Here is a list of the ingredients of Clairol Renewal 5x Shampoo,
Revitalizing for Color/Permed Hair:
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl
Betaine, Fragrance, Panthenol, Vaccinium Myrtillus Extract, Saccharum
Oficinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Citrus
Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon)
Fruit Extract, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Retinyl Palmitate, Acer Saccharinum
(Sugar Maple) Extract, Linoleic Acid, Dihydroxypropyl Peg 5
Linoleammonium Chloride, Cocamide MEA, Glycol Distearate, Laureth 7,
Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride,
Citric Acid, PEG 35 Castor Oil, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate,
Polysorbate 20, Phytantriol, Sodium Chloride, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium
PCA, DMDM Hydantoin, Methyl Paraben
Drugstore.com: Clairol Renewal 5x Shampoo, Revitalizing for
Color/Permed Hair
http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=69055&catid=20&brand=20270&trx=PLST-0-BRAND&trxp1=20&trxp2=69055&trxp3=1&trxp4=0&btrx=BUY-PLST-0-BRAND
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Water: Most cosmetics and liquid shampoos contain water as the #1
ingredient. If they did not, the product would be too thick and
gelatinous to apply smoothly.
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Sodium Laureth Sulfate and Sodium Lauryl Sulfate: These are surfactant
detergents which are commonly used in shampoos and cleaning products.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is an anionic detergent, while Sodium Laureth
Sulfate is an ethyloxylated detergent. There is considerable
controversy regarding the safety of these substances; I'll provide
links with more details on these substances later in my answer.
"Sodium Laureth Sulfate is used in high foaming dishwashing detergents
and many industrial cleaners. The physical properties of this
surfactant suggest many other applications such as shampoos, liquid
detergents, foaming agents, heavy duty alkaline cleaners, emulsifiers,
textile mill kier boiling bleach assistants, and neutral and alkaline
scouring. Foam stability in the presence of soap is much improved over
other anionics, therefore this product is recommended for cleaning
products containing soap as an ingredient."
Chemistry Store: Sodium Laureth Sulfate
http://www.chemistrystore.com/Sodium_laureth_sulfate.htm
"Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is useful in a wide variety of personal care
applications in which viscosity building and foam characteistics are
of importance. Because of its low salt content, this product is
particulary useful in formulations that ae sensitive to high levels of
sodium chloride. It is compatible with alkanolamides and amphoterics
so that maximum optimization of foam and viscosity characteristics can
be reached in the finished product. It can be incorporated into
shampoos, handsoaps, bath products, shaving creams and medicated
ointments. It is especially useful for opaque, pearlescent, or cream
products."
Chemistry Store: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
http://www.chemistrystore.com/Sodium_Lauryl_Sulfate.htm
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine is an amphoteric surfactant that serves as a
foam thickener. Like many surfactants, it is a coconut oil derivative.
"Used in shampoos, bubble baths and liquid handsoaps. Provides good
foaming and foam liquid stabilization with excellent wetting
properties. Compatible with anionic, cationic, and nonionic
surfactants."
Chemistry Store:
http://www.chemistrystore.com/cocamidopropyl_betaine.htm
"Cocamidopropyl betaine is derived from coconut fatty acid and is used
for its foaming properties and mildness."
The Essential Oil Company Ltd: Base Ingredients
http://www.eoco.org.uk/ingred.html
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Fragrance: Like most cosmetic products, this shampoo has nonspecified
fragrance agents. Fragrances can sometimes cause skin and scalp
problems, and allergies to fragrances are not uncommon.
"Some preservative and fragrances in shampoos, conditioner and styling
aids can be highly irritating to some people's skin and scalps."
Ebeauty Mall: Dry Flaky Scalp
http://www.ebeautymall.com/Aexpert/george/q3.asp
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Panthenol: This is a moisturizer and conditioner which is related to
Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5.)
"Panthenol acts as a penetrating moisturizer. Its humectant character
enables panthenol to hold water in the product or attract water from
the environment, resulting in a moisturizing effect. Panthenol imparts
a moisturizing and conditioning feel to skin care products. As a skin
softener it provides suppleness, and claims are that it also acts as
an anti-inflammatory agent."
Skin Blends: Panthenol
http://www.skinblends.com/Products/Additive%20Blends/Active%20Blends/panthenol.htm
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Vaccinium Myrtillus Extract: This is also known as Bilberry Extract.
It is an antioxidant astringent which may have antinflammatory
properties.
"Although bilberry constituents have multiple pharmacological actions,
most of the research has focused on the anthocyanosides. Extracts
containing anthocyanosides have been shown to possess strong
antioxidant properties,5 stabilize collagen fibers and promote
collagen biosynthesis,6-8 decrease capillary permeability and
fragility,9 and inhibit platelet aggregation.10 Anthocyanosides and
other bilberry leaf constituents prevent the release and synthesis of
pro-inflammatory compounds such as histamine, prostaglandins, and
leukotrienes."
