OPI Infinite Shine Gel-Like Lacquer - Strawberry Margarita Versus Dior Base Vernis
Updated on April 17, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe nail care. They have a total of 11 ingredients in common
Free From
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain harsh alcohols, fragrances and silicones
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Ingredient Info
OPI Infinite Shine Gel-Like Lacquer 15 ingredients
Dior Base Vernis 21 ingredients
What's inside
What's inside
At a glance
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OPI Infinite Shine Gel-Like Lacquer 15 ingredients
Dior Base Vernis 21 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Ethyl Acetate
Perfuming
Butyl Acetate
MaskingNitrocellulose
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
Masking
Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Acrylates/Hydroxyesters Acrylates Copolymer
Stearalkonium Hectorite
Gel FormingSucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer
Methicone
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Dimethicone
Emollient
CI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantEthyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Acrylates/Hydroxyesters Acrylates Copolymer, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Methicone, Citric Acid, Dimethicone, CI 77891, CI 15850
Ethyl Acetate
Perfuming
Butyl Acetate
MaskingNitrocellulose
Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
Masking
Stearalkonium Bentonite
Gel FormingCaprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Masking
Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil
Masking
Dimethyl Oxobenzo Dioxasilane
Skin ConditioningPistacia Lentiscus Gum
MaskingPrunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
Skin Conditioning
Acrylates Copolymer
Adipic Acid/Fumaric Acid/Tricyclodecane Dimethanol Copolymer
Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
Methicone
Emollient
Citric Acid
Buffering
Paeonia Officinalis Flower Extract
TonicCI 77891
Cosmetic ColorantCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantCI 15850
Cosmetic ColorantEthyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer, Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil, Dimethyl Oxobenzo Dioxasilane, Pistacia Lentiscus Gum, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Acrylates Copolymer, Adipic Acid/Fumaric Acid/Tricyclodecane Dimethanol Copolymer, Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate, Methicone, Citric Acid, Paeonia Officinalis Flower Extract, CI 77891, CI 19140, CI 15850
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.
We don't have a description for Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer yet.
We don't have a description for Butyl Acetate yet.
Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850Ci 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 77891Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidEthyl 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 AlcoholMethicone is a type of silicone and is a simpler form of dimethicone.
Silicones are used to enhance the texture of products and have emollient properties. Methicone is used to give products a silky texture and improves spreadability.
We don't have a description for Nitrocellulose yet.
We don't have a description for Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate yet.
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