aveda Brilliant™ Damage Control
aveda Aveda Brilliant™ Damage Control lists 30 ingredients on its label, 30 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Aqua
- Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
- Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Polyquaternium-16
- Polyquaternium-10
- Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
- Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch
- Cocamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Glycine Soja Oil
- Oryzanol
- Tocopherol
- Panthenol
- PVP
- Maltodextrin
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Sodium Gluconate
- Fragrance
- Geraniol
- Linalool
- Benzyl Benzoate
- Citronellol
- Eugenol
- Hydroxycitronellal
- Limonene
- Amyl Cinnamal
- Farnesol
- Phenoxyethanol
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of formaldehyde releasersContains fragranceContains mineral oilContains PEGContains animal-derivedContains EU-26 allergensContains essential oils
Formulation view Silicone-free conditioner rich in botanicals and hydrolyzed proteins. Cationic polymers enhance smoothness. Factory note: High protein loads require concentration control to prevent sensitization. Formula focuses on soothing and nourishing damaged, dry, or naturally treated hair.E · AI inference · to be verified
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- FRAGRANCE
- Anthemis Nobilis Flower ExtractCalendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- ANTIMICROBIAL
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- HAIR CONDITIONING
- Polyquaternium-16
- ANTISTATIC
- Polyquaternium-10Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Other ingredients
Hydrolyzed Wheat StarchCocamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride PhosphatePEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor OilGlycine Soja OilOryzanolTocopherolPanthenolPVPMaltodextrinCaprylyl GlycolSodium GluconateFragranceGeraniolLinaloolBenzyl BenzoateCitronellolEugenolHydroxycitronellalLimoneneAmyl CinnamalFarnesolPhenoxyethanol
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · – | Green |
| Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 1 · – | Green |
| Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC, UV ABSORBER | 1 · – | Green |
| Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Polyquaternium-16 | HAIR CONDITIONING, ANTI-STATIC, FILM FORMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Polyquaternium-10 | ANTISTATIC, FILM FORMING | 0 · – | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 III/307 | 1 · – | Green |
| Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch | SKIN CONDITIONING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | — | Green |
| Cocamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING | 1 · – | Green |
| PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · – | Green |
| Glycine Soja Oil | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | — | Green |
| Oryzanol | ANTISTATIC, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Tocopherol | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS, SKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE | 0 · – | Green |
| Panthenol | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| PVP | ANTISTATIC, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 3 · 0 | Green |
| Maltodextrin | ABSORBENT, BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Caprylyl Glycol | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Sodium Gluconate | CHELATING, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Fragrance | 矫味剂,增香剂 | – · 0 | Yellow |
| Geraniol | TONIC, PERFUMING · 限制 III/78 | 3 · – | Yellow |
| Linalool | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/84 | 3 · – | Yellow |
| Benzyl Benzoate | 附录 III · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not be placed on the market | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Citronellol | PERFUMING · 限制 III/86 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Eugenol | DENATURANT, TONIC, PERFUMING · 限制 III/71 | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Hydroxycitronellal | 附录 III · 最高浓度 (b) 1,0 % · 限制 <empty>; as a constituent of other substances, or in mixtures, in concentrations equal to, or greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be placed on the market, or used, as substance or in mixtures in concentrations equal to ot greater than 0.1% by weight; Shall not be used as propellant in aerosols for any use. Aerosols dispenser containing the substance as propellant shall not be placed on the market | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 3 · – | Yellow |
| Amyl Cinnamal | PERFUMING · 限制 III/67 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Farnesol | DEODORANT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/82 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 3 · – | Yellow |
The comedogenic column only shows scores with a published source. A blank means "no public source", not "non-comedogenic".
Ingredients explained
Each note carries its evidence level: C comes from official inventories (NMPA names, CosIng functions, annex restrictions); E is AI inference nobody has checked yet — treat it as a candidate. How we grade evidence →
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is criticalE · AI inference · to be verified
- Anthemis Nobilis Flower Extract
- Chamomile extract used for soothing; check for potential sensitizing allergens.B · Third-party verified
- Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Calendula extract for soothing and repair; aqueous systems, monitor extract residues.B · Third-party verified
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.B · Third-party verified
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
- Natural humectant and soother with high water activity; requires preservative system, generally well-toleratedB · Third-party verified
- Polyquaternium-16
- Cationic polymer at 0.1–2%; improves hair smoothness and reduces static, often blended with other polyquats; high levels can feel greasyC · Official source
- Polyquaternium-10
- Cationic polymer for fabric or hair smoothness; generally low irritation but may conflict with other cationic activesB · Third-party verified
- Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
- Hydrolyzed protein for hair and skin conditioning; potential allergen, use low levels in sensitive productsB · Third-party verified
- Hydrolyzed Wheat Starch
- Hydrolyzed wheat starch for moisture and viscosity; gluten-derived, caution for gluten-sensitive or allergic populations.B · Third-party verified
- Cocamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
- Cationic conditioner reducing hair static, improves dry hair smoothness; compatibility limits with other cationicsE · AI inference · to be verified
- PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
- Solubilizer and emulsifier for oil-soluble ingredients; high concentrations may cause contact dermatitis in sensitive skin.B · Third-party verified
- Glycine Soja Oil
- Soybean oil emollient; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants; suitable for dry skinE · AI inference · to be verified
- Oryzanol
- Rice-bran antioxidant for skin conditioning and sebum balanceC · Official source
- Tocopherol
- Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from lightC · Official source
- Panthenol
- Panthenol (vitamin B5) at 1–5%; moisturizing and reparative, supports barrier recoveryC · Official source
- PVP
- Polyvinylpyrrolidone for film forming and thickening; used in styling and adhesion, occasional eye irritation reported.B · Third-party verified
- Maltodextrin
- High-MW multifunctional excipient for thickening, binding, and emulsion stability; inert, non-penetrating conditioning.B · Third-party verified
- Caprylyl Glycol
- Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediolC · Official source
- Sodium Gluconate
- Mild chelator, aids skin conditioning; typically used at low levels as auxiliaryB · Third-party verified
- Fragrance
- Fragrance; concentration must control allergen risk, label specific componentsC · Official source
- Geraniol
- Geraniol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.C · Official source
- Linalool
- Natural fragrance component at ≤0.05%; one of EU 26 allergens, caution for sensitive skinC · Official source
- Benzyl Benzoate
- Chelating agent for stability; restricted substance, not permitted as single component or in mixtures at ≥0.1%.B · Third-party verified
- Citronellol
- Citronellol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.C · Official source
- Eugenol
- Potent natural fragrance, EU restriction III/71; listed allergen, max 5%, caution for sensitive skinC · Official source
- Hydroxycitronellal
- Hydroxycitronellal, sensitizing fragrance, EU limit <0.1%; avoid use as aerosol propellant.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostabilityC · Official source
- Amyl Cinnamal
- Fragrance ingredient restricted in the EU; usage limits apply to minimize allergic contact dermatitis risk.B · Third-party verified
- Farnesol
- Farnesol, a fixative and deodorant; listed as a EU 26 allergen, requires labeling, potential sensitizer.E · AI inference · to be verified
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerinC · Official source
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-18. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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