Alternative Medicine Review: Vaccinium myrtillus (Bilberry)
http://www.thorne.com/altmedrev/bilberry6-5.html
"The medicinal properties of the fruits and leaves of Vaccinium
myrtillus have been known since the Middle Age since when the berries
have been utilised for their astringent, tonic and antiseptic
properties in the management of diarrhoea and dysentery, haemorrhoids,
gastrointestinal inflammations and mouth infections. The leaves have
also been used as a remedy for diabetes thanks to the hypoglycaemic
properties and their infusion or decoctions in the topical treatment
of eyes and mouth inflammation, skin infections and burns. Nowadays,
Bilberry (fruit) Extract, is commonly used to treat various eye
disorders and to promote general capillary health."
Linnea Worldwide: Bilberry Extract (Vaccinium myrtillus)
http://www.linnea-worldwide.com/products/bilberry.asp
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Saccharum Oficinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract: This is an AHA glycolic
acid exfoliant.
"The juicy pulp of the sugar cane plant works as a natural alpha
hydroxy acid."
On the Wings of Success: Ingredients Glossary
http://onthewingsofsuccess.com/IngredientsGlossary.htm
"Sugar Cane Extract: Gently removes damaged, dead and dry cell so
fresh, healthy-looking skin can appear."
Cosmetic Mall: Ingredients
http://www.cosmeticmall.com/Content/ingredients.asp
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Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein: A moisturizing conditioner.
"This is a naturally derived, hydrolyzed wheat protein that contains
wheat oligosaccharides (carbohydrates) and constitutes a unique
hydrating complex offering a combination of moisture-balancing and
film-forming properties that work synergistically to give hair better
body control, and skin, a smoother softer feel. Wonderfully
moisturizing in lotions/creams, anti-aging products. Exceptional in
shampoos, conditioners, body wash."
The Herbarie: Wheat Protein
http://www.theherbarie.com/botanicalex.html#wheatProtein
"Hydrolyzed wheat protein penetrates the hair shaft to repair damage
and help promote body..."
Amazing Products Store: Hair Care
http://www.pacwestserv.com/haircare04.htm
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract and Citrus Medica
Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract: These are extracts from citrus fruits
that help to remove dead skin cells.
"Orange extract awakens tired, lifeless hair."
American Discount Beauty Supply: Wella Introduces Lifetex
http://www.adiscountbeauty.com/page159.html
"Lemon Extract:
Extracted from the fruit
Adjusts pH
Astringent
Moisturizer
Supports the body against minor inflammation
Antioxidant
Supports the maintenance of healthy skin"
Anti-Aging Choices: Hair Care Product Ingredients
http://antiagingchoices.com/hair_care/Hair_Care_Ingredients.htm
"Bilberry Extract, Orange Extract, Lemon Extract: AHA Citric Acids
that work on the upper surfaces of the skin to exfoliate dead skin
cells."
Persian Village: Instant Firming
http://www.persianvillage.com/prodshow/psitem.cfm?psid=752
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Hydrolyzed Elastin: This is a hydrating and moisturizing agent.
"Hydrolyzed elastin is an impressive skin and hair conditioner."
Nuskin: Ingredients Glossary
http://www.nuskin.com/products/pc/ingrdientsglossary.html
"Our hydrolyzed elastin, responsible for elasticity and flexibility of
the dermis, allows for moisturizing of both skin and hair."
Arch Personal Care: Our Products
http://www.archpersonalcare.com/Products/Product.asp?ID=96
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Retinyl Palmitate: This is a form of Vitamin A.
"Retinyl palmitate is the least irritant version of vitamin A and for
that reason may well be the most useful form because people will apply
it more regularly if they get less dryness and irritation of the
skin."
6th Internet World Congress for Biomedical Sciences: Maximising Skin
Care
http://www.uclm.es/inabis2000/posters/files/071/session.htm
"Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A) to help reduce flaking of the scalp."
LA Beauty Online: Scalp
http://labeauty.com/scalp.htm
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Acer Saccharinum (Sugar Maple) Extract: Another AHA glycolic acid
exfoliant, similar to the Sugar Cane Extract listed above.
"Sugar Cane Extract, Sugar Maple Extract: AHA Glycolic Acids that work
on the lower layers of the skin to repair, and rejuvenate dying skin
cells."
Persian Village: Instant Firming
http://www.persianvillage.com/prodshow/psitem.cfm?psid=752
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Linoleic Acid: This is an unsaturated fatty acid which may stimulate
hair growth by inhibiting the production of an enzyme that produces
DHT(a hormone associated with hair loss.)
"Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA), Linoleic and
Oleic Acid are essential fatty acids found in plant oils. These fatty
acids have been individually proven to inhibit 5-Alpha Reductase. In
fact these are the most powerful inhibitors of 5-Alpha Reductase known
today and not only they inhibit the Type II form of the 5-Alpha
Reductase which other products like Propecia® inhibit, but also the
Type I form of the enzyme which is present in high concentrations in
the scalp, sebaceous glands, and the skin."
Revivogen: Research
http://shop.store.yahoo.com/revivogen/research.html
"Essential Fatty Acid (EFA). EFA's include Linoleic Acid (LA) and
Alpha Linolenic Acid (LNA). Doctors around the world recognize EFA's
as essential nutrients for human health. The problem is that EFA's
aren't made in our bodies, so we have to eat them or take them as
supplements. Linoleic Acid is considered the most important EFA. It is
a necessity for hair health and growth. Without it, humans suffer from
hair loss and dry scaly scalp and skin."
