No 5 Olaplex Bond Maintenance Conditioner vs Shea Moisture Curl Shine Conditioner Coconut Hibiscus: which is safer?
These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.
Olaplex
No 5 Olaplex Bond Maintenance Conditioner
PFAS grade
C 75/100
Overall grade
D 67/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
aqueous conditioner with silicones and bonding polymers
Confidence
72%
PossibleFragrance/fragrance allergens
PossibleSilicone bioaccumulation on scalp
SheaMoisture
Shea Moisture Curl Shine Conditioner Coconut Hibiscus
PFAS grade
C 75/100
Overall grade
D 67/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
water-based conditioner; coconut oil, shea butter, hibiscus extract
Confidence
82%
PossibleFragrance allergens and sensitizers
PossibleContact dermatitis from plant extracts
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