Ziaja Cashmere Proteins Strengthening Shampoo Versus Agebeautiful Ultra Bond No. 1 Synergy Cleanse Shampoo
Updated on October 07, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe shampoos. They have a total of 9 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any parabens or silicones
What's Inside
They both contain common allergens and fragrances
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Ingredient Info
Ziaja Cashmere Proteins Strengthening Shampoo 17 ingredients
Agebeautiful Ultra Bond No. 1 Synergy Cleanse Shampoo 29 ingredients
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Ziaja Cashmere Proteins Strengthening Shampoo 17 ingredients
Agebeautiful Ultra Bond No. 1 Synergy Cleanse Shampoo 29 ingredients
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Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Polyquaternium-10
Amaranthus Cruentus Seed Oil
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Keratin
HumectantLaureth-2
CleansingSodium Chloride
Masking
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Parfum
Masking
Linalool
Perfuming
Citric Acid
Buffering
CI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantCI 17200
Cosmetic ColorantWater
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Dimethyl Lauramide/Myristamide
EmulsifyingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Polyquaternium-10
Parfum
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Polyquaternium-7
Laureth-4
Emulsifying
Sodium Gluconate
Skin ConditioningSuccinic Acid
BufferingArginine
Masking
Cetrimonium Chloride
Antimicrobial
Benzyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Polyquaternium-53
Benzoic Acid
Masking
Silk Amino Acids
HumectantMelanin
Skin ProtectingKeratin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Keratin
HumectantMethylchloroisothiazolinone
Preservative
Methylisothiazolinone
Preservative
Imidazolidinyl Urea
Preservative
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingLimonene
Perfuming
Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Decyl Glucoside, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Dimethyl Lauramide/Myristamide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Polyquaternium-10, Parfum, Citric Acid, Glycol Distearate, Polyquaternium-7, Laureth-4, Sodium Gluconate, Succinic Acid, Arginine, Cetrimonium Chloride, Benzyl Alcohol, Polyquaternium-53, Benzoic Acid, Silk Amino Acids, Melanin, Keratin, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Potassium Hydroxide, Limonene
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 WaterCocamidopropyl Betaine is a fatty acid created by mixing similar compounds in coconut oil and dimethylaminopropylamine, a compound with two amino groups.
This ingredient is a surfactant and cleanser. It helps gather the dirt, pollutants, and other impurities in your skin to be washed away. It also helps thicken a product and make the texture more creamy.
Being created from coconut oil means Cocamidopropyl Betaine is hydrating for the skin.
While Cocamidopropyl Betaine was believed to be an allergen, a study from 2012 disproved this. It found two compounds in unpure Cocamidopropyl Betaine to be the irritants: aminoamide and 3-dimethylaminopropylamine. High-grade and pure Cocamidopropyl Betaine did not induce allergic reactions during this study.
Learn more about Cocamidopropyl BetaineGlycol Distearate serves as a pearlizing or opacifying agent in cosmetic products.
It's often included in cleansers and haircare products to give them a lustrous or shimmering appearance.
It is derived from stearic acid, a natural fatty acid commonly found in vegetable oils and animal fats.
Glycol Distearate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Glycol DistearateLaureth-4 is created by reacting ethylene oxide with Lauryl Alcohol. It is a surfactant and emulsifier.
Surfactants reduce the surface tension of ingredients so they can mix better. Emulsifiers prevent ingredients such as oil and water from separating.
Polyquaternium-10 is an ammonium salt of hydroxyethylcellulose. It is a white and granular powder used as a film-former and anti-static agent.
This ingredient is commonly found in hair conditioning products. According to a manufacturer, its positive charge makes it great for absorbing hair proteins. The manufacturer also states this ingredient helps with curl retention.
For haircare friends: this ingredient is not a silicone.
Learn more about Polyquaternium-10Hydrolyzed Keratin is derived from keratin. Keratin is a large protein that is naturally found in our hair and skin.
Studies show keratin is able to seal broken hair cuticles, helping to prevent split ends and breakage.
As a humectant, hydrolyzed keratin helps draw moisture from the air to your hair and skin. This helps keep your skin and hair hydrated.
Learn more about Hydrolyzed KeratinSodium 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 BenzoateParfum 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 ParfumCitric 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 AcidIngredient Ratings
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