Beauty Newsletter: Four Steps To Growing Healthy Long Hair
http://www.beautynewsletter.gq.nu/articles/H_hair1.html
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Dihydroxypropyl Peg 5 Linoleammonium Chloride: This is a cationic
antistatic agent also known as Monaquat SL-5. Antistatic agents help
prevent "fly-away hair," particularly in the wintertime.
"MONAQUAT SL-5 Dihydroxypropyl PEG-5 Linoleammonium Chloride"
Uniquema: Personal Care Americas Product Range
http://www.uniqema.com/pc/lit/americas/ProductRange/page3.htm
"Chemical and Physical Properties: Antistatic Agents... Monaquat SL-5,
cationic...Static protection, good."
Uniquema: Chemical and Physical Properties: Antistatic Agents
www.uniqema.com/fibres/lit/fibres8.pdf
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Cocamide MEA: An alkanolamide surfactant derived from coconut.
"Cocamide MEA... Viscosity building foam booster and foam stabiliser,
personal care cleansing products and detergent formulations"
Surfactants: Alkanolamide
http://www.eocgroup.com/English/scripts/productlist.asp?p=surfactants&sort=Alkanolamide
"Cocamide MEA (coconut oil derived cleanser)"
Health Store: Cold & Flu Bath
http://www.healthstore.com/gv/info.html?item=223102
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Glycol Distearate: A surfactant which makes the shampoo look "pearly."
"Glycol distearate: Gives shampoo a pearlescent look"
Exploratorium: Better Hair Through Chemistry
http://www.exploratorium.edu/exploring/hair/hair_3.html
"Glycol stearate or glycol distearate will impart pearlescence to a
shampoo system..."
Chemical & Engineering News: What's That Stuff?
http://pubs.acs.org/cen/whatstuff/print/8015sci3.html
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Laureth 7: A surfactant with emulsifying properties.
"Laureth-7 (emulsifier)"
Drugstore.com: Beach Self-Tanning System
http://www.drugstore.com/qxp75779_333181_sespider/beach/selftanning_system.htm
"LAURETH-7 - A surfactant produced commercially from coconut oil;
known for its reviving properties."
David Cox: Ingredients
http://www.davidcox.co.uk/ingred.htm
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Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate: Another surfactant made from coconut
oil.
"Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate Very mild amphoteric surfactant.
Excellent, very mild cleansing agent with light conditioning
properties."
Fred Online: Ingredients List
http://www.fredonline.co.uk/ingredientslist2.htm
"Sodium Myristoyl Sarcosinate (made from coconut oil)"
Drugstore.com: EO Gift Bag
http://www.drugstore.com/qxp71539_333181_sespider/eo/gift_bag_lavender_lovers_assortment.htm
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Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride: This is a
conditioner/moisturizer that is made from the guar plant.
"Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride (a moisture-holding polymer
derived from guar gum)"
Hydron: HYDRON® Botanical Volumizing Shampoo Duo
http://www.hydron.com/haircare-bvs2.html
"Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
- A naturally-derived viscosity increasing agent
- Conditioning properties
- Detangling properties"
Cache of Royal Heirs Products: Glossary
http://216.239.37.100/search?q=cache:rtuues0C9MYC:www.royalheirs.com/products/glossary.html+%22guar+Hydroxypropyltrimonium+Chloride%22&hl=en&lr=lang_en&ie=UTF-8
"Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride - Naturally derived from Guar
tree, it is a cationic conditioning agent used frequently in
shampoos."
Spiral Haircase: Ingredient Directory
http://www.spiralhaircase.com/ingredients.html
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Citric Acid: Adjusts the pH of the shampoo to help smoothe the hair. A
slightly acid pH is desirable so that the hair will be sleek and shiny
in appearance.
"Citric Acid... has a two fold reason for addition. Shampoos usually
are at pH 5.5 because at slightly acidic pH the scales on a hair
follicle lay flat making the hair feel smooth and look shiny. Citric
acid is used to adjust the pH down to 5.5 (ish). It is a fairly weak
acid which makes the adjustment easier. it also has a small amount of
preservative action. Citric acid as opposed to any other acid will
prevent bacterial growth."
Finishing: Why Is Citric Acid in Shampoo and Conditioner?
http://www.finishing.com/66/95.html
"Citric Acid: Found widely in plants and in animal tissues. Adjusts pH
and acts as an antioxidant."
Avre Skin Care: Dermatology Dictionary
http://www.avro.co.za/misc/about_skincare/cosmetic_ingredients.html
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PEG 35 Castor Oil: This is a solvent, or "solubizer," which also
emulsifies.
"Commonly used solubilisers include PEG 35 castor oil, polysorbates
and PEG 40 glyceryl cocoate (sometimes just called glyceryl cocoate)."
Purist: Frequently Asked Questions
http://www.purist.com/faq.htm
"PEG-35 Castor Oil...solubizer and Emulsifier."
Wall Chemie: Technical Data Sheet. Walloxen RO 350
http://www.wall-chemie.de/produkte/Castor_oil_polyethylenglycolet/Walloxen_RO_350-e/walloxen_ro_350-e.htm
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Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate: A mild cleanser.
"Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate: Coconut derived. An exceptionally mild
cleaning agent."
Aussie International: Tea Tree Shampoo & Conditioner
http://www.aussieinternational.com/Literature/TeaTreeMain/Shampoo/shampoo.html
"Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate: Derived from coconut and used in
combination with Cocamide DEA and Cocamidopropyl Betain to produce an
excellent, high-sudsing, mild cleanser."
Celltech: Rivers of Light Hair and Skin Care Glossary of
Ingredientshttp://www.celltech.com/resources/rolglossary.asp
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Polysorbate 20: A nonionic surfactant and anti-irritant.
"Polysorbate 20: Nonionic surfactant - excellent w/o
emulsifier/solubilizer. For use in body mist, room spray, skin
cleansers."
The Herbarie: Surfactants and Blends
http://www.theherbarie.com/sufac.html#rosemary
"Polysorbate 20 has been used as an effective anti-irritant for
shampoos."
Surfactants.net: Uniqema Shampoos
http://surfactants.net/formulary/uniqema/pcm6.html
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Phytantriol: A moisturizer.
"Phytantriol is BASF's new active ingredient that is designed for use
in a wide variety of skin and hair care preparations. Phytantriol's
value has been demonstrated through its ability to increase moisture
retention."
BASF Corporation: Cosmetic Ingredients
http://www.basf.com/businesses/consumer/cosmeticingredients/html/pr980712.html
"Phytantriol is a long-branched triol. Its key benefits are as
follows: Substantive to hair, skin and nails. Enhances the deposition
of certain ingredients (amino acids, etc.) Moisturizes by reducing
water loss. Unique protection of hair against mechanical damage and
hot blowdrying. Helps prevent split-ends in hair"
Spray Technology: Supplier Showcase
http://www.spraytechnology.com/lit4.htm
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Sodium Chloride: This is the chemical name for table salt.
"Sodium chloride, or common table salt, is the most familiar of the
salt compounds."
Olympus Mic-D: Oblique Illumination Gallery, Sodium Chloride (Table
Salt) Grains
http://www.mic-d.com/gallery/oblique/sodiumchloride1.html
"Sodium Chloride is used as an inexpensive thickener, however it is
very drying and irritating to the scalp."
Cure Baldness: What is a Sensitive or Allergic Scalp?
http://www.curebaldness.com/segalssensitive.html
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Tetrasodium EDTA: Also known as Tetrasodium
Ethylenediaminetetraacetate and as Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid,
this is an antioxidant that is used as a preservative.
"A shampoo without preservatives would make a splendid breeding ground
for germs of every kind. These could make the product 'go bad' or
decompose, and they could present
a considerable risk to health. Adding preservatives prevents problems
like these. Some of the preservatives you may see named on shampoo
labels include sodium benzoate, parabens, DMDM hydantoin and
tetrasodium EDTA. In spite of their rather alarming names, these are
all safe, tested and approved ingredients."
Pantene: Hair Facts
http://www.pantene.com/haircare/hair_twh_118.htm
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Sodium PCA: This serves as a humectant (helps to retain moisture.)
"Sodium PCA is a natural humectant that is derived from L-glutamic
acid. It is an NMF constituent that exists abundantly in the skin.
Sodium PCA keeps skin and hair both young and healthy looking."
Amino Science Cosmetics & Toiletries: Humectant
http://www.ajinomoto.co.jp/ajinomoto/A-Life/e_aminoscience/cosmetics/humectant01.html
"Sodium PCA - this is the sodium salt of pyroglutamic acid and is
sometimes abbreviated NaPCA. It is derived from amino acids. Sodium
PCA exists naturally in the skin as part of its natural moisturizing
factor (NMF) so it is noncomedogenic, nonallergenic, and recommended
for all skin types, especially dry and sensitive skins. It is a high
performance humectant due to its moisture binding ability. It is
credited with remoisturizing the skin from the outside in."
Skin Blends: Hydrating Gel Moisturizer
http://www.skinblends.com/Products/Base%20Blends/Hydrators%20&%20Moisturizers/hydrating_gel_moisturizer.htm
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DMDM Hydantoin: This is an antimicrobial preservative.
"Also common are the formaldehyde*-releasing preservatives -- in
Japan, the use of some of these, such as DMDM hydantoin* and
imidazolidinyl urea*, is allowed only if the product carries a warning
label."
The Green Guide: Taking Personal Care
http://www.thegreenguide.com/doc.mhtml?i=94&s=personalcare
"Urea (Imidazolidinyl) & DMDM Hydantoin: These are just two of many
preservatives that release formaldehyde (called “formaldehyde
donors”). According to the Mayo Clinic, formaldehyde can irritate the
respiratory system, cause skin reactions and trigger heart
palpitations. Exposure to formaldehyde may cause joint pain,
allergies, depression, headaches, chest pains, ear infections, chronic
fatigue, dizziness, and loss of sleep. It can also aggravate coughs
and colds, and trigger asthma. Other possible side effects include
weakening the immune system and cancer."
