Virtue Restorative Treatment Mask Versus L'Oréal Professionnel Metal Detox Hair Mask
Updated on April 18, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe hair masks. They have a total of 10 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing 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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Ingredient Info
Virtue Restorative Treatment Mask 91 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Metal Detox Hair Mask 37 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Virtue Restorative Treatment Mask 91 ingredients
L'Oréal Professionnel Metal Detox Hair Mask 37 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Behentrimonium Chloride
Preservative
Dimethicone
Emollient
PEG-100 Stearate
Glyceryl Stearate
Emollient
PEG-8 Dimethicone
Emulsifying
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine
EmulsifyingIsododecane
EmollientCetyl Esters
Emollient
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate
EmollientEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningKeratin
Skin ConditioningPanthenol
Skin Conditioning
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
EmollientAmaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract
Skin Conditioning
Quercus Petraea Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningBrassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract
Oryza Sativa Seed Protein
Antioxidant
Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract
Skin ProtectingOryza Sativa Extract
Absorbent
Cystoseira Compressa Extract
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningCystine Bis-Pg-Propyl Silanetriol
Skin ConditioningCynara Scolymus Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningCitrus Paradisi Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Hydrolyzed Quinoa
Skin ConditioningHydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables
Emollient
Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
Skin Conditioning
Oryza Sativa Bran Extract
Skin Conditioning
Jojoba Esters
Emollient
Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine
HumectantHelianthus Annuus Extract
Emollient
Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
AntimicrobialGalactoarabinan
Xylitol
Humectant
Trehalose
Humectant
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentHelianthus Annuus Sprout Extract
Skin ConditioningCalcium Gluconate
HumectantPisum Sativum Extract
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Linseed Extract
Skin ConditioningPentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Antioxidant
Parfum
Masking
Propanediol
Solvent
Caprylyl Glycol
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Hydroxyethylcellulose
Emulsion StabilisingPolysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Maltodextrin
Absorbent
Quaternium-95
UV AbsorberGluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Phytic Acid
Disodium Phosphate
BufferingCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
CleansingButylene Glycol
Humectant
Ethyl Linoleate
Emollient
Ethyl Oleate
Emollient
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Polyquaternium-37
Phenethyl Alcohol
MaskingCaprylic Acid
CleansingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Chlorphenesin
Antimicrobial
Sorbic Acid
Preservative
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Sodium Phytate
Sodium Phosphate
BufferingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Citric Acid
Buffering
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Dehydroacetic Acid
Preservative
Benzyl Salicylate
Perfuming
Coumarin
Perfuming
Limonene
Perfuming
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Dimethicone, PEG-100 Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-8 Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Isododecane, Cetyl Esters, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Keratin, Panthenol, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract, Quercus Petraea Fruit Extract, Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer, Hydrolyzed Adansonia Digitata Seed Extract, Oryza Sativa Seed Protein, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Cystoseira Compressa Extract, Hydrolyzed Pea Protein Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Cystine Bis-Pg-Propyl Silanetriol, Cynara Scolymus Leaf Extract, Citrus Paradisi Fruit Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Asiaticoside, Hydrolyzed Quinoa, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Oryza Sativa Bran Extract, Jojoba Esters, Sodium Dilauramidoglutamide Lysine, Helianthus Annuus Extract, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Madecassoside, Cinnamidopropyltrimonium Chloride, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract, Galactoarabinan, Xylitol, Trehalose, Zea Mays Starch, Helianthus Annuus Sprout Extract, Calcium Gluconate, Pisum Sativum Extract, Hydrolyzed Linseed Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Parfum, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Glycerin, Polysorbate 60, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Polysorbate 20, Dimethiconol, Maltodextrin, Quaternium-95, Gluconolactone, Phytic Acid, Disodium Phosphate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Butylene Glycol, Ethyl Linoleate, Ethyl Oleate, Sorbitan Oleate, Polyquaternium-37, Phenethyl Alcohol, Caprylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol, Chlorphenesin, Sorbic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Benzoate, Alcohol, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Dehydroacetic Acid, Benzyl Salicylate, Coumarin, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingDisodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
CleansingGlycol Distearate
Emollient
Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingGlycerin
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
PPG-5-Ceteth-20
EmulsifyingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Coco-Betaine
CleansingDivinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
Amodimethicone
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingPolyquaternium-7
Polyquaternium-10
Carbomer
Emulsion StabilisingSodium Benzoate
Masking
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Limonene
Perfuming
PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Polysorbate 21
Emulsifying
Hexyl Cinnamal
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Trideceth-6
EmulsifyingC12-13 Pareth-23
CleansingC12-13 Pareth-3
EmulsifyingCitral
Perfuming
Geraniol
Perfuming
Glycine
Buffering
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, Glycol Distearate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Glycerin, Parfum, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Coco-Betaine, Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Amodimethicone, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Polyquaternium-7, Polyquaternium-10, Carbomer, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Limonene, PEG-55 Propylene Glycol Oleate, Propylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Polysorbate 21, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Trideceth-6, C12-13 Pareth-23, C12-13 Pareth-3, Citral, Geraniol, Glycine, Tocopherol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Benzoic Acid is used to preserve and adjust the pH of products.
The antimicrobial property of Benzoic Acid helps elongate a product's shelf life. Its main role is to reduce fungi growth and is not found to be effective at fighting bacteria. Therefore Benzoic Acid is always added along with other preservatives.
In its pure form, Benzoic Acid looks like a white crystalline solid. It has slight solubility in water.
The name of Benzoic Acid comes from gum benzoin, which used to be the sole source of deriving this ingredient. Benzoic Acid is the most simple aromatic carboxylic acid.
Benzoic Acid is naturally occuring in strawberries, mustard, cinnamon, and cloves. It has a slight scent but is not considered to be a fragrance.
Learn more about Benzoic AcidCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinHexyl 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 CinnamalLimonene 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 LimoneneLinalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.
Like Limonene, this ingredient oxidizes when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.
This ingredient has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.
Learn more about LinaloolParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient 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.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or '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 by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
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 ParfumPhenoxyethanol 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.
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateTocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
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