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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of OPI Natural Nail Strengthener versus OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original .

Published on May 11, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe nail care. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common

Free From

They both do not contain any oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances and silicones

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Nail Care American Brand United States
Nail Care American Brand United States

Nail Care

A lacquer used on fingernails or toenails.

Nail Care

A lacquer used on fingernails or toenails.

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Starts at $10.47

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Perfuming, Solvent

Ethyl Acetate is a fragrance.

OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 1.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Masking, Solvent

We don't have a description for Butyl Acetate.

OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 2.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does:

We don't have a description for Nitrocellulose.

OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 4.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 3.

4
What it does: Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

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.

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OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 5.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 6.

We don't have a description for Tosylamide/Formaldehyde Resin.

OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 6.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 5.

6
What it does:

We don't have a description for Triphenyl Phosphate.

OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 7.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 7.

We don't have a description for Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate.

OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 8.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 8.

8
What it does: Perfuming, Solvent

N-Butyl Alcohol is a fragrance.

OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 9.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 9.

9
What it does: Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Camphor is a waxy solid with a strong scent. It is made using turpentine oil.

Camphor is used for medicinal purposes due to its cooling effect. In medicine, camphor is a common anti-inflammation ingredient.

It possesses antibacterial and antifungal properties.

One study found camphor to be a potential anti-wrinkle ingredient. This might be due to its ability to increase elastin and collagen production. Collagen and elastin are responsible for plump and youthful looking skin.

It is best to use cosmetics with a small amount of camphor under 11%. Using topical camphor may induce irritation and redness.

In the past, camphor was traditionally made by distilling the wood of the camphor tree.

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OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 10.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 12.

10
What it does: UV Absorber
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Benzophenone-1 is not reef safe.

OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 11.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 15.

11
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 12.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 18.

12
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant

We don't have a description for Ci 60725.

OPI Natural Nail Strengthener contains this as ingredient number 13.

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener - Original contains this as ingredient number 20.

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