Linda Chae: Urea (Imidazolidinyl) & DMDM Hydantoin
http://www.lindachae.com/urea_dmdm.htm
"Imidazolidinyl urea and DMDM hydantoin: These formaldehyde-forming
preservatives can cause joint pain, allergies, depression, headaches,
chest pain, chronic fatigue, dizziness, insomnia and asthma. Can also
weaken the immune system and can even cause cancer."
Equilibra: Potentially Dangerous Chemicals
http://www.equilibra.uk.com/dangerous.shtml
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Methyl Paraben: This is an antimicrobial preservative.
"Methyl Paraben & Propyl Paraben: A mild preservative system used by
many cosmetics for its effectiveness and mildness to the skin. This
helps preserve the shelf life of the product and control bacteria."
Unicure: "Unicure Hair & Skin Conditioner" Ingredients:
http://www.unicure.com/conditioner.htm
"Methyl Paraben is a fine, white methyl-compound (containing no
alcohol) which is extracted from blueberries (or may be artificially
synthesized) and acts as a bonding agent as well as an anti-fungal and
natural preservative. It is used widely in foods and pharmaceuticals
and is generally recognized as a safe food additive and preservative."
Nutrition Advisor: What are potassium sorbate and methyl paraben?
http://www.nutritionadvisor.com/webdoc10.html
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As I mentioned earlier, Sodium Laureth Sulfate and Sodium Lauryl
Sulfate (two of the main ingredients in Clairol Renewal 5x
Revitalizing Shampoo) have come under fire for possibly posing health
risks. More information may be found by reading the articles at these
sites:
Healthy Communications: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate and Sodium Laureth
Sulfate
http://www.healthy-communications.com/slsmostdangerousirritant.html
Aubrey Organics: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate in Shampoos: The Real Story
http://www.aubrey-organics.com/about/articles/shampoo.cfm
Anti-Aging Choices and Youthful Health: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
http://www.hghoralspray.com/harmful_ingredients/sodium_lauryl_sulfate.htm
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Here are the ingredients of Infusium 23 Shampoo, Moisturizing Formula
for Normal Hair:
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl
Betaine, Cocamide MEA, Panthenol, Fragrance, Glycerin,
Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Ricinoleamidopropyl
Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Polyquaternium-11, Citric Acid,
Methylcellulose, Dimethicone Copolyol, TEA-Lauryl Sulfate,
Amodimethicone, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-12, Sodium Chloride,
DMDM Hydantoin, Iodopropyl Butylcarbamate, Caramel, Guanine
Drugstore.com: Infusium 23 Shampoo, Moisturizing Formula for Normal
Hair
http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=14431&catid=28988&trx=SRCH-0-HV&trxp1=infusium+23+shampoo&trxp2=14431
These ingredients are present in both the Clairol product and the
Infusium product:
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl
Betaine, Fragrance, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, DMDM
Hydantoin
The Infusium shampoo contains these ingredients which are not present
in the Clairol shampoo:
Glycerin, Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate,
Ricinoleamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Polyquaternium-11,
Methylcellulose, Dimethicone Copolyol, TEA-Lauryl Sulfate,
Amodimethicone, Cetrimonium Chloride, Trideceth-12, Iodopropyl
Butylcarbamate, Caramel, Guanine
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Glycerine: Glycerine is a humectant, or moisturizer.
"Glycerine is produced naturally as a by-product of the saponification
process. Glycerine is a humectant, meaning it attracts moisture, even
out ot the air. That is why it is added to skin lotions, and
moisturizers."
Shawnee Farms: Information Page
http://shawneefarms.9f.com/informti.htm
"Glycerine is a natural humectant derived from vegetable fatty acids
that draws vital moisture to the skin."
Scented Boutique: FAQ
http://www.scentedboutique.com/thymesfaq.html
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Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate is an antistatic agent.
"Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate
Origin: A synthetic compound manufactured by the extensive chemical
modification of fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent"
Cosmetics Unmasked: Ingredients
http://www.gina.antczak.btinternet.co.uk/CU/II-K.HTM
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Ricinoleamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, also known as Lipoquat
R, is also an antistatic agent.
"RICINOLEAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE 1- propanaminium, N-
ethyl- N, N- dimethyl- 3- [(12- hydroxy- 1- oxo- 9-
octadecenyl)amino]- , ethyl sulfate (1:1) (salt) antistatic agents"
Pharmacos: Inventory of ingredients used in cosmetic products
http://pharmacos.eudra.org/F3/inci/inciari.htm
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Polyquaternium-11, also known as Luviquat PQ11, is a conditioner and
fixative (hair controller.)
"Luviquat® PQ11 PN (Polyquaternium-11) is the newest polymer from
BASF. This addition to the Luviquat product line is a preserved
version of Polyquaternium-11 containing Phenonip, a globally accepted
and used preservative system. Luviquat PQ11 PN can be used in many
different types of hair care formulas because of its excellent hair
conditioning and fixative properties."
BASF Corporation: Cosmetic Ingredients
http://www.basf.com/businesses/consumer/cosmeticingredients/html/pr980712.html
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Methylcellulose: A thickener and foam stabilizer.
"Methylcellulose - A white powder used as a product thickener, lather
enhancer, ease of application (glide), foam stabilizer, and ease in
blending applications."
