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Moist Diane Perfect Beauty Extra Volume & Scalp Shampoo Versus Some By Mi Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Derma Scalp Tonic
Moist Diane Perfect Beauty Extra Volume & Scalp Shampoo Versus Some By Mi Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Derma Scalp Tonic What's inside Key Ingredients Benefits Concerns Ingredients Side-by-side Water Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate Lauryl Betaine Cocamide Methyl
Moist Diane Perfect Beauty Extra Volume & Scalp Shampoo Versus Some By Mi Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Derma Scalp Tonic
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Lauryl Betaine
Cocamide Methyl Mea
Asparagopsis Armata Extract
Propanediol
Gamma-Docosalactone
Quaternium-33
PEG-32
PEG-6
Dipropylene Glycol
Glucosyl Hesperidin
Butylene Glycol
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Glycerylamidoethyl Methacrylate/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Sodium Hyaluronate
Sorbitol
Prunus Domestica Seed Extract
Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract
Pisum Sativum Sprout Extract
Keratin
Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Spiraea Ulmaria Flower Extract
Isomalt
Polyquaternium-10
Polyquaternium-7
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Hydrolyzed Silk
PCA Ethyl Cocoyl Arginate
Hydrolyzed Silk Pg-Propyl Methylsilanediol
Biotin
Pouteria Sapota Seed Oil
Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil
Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter
Mangifera Indica Seed Oil
Ubiquinone
Glycine Soja Sterols
Ceramide Ng
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Ceramide Ag
Ceramide NP
Ceramide AP
Ceramide EOP
Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Oil
Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil
Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil
Sodium Chloride
1,2-Hexanediol
Cholesterol
Salicylic Acid
O-Cymen-5-Ol
Tea-Cocoyl Glutamate
Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin
Quaternium-18
Behentrimonium Chloride
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Glycerin
Propylene Glycol
Citric Acid
Tocopherol
Disodium EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Phenoxyethanol
Parfum
Caramel
Water, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Lauryl Betaine, Cocamide Methyl Mea, Asparagopsis Armata Extract, Propanediol, Gamma-Docosalactone, Quaternium-33, PEG-32, PEG-6, Dipropylene Glycol, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Glycerylamidoethyl Methacrylate/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitol, Prunus Domestica Seed Extract, Ascophyllum Nodosum Extract, Pisum Sativum Sprout Extract, Keratin, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Spiraea Ulmaria Flower Extract, Isomalt, Polyquaternium-10, Polyquaternium-7, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Hydrolyzed Silk, PCA Ethyl Cocoyl Arginate, Hydrolyzed Silk Pg-Propyl Methylsilanediol, Biotin, Pouteria Sapota Seed Oil, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Mangifera Indica Seed Oil, Ubiquinone, Glycine Soja Sterols, Ceramide Ng, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Ceramide Ag, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Oil, Carapa Guaianensis Seed Oil, Adansonia Digitata Seed Oil, Sodium Chloride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Cholesterol, Salicylic Acid, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Tea-Cocoyl Glutamate, Potassium Cocoyl Hydrolyzed Keratin, Quaternium-18, Behentrimonium Chloride, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Benzoate, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum, Caramel
Alcohol Denat.
Menthol
Tromethamine
Panthenol
Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract
Mentha Viridis Extract
Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract
Glycine Max Seed Extract
Nigella Sativa Seed Extract
Oryza Sativa Extract
Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract
Sesamum Indicum Sprout Extract
Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract
Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract
Hydrolyzed Centella Asiatica Extract
Madecassoside
Madecassic Acid
Asiaticoside
Asiatic Acid
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Leonurus Sibiricus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract
Artemisia Vulgaris Extract
Ethylhexylglycerin
Caprylyl Glycol
Water, Alcohol Denat., Menthol, Tromethamine, Salicylic Acid, Panthenol, Biotin, Butylene Glycol, Mentha Piperita Leaf Extract, Mentha Viridis Extract, Mentha Rotundifolia Leaf Extract, Glycine Max Seed Extract, Nigella Sativa Seed Extract, Oryza Sativa Extract, Ribes Nigrum Fruit Extract, Sesamum Indicum Sprout Extract, Salvia Hispanica Seed Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Leonurus Sibiricus Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Artemisia Vulgaris Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Parfum
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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.
1,2-Hexanediol is a synthetic liquid and another multi-functional powerhouse.
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 preservatives
Biotin is a B vitamin that is naturally produced by our bodies. It is also called Vitamin H.
Our bodies use biotin in the metabolism process. It also helps our bodies use enzymes and move nutrients around. A biotin deficiency can lead to brittle hair and nails.
More research is needed on applying biotin topically. However, taking biotin orally has been shown to help nourish the skin, hair, and nails. They play a role in forming skin-hydrating fatty acids.
Biotin is water-soluble. It can be found in foods such as fish, eggs, dairy, nuts, and meat. Vitamin H stands for "haar" and "haut". These are the German words for hair and skin.
Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:
Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient that works well with other ingredients.
Though this ingredient works well with most skin types, some people with sensitive skin may experience a reaction such as allergic rashes, closed comedones, or itchiness.
Parfum 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.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, it’s still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
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. Remember to stay hydrated!