Nails Inc. Back To Life Strengthening Nail Treatment Versus Hermès Les Mains Hermès Enamel Base Coat
Updated on January 23, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both nail care. They have a total of 16 ingredients in common
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
Nails Inc. Back To Life Strengthening Nail Treatment 30 ingredients
Hermès Les Mains Hermès Enamel Base Coat 28 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Nails Inc. Back To Life Strengthening Nail Treatment 30 ingredients
Hermès Les Mains Hermès Enamel Base Coat 28 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Butyl Acetate
MaskingEthyl Acetate
Perfuming
Nitrocellulose
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
Masking
Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Acrylates Copolymer
Stearalkonium Bentonite
Gel FormingHydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Emollient
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Benzophenone-1
UV Absorber
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Emollient
Hexanal
MaskingPropanediol
Solvent
Water
Skin ConditioningLauraldehyde
MaskingPassiflora Incarnata Seed Oil
Skin Protecting
Salicornia Herbacea Extract
Skin ConditioningCI 77491
Cosmetic ColorantMyrothamnus Flabellifolia Extract
HumectantAcetyl Methionine
Skin Conditioning
Acetyl Cysteine
Antioxidant
Polyurethane-67
Methoxyisopropyl Acetate
SolventCitric Acid
Buffering
Butyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Isopropyl Alcohol, Acrylates Copolymer, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Benzophenone-1, CI 77891, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Hexanal, Propanediol, Water, Lauraldehyde, Passiflora Incarnata Seed Oil, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, CI 77491, Myrothamnus Flabellifolia Extract, Acetyl Methionine, Acetyl Cysteine, Polyurethane-67, Methoxyisopropyl Acetate, Citric Acid
Butyl Acetate
MaskingEthyl Acetate
Perfuming
Nitrocellulose
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
Masking
Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer
Alcohol
Antimicrobial
Stearalkonium Bentonite
Gel FormingAcrylates Copolymer
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Emollient
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Etocrylene
UV AbsorberDiacetone Alcohol
MaskingIsopropyl Myristate
Emollient
Trimethylpentanediyl Dibenzoate
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Masking
Persea Gratissima Oil
Skin Conditioning
Pistacia Lentiscus Gum
MaskingPrunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil
Emollient
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Phosphoric Acid
BufferingSorbic Acid
Preservative
Polyvinyl Butyral
Acetyl Methionine
Skin Conditioning
CI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 60725
Cosmetic ColorantCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantButyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Alcohol, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Acrylates Copolymer, Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Isopropyl Alcohol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Etocrylene, Diacetone Alcohol, Isopropyl Myristate, Trimethylpentanediyl Dibenzoate, Cocos Nucifera Oil, Persea Gratissima Oil, Pistacia Lentiscus Gum, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Phosphoric Acid, Sorbic Acid, Polyvinyl Butyral, Acetyl Methionine, CI 19140, CI 60725, 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 Methionine is an amino acid made partly with methionine. It is an antioxidant and humectant.
Acetyl Methionine helps the skin stay hydrated, helping the skin look more youthful. Its antioxidant properties protect skin against free-radical damage.
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.
We don't have a description for Butyl Acetate yet.
This ingredient is an emollient, solvent, and texture enhancer. It is considered a skin-softener by helping the skin prevent moisture loss.
It helps thicken a product's formula and makes it easier to spread by dissolving clumping compounds.
Caprylic Triglyceride is made by combining glycerin with coconut oil, forming a clear liquid.
While there is an assumption Caprylic Triglyceride can clog pores due to it being derived from coconut oil, there is no research supporting this.
Learn more about Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideCi 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 77891Cocos Nucifera Oil is obtained from the kernels of the coconut fruit. In other words, this is coconut oil.
Coconut Oil is rich in fatty acids with lauric acid making up the majority of these. It also contains linoleic acid. Due to this high fatty acid content, coconut oil helps trap moisture and soften skin.
Despite being antibacterial, coconut oil may not be great for acne-prone skin. It is comedogenic and may clog pores. This ingredient may not be safe for malassezia or fungal acne.
Note: Coconut Oil should not replace your sunscreen for UV protection. Studies show it only blocks about 20% of UV.
This oil is non-volatile and has a light scent.
The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.
Learn more about Cocos Nucifera OilEthyl Acetate is a fragrance.
Hydrogenated Castor Oil/Sebacic Acid Copolymer is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.
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 AlcoholWe don't have a description for Nitrocellulose yet.
Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil is an oil and isn't fungal acne safe.
Persea Gratissima Oil is also known as avocado oil.
Avocado Oil has antioxidant properties. It is mostly made up of the glycerides of fatty acids. About 67% of these fatty acids is made up of oleic acid. Palmitic acid and linoleic acid are also present.
These fatty acids help hydrate and soften the skin. It may increase collagen content in the skin. Collagen helps keep your skin plump and firm. This ingredient helps reduce inflammation and has not shown to clog pores.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe due to its high fatty acid content.
Avocados also have B vitamins, vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin E, and potassium.
Learn more about Persea Gratissima OilThis ingredient is the oil from the apricot.
Apricot Kernel Oil is an emollient and helps soften skin. This is due to its fatty acid components. Some of these fatty acids include linoleic and oleic acid.
This ngredient also has antioxidant properties from Vitamins A, C, and E. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells. Besides being antioxidants, these vitamins provide plenty of skin benefits as well.
Learn more about Prunus Armeniaca Kernel OilWe don't have a description for Stearalkonium Bentonite yet.
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