Le Melange: Product Descriptions
http://www.lemelange.com/product_descriptions.htm
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Dimethicone Copolyol: A surfactant and emulsifier.
"Dimethicone copolyol esters are unique surfactants, created by the
esterification of dimethicone copolyols with a long chain fatty acid
or naturally occurring triglyceride. They are used in the formulation
of hair and skin care products for their emulsification properties as
well as for their beneficial contribution to skin feel and increased
gloss in the finished products."
Walsh & Associates, Inc: BF Goodrich Silicones for Personal Care and
Cosmetics
http://www.walsh-assoc.com/news5.htm
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TEA Lauryl Sulfate, also known as Triethanol Amine Lauryl Sulfate, is
a surfactant detergent.
"TEA Lauryl Sulfate - Mild Surfactant, commonly used cleansing agent."
Candle Supply: Bath Ingredient Dictionary
http://www.candlesupply.com/bathdictionary.html
"Examples of surfactants that you might find on the ingredient list of
your favorite shampoo are:
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate - very harsh
Ammonium Laureth Sulfate- harsh
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) - still rather harsh
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) - mild, great choice
TEA Lauryl Sulfate & TEA Laureth Sulfate- both are good choices"
Hair-Shampoo.com
http://www.hair-shampoo.com/
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Amodimethicone is a silicone hair conditioning agent. Cetrimonium
Chloride and Trideceth-12 prevent this substance from building up on
the hair.
"Silicones can also be prevented from building up on hair by combining
them to still other ingredients, for instance amodimethicone with
tricedeth-12 and with cetrimonium chloride."
Cache of Long Hair Community: Cones
http://216.239.57.100/search?q=cache:bUGnXDCYdQAC:www.angelfire.com/empire/long_hair_community/cone.html+Amodimethicone&hl=en&lr=lang_en&ie=UTF-8
"Amodimethicone(and) Trideceth-12(and)
CetrimoniumChlorideSM2658Durable conditioning. Damaged
hairconditioning. Improved wet and drycombing. Soft feel and reduction
infly-away. No excess build-up."
GE Silicones: Personal Care Formulary
www.gesilicones.com/.../business/industries/personalcare/
workshop/formularies/CP_Selector_Guide_AC.pdf
---------------------------------
Iodopropyl Butylcarbamate: An antimicrobial (fights bacteria and
fungus.)
"The CTFA Cosmetic Ingredient Handbook, Second Edition (1992)
describes a wide variety of cosmetic and pharmaceutical ingredients
commonly used in the skin care industry, which are suitable for use in
the compositions of the present invention. Examples of these
ingredient classes include... antimicrobial agents (e.g., iodopropyl
butylcarbamate)..."
http://appft1.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&p=1&u=/netahtml/PTO/search-bool.html&r=4&f=G&l=50&co1=AND&d=PG01&s1=antimicrobial&s2='Iodopropyl+Butylcarbamate'&OS=antimicrobial+AND+"Iodopropyl+Butylcarbamate"&RS=antimicrobial+AND+"Iodopropyl+Butylcarbamate"
---------------------------------
Caramel: A natural coloring agent which adds a golden color to the
product.
"Caramel: Coloring agent derived from liquid corn syrup."
Beauty by Nature: Glossary of Natural Ingredients
http://www.beautybynature.net/natural_ingredients.htm
---------------------------------
Guanine: A nitrogenous purine base which serves as a sunscreen to
protect the hair from ultraviolet rays.
"The Guanine component also gives protection against UVA and UVB."
http://shops.get-trolleyed.co.uk/~jbt/trolleyed/10/6/
---------------------------------
Regarding the comparison of Clairol Renewal 5x "revitalizing" Shampoo
and Infusium 23 Moisture Shampoo, you ask which would be more gentle
or moisturizing. Both these shampoos contain, as a major ingredient,
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, so it would be difficult to view either of them
as "gentle."
"Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is a harsh (caustic) detergent. Also
known as a surfactant, which breaks down the surface tension of water.
"It can actually damage the outer layer of the skin, the stratum
corneum, causing dryness, roughness, scaliness, fissuring, loss of
flexibility and reduction of the barrier functions of normal healthy
skin...Sodium lauryl sulfate, a surface active agent and a common
surfactant used in shampoos, was found to increase the absorption of
certain chemicals. Simply put, SLS in your shampoo could be
increasing the rate of skin absorption of other chemicals in your
shampoo and conditioner which may include preservatives, fragrances
and color additives."
http://www.hghoralspray.com/harmful_ingredients/sodium_lauryl_sulfate.htm
In the matter of moisturizing, the Clairol product lists seven
ingredients that have humectant and conditioning properties:
Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Retinyl
Palmitate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Phytantriol, and
Sodium PCA.
The Infusium product contains only three such ingredients: Panthenol,
Glycerin, and Amodimethicone.
