Comparison between Ouai Detox Shampoo vs. Kristin Ess Deep Clean Clarifying Shampoo

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33 Ingredients 38

1
Water
1
Water
2
Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
2
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
3
Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
3
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
4
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
4
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
5
Decyl Glucoside
5
Sodium Chloride
6
Acrylates Copolymer
6
Fragrance
7
Cocamide Mipa
7
Phenoxyethanol
8
Fragrance
8
Glycerin
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Uniqueness24 out of 33
72.7%
Uniqueness29 out of 38
76.3%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
No
Cruelty free
Yes
No
Reef friendly
Yes
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes
Yes
Organic score
natural
8 out of 33
24%
chemical
22 out of 33
67%
natural
19 out of 38
50%
chemical
15 out of 38
39%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycerin#15Propylene Glycol#22
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Isopropyl Alcohol#21Citric Acid#23Linalool#29
Dry skin
Positive: 4Negative: 2
Glycerin#8Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil#24Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#25Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#26Sodium Laureth Sulfate#2Sodium Lauryl Sulfate#4
Oily skin
Positive: 0Negative: 3
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil#26Sorbitan Oleate#32Algin#33
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 2
Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract#25Citric Acid#13Algin#33

Detailed view

Ouai Detox Shampoo vs. Kristin Ess Deep Clean Clarifying Shampoo
Position 1
Both products have the same component on this position.

#1Water

Origin: natural
Role: Solvent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Water is a great solvent. It’s neutral and doesn’t provide any strong positive or negative effects. It just helps components to mix better and to transport active components.

Position 2

#2Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Foaming, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#2Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
Comedogenic rating [ 3 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin
Position 3

#3Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate

Origin: chemical
Role: No information
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
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#3Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Cleansing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a pH 4.5-5.5 liquid that is used to improve the overall efficiency of the formulation. It’s usually combined with different surfactants and is used because of its cleansing efficiency. It helps to remove sebum and dirt from the skin and hair. It also works as a foaming agent helping to make a pleasant foam.

Position 4

#4Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antistatic agent, Cleansing agent, Foam booster, Hair conditioning, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
Cleansing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Cocamidopropyl Betaine is a pH 4.5-5.5 liquid that is used to improve the overall efficiency of the formulation. It’s usually combined with different surfactants and is used because of its cleansing efficiency. It helps to remove sebum and dirt from the skin and hair. It also works as a foaming agent helping to make a pleasant foam.

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#4Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsifying agent, Foaming, Surfactant
Cleansing
Sulfates
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is a surfactant. It helps cosmetic products to remove all the sebum and dirt from your skin. Water can't dissolve sebum on its own because sebum contains oils. Surfactants help water get into sebum and wash off all the unnecessary stuff from your skin.

The component also helps to form a nice foam. The foam allows to spread the product evenly. which is important for good cleansing.

The component is researched quite well. Studies showed that it doesn't have any negative impact on human health if you apply it to your skin. It can be toxic only if you take SLS inside, but we doubt that somebody likes to drink shampoo or eat soap.

However, the component has its negative side. It can dry out skin or hair too much. You can suffer from this effect if you have dry skin. Plus it can make your hair less protected because natural sebum works like a barrier. Washing it off completely isn't the best idea.

Position 5

#5Decyl Glucoside

Origin: chemical
Role: Cleansing agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Surfactant
Cleansing
EWG Rating [ 2 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Decyl glucoside is a surfactant. It provides degreasing and wetting effects. It removes dirt and sebum gently. It doesn’t irritate the skin but at the same time, it’s an effective cleanser. It’s considered to be the safest among all the other surfactants.

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#5Sodium Chloride

Origin: natural
Role: Flavoring agent, Viscosity controlling agent
Antiseptic
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

Sodium Chloride is a very famous ingredeint also known as Salt. Yes, it’s the same salt you can find on your table. In cosmetics, it is used as a preservative helping the product to live longer. It is also used as a peeling agent in different scrubs. Human contact with this element since ancient times and that's why it is 100% safe.

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