Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of VO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo versus Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo .
Published on June 22, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 7 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain AHA and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for brightening skin, reducing pores, scar healing and better texture
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain fragrances and sulfates
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Ingredient Info
VO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo 29 ingredients
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo 15 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
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Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Silicon Free
This product is free of silicons 🎉
Contains Fragrance
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Contains Sulfate
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Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Malassezia Safe
This product is free of malassezia feeding ingredients 🎉
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
Contains EU Allergens
Ingredients in this product that are EU allergens:
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
At a glance
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VO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo 29 ingredients
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo 15 ingredients
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Join SkinSortIngredients Compared
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
VO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo 29 ingredients
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo 15 ingredients
Water • Sodium Laureth Sulfate • Cocamidopropyl Betainamide Mea Chloride • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate • Parfum • Sodium Benzoate • Polyquaternium-7 • Citric Acid • Disodium EDTA • Methylchloroisothiazolinone • Methylisothiazolinone • Propylene Glycol • Polysorbate 20 • Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract • Citrus Aurantifolia Peel Extract • Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Leaf Extract • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract • Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil • Mangifera Indica Seed Oil • Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil • Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil • Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil • Ascorbic Acid • Panthenol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Biotin • Niacinamide • CI 42090 • CI 47005
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.
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 WaterVO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 1.
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 ParfumVO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 5.
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 7.
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.
Sodium Benzoate 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 BenzoateVO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 6.
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 5.
Citric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
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.
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 look more even.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidVO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 8.
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 6.
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 EDTAVO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 9.
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 9.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateVO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 25.
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 11.
Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
VO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 28.
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo contains this as ingredient number 14.
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.
VO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo 29 ingredients
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo 15 ingredients
Usage
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VO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo 29 ingredients
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo 15 ingredients
Reviews
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VO5 Kiwi Lime Squeeze Clarifying Shampoo 29 ingredients
Suave Essentials Daily Clarifying Shampoo 15 ingredients
screamadelica
meh
okay clarifying shampoo for the price. don’t really like how it smells. also, way too much comes out of the dispenser.
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