The large number of antistatic fixatives in the Infusium product may
indicate that this shampoo is primarily aimed at hair control and
prevention of "fly-away hair" rather than moisturizing the hair and
scalp. If I were to choose between these two shampoos on the basis of
seeking a product that helps the hair retain moisture, I would choose
the Clairol Renewal 5x "Revitalizing" Shampoo, which contains more
moisturizing ingredients, and also contains several exfoliants to help
clear dead cells from the scalp. In addition, the Clairol product
contains Linoleic Acid, which may help prevent hair loss by inhibiting
the production of an enzyme related to dihydrotestosterone (DHT,) a
hormone connected to male pattern baldness.
Here are some useful sites which provide information about shampoo
ingredients:
Chemical & Engineering News: What's That Stuff?
http://pubs.acs.org/cen/whatstuff/print/8015sci3.html
Sprial Haircase: Ingredient Directory
http://www.spiralhaircase.com/ingredients.html
Naturally Curly: Common ingredients of shampoo
http://www.naturallycurly.com/ingredients.html
I hope you find this information helpful. My search strategy involved
Web searches with Google, FAST, Inktomi, and AllTheWeb search engines,
using search terms composed of all the separate ingredients of the
shampoos listed above.
Please do not hesitate to request clarification if anything needs
explanation, or if any of the links do not function. I'll be glad to
offer further assistance.
Best regards,
pinkfreud |
Clarification of Answer by
pinkfreud-ga
on
20 Jan 2003 18:59 PST
As requested, here is a comparison of Clairol Renewal 5x Shampoo,
Revitalizing for Color/Permed Hair and Infusium 23 Shampoo,
Moisturizing for Color/Permed Hair.
---------------------------------
These are the ingredients of Infusium 23 Shampoo, Moisturizing Formula
for Color/Permed Hair:
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl
Betaine, Ricinoleamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Panthenol,
Fragrance, Glycerin, Cocamide MEA, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium
Chloride, Glycol Distearate, Lauryl Glucoside, Amodimethicone,
Dimethicone Copolyol, Citric Acid, Polyquaternium-11, Tetrasodium
EDTA, Cetrimonium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Propylene Glycol,
Trideceth-12, Iodopropyl Butylcarbamate, DMDM Hydantoin
Drugstore.com: Infusium 23 Shampoo, Moisturizing for Color/Permed Hair
http://www.drugstore.com/products/prod.asp?pid=14432&catid=1002&brand=7787&trx=PLST-0-BRAND&trxp1=1002&trxp2=14432&trxp3=1&trxp4=0&btrx=BUY-PLST-0-BRAND&cmbProdBrandFilter=7787
These ingredients are present in both the Clairol product and the
Infusium product:
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl
Betaine, Panthenol, Fragrance, Cocamide MEA, Guar
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Glycol Distearate, Citric Acid,
Sodium Chloride.
The Infusium shampoo contains these ingredients which are not present
in the Clairol shampoo:
Glycerin, Ricinoleamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Dimethicone
Copolyol, Polyquaternium-11, Methylcellulose, Lauryl Glucoside,
TEA-Lauryl Sulfate, Amodimethicone, Dimethicone Copolyol, Cetrimonium
Chloride, Propylene Glycol, Trideceth-12, Iodopropyl Butylcarbamate
---------------------------------
Glycerine: Glycerine is a humectant, or moisturizer.
"Glycerine is produced naturally as a by-product of the saponification
process. Glycerine is a humectant, meaning it attracts moisture, even
out ot the air. That is why it is added to skin lotions, and
moisturizers."
Shawnee Farms: Information Page
http://shawneefarms.9f.com/informti.htm
"Glycerine is a natural humectant derived from vegetable fatty acids
that draws vital moisture to the skin."
Scented Boutique: FAQ
http://www.scentedboutique.com/thymesfaq.html
---------------------------------
Ricinoleamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate is an antistatic agent.
"Ricinoleamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate - antistatic agent"
Epinions: Aussie Mega Shampoo
http://www.epinions.com/content_77805751940
"RICINOLEAMIDOPROPYL ETHYLDIMONIUM ETHOSULFATE 1- propanaminium, N-
ethyl- N, N- dimethyl- 3- [(12- hydroxy- 1- oxo- 9-
octadecenyl)amino]- , ethyl sulfate (1:1) (salt) antistatic agents"
Pharmacos: Inventory of ingredients used in cosmetic products
http://pharmacos.eudra.org/F3/inci/inciari.htm
---------------------------------
Dimethicone Copolyol is a surfactant cleanser and emulsifier.
"Dimethicone copolyol esters are unique surfactants, created by the
esterification of dimethicone copolyols with a long chain fatty acid
or naturally occurring triglyceride. They are used in the formulation
of hair and skin care products for their emulsification properties as
well as for their beneficial contribution to skin feel and increased
gloss in the finished products."
Walsh & Associates, Inc: BF Goodrich Silicones for Personal Care and
Cosmetics
http://www.walsh-assoc.com/news5.htm
---------------------------------
Polyquaternium-11, also known as Luviquat PQ11, is a conditioner and
fixative (hair controller.)
"Luviquat® PQ11 PN (Polyquaternium-11) is the newest polymer from
BASF. This addition to the Luviquat product line is a preserved
version of Polyquaternium-11 containing Phenonip, a globally accepted
and used preservative system. Luviquat PQ11 PN can be used in many
different types of hair care formulas because of its excellent hair
conditioning and fixative properties."
