Camaleon Cosmetics Base Coat Nail Lacquer Versus Chanel La Base Protective and Smoothing Nail Treatment
Updated on January 23, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both nail care. They have a total of 15 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens, silicones or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and oils
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Ingredient Info
Camaleon Cosmetics Base Coat Nail Lacquer 20 ingredients
Chanel La Base Protective and Smoothing Nail Treatment 24 ingredients
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Camaleon Cosmetics Base Coat Nail Lacquer 20 ingredients
Chanel La Base Protective and Smoothing Nail Treatment 24 ingredients
Key Ingredients
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Butyl Acetate
MaskingEthyl Acetate
Perfuming
Nitrocellulose
Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Acrylates Copolymer
Silica
Abrasive
Stearalkonium Bentonite
Gel FormingStyrene/Acrylates Copolymer
N-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzophenone-1
UV Absorber
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Trimethylpentanediyl Dibenzoate
Polyvinyl Butyral
Benzophenone-3
UV Absorber
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantButyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Acrylates Copolymer, Silica, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, N-Butyl Alcohol, Benzophenone-1, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Trimethylpentanediyl Dibenzoate, Polyvinyl Butyral, Benzophenone-3, Stearalkonium Hectorite, CI 77491, CI 77891
Butyl Acetate
MaskingEthyl Acetate
Perfuming
Nitrocellulose
Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Stearalkonium Bentonite
Gel FormingArgania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Emollient
Acrylates Copolymer
Silica
Abrasive
N-Butyl Alcohol
Perfuming
Benzophenone-1
UV Absorber
Diacetone Alcohol
MaskingHexanal
MaskingTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Trimethylpentanediyl Dibenzoate
Algae Extract
Emollient
Mannitol
Humectant
Phosphoric Acid
BufferingSolum Diatomeae
Abrasive
Zinc Sulfate
AntimicrobialCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantButyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Acrylates Copolymer, Silica, N-Butyl Alcohol, Benzophenone-1, Diacetone Alcohol, Hexanal, Tocopheryl Acetate, Trimethylpentanediyl Dibenzoate, Algae Extract, Mannitol, Phosphoric Acid, Solum Diatomeae, Zinc Sulfate, CI 19140, CI 77491, CI 77891
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate is a fragrance.
Acrylates Copolymer is used as a film-forming agent and texture enhancer.
After applied, Acrylates Copolymer forms a thin film cover that helps skin feel more soft. It can help sunscreens become more water-resistant.
It is also used to make a product more thick.
Learn more about Acrylates CopolymerWe don't have a description for Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer yet.
Benzophenone-1 absorbs UV.
We don't have a description for Butyl Acetate yet.
Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77491 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77491Ci 77891 is a white pigment from Titanium dioxide. It is naturally found in minerals such as rutile and ilmenite.
It's main function is to add a white color to cosmetics. It can also be mixed with other colors to create different shades.
Ci 77891 is commonly found in sunscreens due to its ability to block UV rays.
Learn more about CI 77891Ethyl Acetate is a fragrance.
Isopropyl Alcohol is more commonly known as rubbing alcohol. It is most commonly used as a solvent, meaning it helps other ingredients dissolve.
This ingredient is an astringent alcohol. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin as they high amounts may strip away your skin's natural oils.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Isopropyl AlcoholN-Butyl Alcohol is a fragrance.
We don't have a description for Nitrocellulose yet.
Silica is a mineral naturally found in our skin. It helps to thicken and smooth the texture of a product. It also acts as an agent for other ingredients by increasing the absorption of other ingredients into the skin.
Silica is often used for absorption and can help reduce shine when products are applied. Silica occurs in naturally in materials like clay and sandstone, and it can also be produced synthetically.
Silica is present naturally within the skin during collagen production and when reducing inflammation.
Learn more about SilicaWe don't have a description for Stearalkonium Bentonite yet.
Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.
One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.
Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.
Learn more about Tocopheryl AcetateWe don't have a description for Trimethylpentanediyl Dibenzoate yet.
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