Nailtiques Nail Protein Formula 2 Versus ORLY Nail Defense
Updated on January 23, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free nail care. They have a total of 11 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 or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances, oils and silicones
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Ingredient Info
Nailtiques Nail Protein Formula 2 17 ingredients
ORLY Nail Defense 23 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Nailtiques Nail Protein Formula 2 17 ingredients
ORLY Nail Defense 23 ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethyl Acetate
Perfuming
Butyl Acetate
MaskingNitrocellulose
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Tosylamide/Formaldehyde Resin
Acrylates Copolymer
Epoxidized Soybean Oil
Emollient
Benzophenone-1
UV Absorber
Calcium Pantothenate
Dimethicone
Emollient
Etocrylene
UV AbsorberGelatin
Hydrolyzed Corn Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Soy Protein
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningCI 60730
Cosmetic ColorantEthyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tosylamide/Formaldehyde Resin, Acrylates Copolymer, Epoxidized Soybean Oil, Benzophenone-1, Calcium Pantothenate, Dimethicone, Etocrylene, Gelatin, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, CI 60730
Ethyl Acetate
Perfuming
Butyl Acetate
MaskingAlcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Nitrocellulose
Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
Masking
Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
Benzophenone-1
UV Absorber
Etocrylene
UV AbsorberEpoxidized Soybean Oil
Emollient
Polyvinyl Butyral
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Skin ConditioningTocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
Masking
Melilotus Officinalis Extract
AstringentChamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
Masking
Equisetum Hyemale Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningDimethicone
Emollient
Calcium Pantothenate
CI 60725
Cosmetic ColorantEthyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Alcohol Denat., Nitrocellulose, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Isopropyl Alcohol, Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Benzophenone-1, Etocrylene, Epoxidized Soybean Oil, Polyvinyl Butyral, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Tocopheryl Acetate, Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil, Melilotus Officinalis Extract, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Equisetum Hyemale Leaf/Stem Extract, Water, Dimethicone, Calcium Pantothenate, CI 60725
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.
Benzophenone-1 absorbs UV.
We don't have a description for Butyl Acetate yet.
Calcium Pantothenate is calcium salt from Vitamin B5. It can be naturally found in plants and animals.
Calcium Pantothenate is a potent antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Antioxidants help stabilize free-radicals by donating extra electrons. This may help reduce the signs of aging.
Our bodies use Calcium Pantothenate for various metabolic functinos. These functions include metabolizing carbohydrates, proteins, and fatty acids.
Learn more about Calcium PantothenateDimethicone is a type of synthetic silicone created from natural materials such as quartz.
What it does:
Dimethicone comes in different viscosities:
Depending on the viscosity, dimethicone has different properties.
Ingredients lists don't always show which type is used, so we recommend reaching out to the brand if you have questions about the viscosity.
This ingredient is unlikely to cause irritation because it does not get absorbed into skin. However, people with silicone allergies should be careful about using this ingredient.
Note: Dimethicone may contribute to pilling. This is because it is not oil or water soluble, so pilling may occur when layered with products. When mixed with heavy oils in a formula, the outcome is also quite greasy.
Learn more about DimethiconeEpoxidized Soybean Oil is an oil. It can be bad for acne prone skin.
Ethyl Acetate is a fragrance.
We don't have a description for Etocrylene yet.
We don't have a description for Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein yet.
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.
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