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Kérastase Masque Extentioniste Hair Mask Versus L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask

Kérastase Masque Extentioniste Hair Mask Versus L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask Detailed comparison of Kérastase Masque Extentioniste Hair Mask versus L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask. No benefit

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Kérastase Masque Extentioniste Hair Mask Versus L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask Detailed comparison of Kérastase Masque Extentioniste Hair Mask versus L'Oréal Professionnel Absolut Repair Protein Treatment Hair Mask. No benefits Water Cetearyl Alcohol Amodimethicone Behentrimonium Methosulfate Behentrimonium Chloride Ethanolamine Maleic Acid Phenoxyethanol Isopropyl Alcohol Benzoic Acid Trideceth-6 Hydroxypropyl Guar Amyl Cinnamal Hexyl Cinnamal Benzyl Alcohol Cetrimonium Chloride Linalool Hydroxycitronellal Citronellol Limonene Benzyl Cinnamate Creatine 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol Parfum Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Amodimethicone, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Behentrimonium Chloride, Ethanolamine, Maleic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Benzoic Acid, Trideceth-6, Hydroxypropyl Guar, Amyl Cinnamal, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Alcohol, Cetrimonium Chloride, Linalool, Hydroxycitronellal, Citronellol, Limonene, Benzyl Cinnamate, Creatine, 2-Oleamido-1,3-Octadecanediol, Parfum Euphorbia Cerifera Cera Cetyl Esters Glycerin Lactic Acid Chlorhexidine Digluconate Sodium Hydroxide Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein CI 19140 CI 15985 Water, Cetearyl Alcohol, Behentrimonium Chloride, Euphorbia Cerifera Cera, Amodimethicone, Cetyl Esters, Isopropyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Trideceth-6, Linalool, Lactic Acid, Hexyl Cinnamal, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, Cetrimonium Chloride, Limonene, Sodium Hydroxide, Chenopodium Quinoa Seed Extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, CI 19140, CI 15985, Parfum Be the first to review These ingredients are found in both products. Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount. This water-soluble silicone is used for its hydrating and softening properties. It is used to add a silky feel to skincare products and has great benefits for haircare. In haircare, this ingredient: Adds shine Protects color Offers thermal protection Boosts hair strength Does not build up as easily This ingredient is a preservative and often used for it's anti-static properties. You'll most likely see this ingredient in hair conditioners. It does not cause irritation or sensitization in leave-on products at 1-5%. Cetearyl alcohol is a waxy mixture of two fatty alcohols: cetyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol. It is an emollient and emulsifier. Despite having "alcohol" in its name, it has nothing to do with drying solvent alcohols; the FDA also allows "alcohol-free" products to contain fatty alcohols like this ingredient. It plays several roles in a formula: Typical use levels for this ingredient sit around 1-10% and the Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel has affirmed safety at concentrations up to 25% in leave-on products. Multiple assessments have found it to be non-irritating and non-sensitizing to most people. However, there have been some cases of allergic contact dermatitis in patients with chronically compromised skin barriers. Cetearyl alcohol has a comedogenic rating of 2 and irritancy rating of 1. Both of these numbers come from the 1989 study that used rabbit ears; a "2" means mildly comedogenic and a "1" means low irritancy. Here's the catch: rabbit skin is more sensitive than human skin and throws a lot of false positives. A 1996 reappraisal found that ingredients rated 1-2 in the rabbit ear tests are generally safe for humans. Remember comedogenic ratings are unable to assess the entire formula of a product or how it will react on your skin. Just be sure to patch test if you are unsure about certain ingredients. This ingredient is not fungal acne safe. Cetearyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol with chain lengths that fall within the range that Malassezia can metabolize. A 2019 study has also observed Malassezia growth in the presence of this ingredient, confirming it to be not-fungal acne safe. This ingredient is a preservative, antimicrobial, and emulsifier. It is often used in cosmetics for its ability to cleanse, condition, and reduce static. Cetrimonium chloride is a quaternary ammonium salt, meaning it has a water-soluble structure. Hexyl 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. Isopropyl Alcohol is more commonly known as rubbing alcohol. It is most commonly used as a solvent, meaning it helps other ingredients dissolve. T