BASF Corporation: Cosmetic Ingredients
http://www.basf.com/businesses/consumer/cosmeticingredients/html/pr980712.html
---------------------------------
Cetrimonium Chloride is an emulsifying conditioner.
"Cetrimonium chloride is derived from vegetable sources it is a
cationic surfactant and main conditioning agent."
The Essential Oil Company Ltd: Ingredients
http://www.eoco.org.uk/ingred.html
"Cetrimonium Chloride - conditioner, emulsifier"
www.arbonnconsultantonline.com/product_knowledge/ html/pdf/hair.pdf
---------------------------------
Propylene Glycol is a moisturizer.
"Propylene glycol: This is one of the most commonly used ingredients
in cosmetics. It is a moisture carrying vehicle. It is also an agent
which helps permeate the skin readily."
Total Skin Care: Propylene Glycol
http://www.totalskincare.com/library/totalskincare_p_propylene-glycol.html
---------------------------------
Methylcellulose is a thickener and foam stabilizer.
"Methylcellulose - A white powder used as a product thickener, lather
enhancer, ease of application (glide), foam stabilizer, and ease in
blending applications."
Le Melange: Product Descriptions
http://www.lemelange.com/product_descriptions.htm
---------------------------------
Trideceth-12 is a substance that, along with Cetrimonium Chloride,
helps prevent conditioner buildup.
"Amodimethicone(and) Trideceth-12(and)
CetrimoniumChlorideSM2658Durable conditioning. Damaged
hairconditioning. Improved wet and drycombing. Soft feel and reduction
infly-away. No excess build-up."
GE Silicones: Personal Care Formulary
www.gesilicones.com/.../business/industries/personalcare/
workshop/formularies/CP_Selector_Guide_AC.pdf
---------------------------------
Iodopropyl Butylcarbamate is an antimicrobial that fights bacteria and
fungus.
"The CTFA Cosmetic Ingredient Handbook, Second Edition (1992)
describes a wide variety of cosmetic and pharmaceutical ingredients
commonly used in the skin care industry, which are suitable for use in
the compositions of the present invention. Examples of these
ingredient classes include... antimicrobial agents (e.g., iodopropyl
butylcarbamate)..."
http://appft1.uspto.gov/netacgi/nph-Parser?Sect1=PTO2&Sect2=HITOFF&p=1&u=/netahtml/PTO/search-bool.html&r=4&f=G&l=50&co1=AND&d=PG01&s1=antimicrobial&s2='Iodopropyl+Butylcarbamate'&OS=antimicrobial+AND+"Iodopropyl+Butylcarbamate"&RS=antimicrobial+AND+"Iodopropyl+Butylcarbamate"
---------------------------------
Regarding the comparison of Clairol Renewal 5x "Revitalizing" Shampoo
and Infusium 23 Shampoo, Moisturizing for Color/Permed Hair, both
these shampoos contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, a surfactant which is
often described as "harsh."
"Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is a harsh (caustic) detergent. Also
known as a surfactant, which breaks down the surface tension of water.
"It can actually damage the outer layer of the skin, the stratum
corneum, causing dryness, roughness, scaliness, fissuring, loss of
flexibility and reduction of the barrier functions of normal healthy
skin...Sodium lauryl sulfate, a surface active agent and a common
surfactant used in shampoos, was found to increase the absorption of
certain chemicals. Simply put, SLS in your shampoo could be
increasing the rate of skin absorption of other chemicals in your
shampoo and conditioner which may include preservatives, fragrances
and color additives."
http://www.hghoralspray.com/harmful_ingredients/sodium_lauryl_sulfate.htm
In the matter of moisturizing, the Clairol product lists seven
ingredients that have humectant and conditioning properties:
Panthenol, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Hydrolyzed Elastin, Retinyl
Palmitate, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Phytantriol, and
Sodium PCA.
These five ingredients in the Infusium product function as
moisturizers or conditioners: Panthenol, Propylene Glycol,
Polyquaternium-11, Cetrimonium Chloride, Glycerin. It should be noted
that Polyquaternium-11, although it has conditioning properties, is
primarily a fixative (hair controller) and that Cetrimonium Chloride's
main function is as a buildup preventive. You may be interested to
learn that one of the conditioning agents used by Infusium is
Propylene Glycol, the active ingredient in automobile antifreeze.
Compared to the Clairol product, the Infusium product is heavy on the
antistatic fixatives (hair controllers,) and light on the moisturizing
conditioners. I believe that the Infusium shampoo is likely to be most
effective for purposes of hair control and prevention of "fly-away
hair" rather than moisturizing the hair and scalp. If I were to choose
between these two shampoos on the basis of seeking a product that
helps the hair retain moisture, I would choose the Clairol Renewal 5x
"Revitalizing" Shampoo, which contains more moisturizing ingredients,
and also contains several exfoliants to help clear dead cells from the
scalp. In addition, the Clairol product contains Linoleic Acid, which
may help prevent hair loss by inhibiting the production of an enzyme
related to dihydrotestosterone (DHT,) a hormone connected to male
pattern baldness.
I hope I've provided a good perspective for evaluating these two
products.
~pinkfreud
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