densi-Solutions Hair Mass Recreator Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 2.

L'Oreal Serioxyl Advanced Denser Hair Serum contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Skin Conditioning

We don't have a description for Diethyllutidinate.

Vichy Dercos Densi-Solutions Hair Mass Recreator Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 3.

L'Oreal Serioxyl Advanced Denser Hair Serum contains this as ingredient number 3.

We don't have a description for Ethyl Ester Of Pvm/Ma Copolymer.

Vichy Dercos Densi-Solutions Hair Mass Recreator Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 5.

L'Oreal Serioxyl Advanced Denser Hair Serum contains this as ingredient number 5.

5
What it does: Perfuming, Tonic
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Geraniol is used to add fragrance/parfum to a product. It is the main component of citronellol. It is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol.

Monoterpenes are naturally found in many parts of different plants.

Geraniol can be found in many essential oils including Rose Oil and Citronella Oil. The scent of Geraniol is often described as "rose-like". Many foods also contain Geraniol for fruit flavoring.

Geraniol can irritate the skin when exposed to air. However, irritation depends on the ability of geraniol to penetrate into the skin. In general, geraniol is not able to penetrate skin easily.

Geraniol is colorless and has low water-solubility. However, it is soluble in common organic solvents.

Like citronellol, it is a natural insect repellent.

2,6-Octadien-1-ol, 3,7-dimethyl-, (2E)-

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Vichy Dercos Densi-Solutions Hair Mass Recreator Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 6.

L'Oreal Serioxyl Advanced Denser Hair Serum contains this as ingredient number 7.

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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.

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Vichy Dercos Densi-Solutions Hair Mass Recreator Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 9.

L'Oreal Serioxyl Advanced Denser Hair Serum contains this as ingredient number 11.

7
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.

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Vichy Dercos Densi-Solutions Hair Mass Recreator Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 10.

L'Oreal Serioxyl Advanced Denser Hair Serum contains this as ingredient number 6.

8
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Loved

Resveratrol is a famous emerging antioxidant. It is a good alternative for sensitive skin types who cannot tolerate retinoids.

This antioxidant is most famous for it's anti-aging benefits. Studies show it combats the signs of aging by:

Besides anti-aging, this ingredient also helps with skin brightening and soothing.

The most effective forms of resveratrol are isobutyrate and butyrate. These have the strongest effect on increasing A1 collagen and reducing inflammation.

A note on it being a retinoid alternative: Despite it's amazing skin benefits, it is not a replacement for retinoids. However, it is recommended for people with sensitive skin or intolerance to retinoids.

Resveratrol is naturally found in grapes, peanuts, and berries.

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Vichy Dercos Densi-Solutions Hair Mass Recreator Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 13.

L'Oreal Serioxyl Advanced Denser Hair Serum contains this as ingredient number 4.

9
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.

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Vichy Dercos Densi-Solutions Hair Mass Recreator Concentrate contains this as ingredient number 16.

L'Oreal Serioxyl Advanced Denser Hair Serum contains this as ingredient number 12.

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25% have no rating yet
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