Comparison between PATTERN Clarifying Shampoo vs. PATTERN Hydrating Shampoo

PATTERN

Clarifying Shampoo

PATTERN

Hydrating Shampoo

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33 Ingredients 43

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Water

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Cocamidopropyl Betaine

Sodium Chloride

Propanediol

Sodium Glycolate

Glycol Distearate

Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine

Argania Spinosa (Argan) Kernel Oil

Sodium Benzoate

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Glycerin

Mel (Honey

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Uniqueness20 out of 33

60.6%

Uniqueness30 out of 43

69.8%

Positive Effects

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ECO Metrics

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Vegan

Cruelty free

Reef friendly

Yes

Ozone layer safe

Yes

Organic score

natural

14 out of 33

42%

chemical

17 out of 33

52%

natural

17 out of 43

40%

chemical

20 out of 43

47%

Concerns

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Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin

Positive: 3Negative: 0

Glycerin^#8Panthenol^#21Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract^#24

Oily skin

Positive: 1Negative: 1

Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract^#23Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil^#26

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 1

Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Extract^#13Citric Acid^#14

Dry skin

Positive: 6Negative: 0

Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil^#13Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil^#14Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil^#15Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil^#18Glycerin^#22Phospholipids^#23

Oily skin

Positive: 0Negative: 5

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil^#7Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil^#13Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil^#18Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil^#19Stearic Acid^#38

Sensitive skin

Positive: 1Negative: 3

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil^#18Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil^#10Citric Acid^#34Linalool^#43

Detailed view

PATTERN Clarifying Shampoo vs. PATTERN Hydrating 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

Both products have the same component on this position.

#2Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Origin: chemical

Role: Cleansing agent, Foaming, Surfactant

Cleansing

Sulfates

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

Position 3

Both products have the same component on this position.

#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

#4Sodium 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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#4Propanediol

Origin: chemical

Role: Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent

Moisturizing

Hair conditioning

EWG Rating [ 2 ]

Propanediol is a good solvent, emollient and humectant. It helps to moisturize the skin and prevent moisture loss. In haircare products, it conditions hair and improves absorption of the product.

Position 5

#5Sodium Glycolate

Origin: chemical

Role: Buffering agent

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ B ]

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#5Glycol Distearate

Origin: chemical

Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Viscosity controlling agent

Softening

Malassezia unsafe

EWG Rating [ 1 ]

CIR Rating [ A ]