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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of ORLY Nail Defense versus Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer .

Published on August 08, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free nail care. They have a total of 12 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin and sensitive 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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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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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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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Benefits

Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Brightening

Concerns

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

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (3)

Benefits

Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation (2)
Brightening

Concerns

Drying (2)
May Worsen Oily Skin (2)
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (5)
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Ingredients Compared

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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.

ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 1.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 2.

2
What it does: Masking, Solvent

We don't have a description for Butyl Acetate.

ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 2.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 1.

3
What it does: Antimicrobial, Astringent, Masking, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Alcohol Denat. is an alcohol with a denaturant property. It is created by mixing ethanol and other additives. It has a low molecular weight and will evaporate quickly. This helps other ingredients become better absorbed and dry once applied.

Alcohol Denat. is volatile and may cause irritation. It helps draw out natural oils in skin and dry out your skin.

One study from 2005 found adding emollients to propanol-based sanitizer decreased irritation.

Alcohol is antibacterial by nature. This can help preserve products and increase their shelf life.

Other types of astringent alcohols include:

Learn more about Alcohol Denat.

ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 3.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 31.

4
What it does:

We don't have a description for Nitrocellulose.

ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 4.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 3.

We don't have a description for Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer.

ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 5.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 4.

6
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.

Learn more about Isopropyl Alcohol

ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 6.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 6.

7
What it does: Masking, Perfuming

Acetyl Tributyl Citrate is a fragrance.

ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 8.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 5.

8
What it does: UV Absorber

We don't have a description for Etocrylene.

ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 11.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 20.

9
What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

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.

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ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 15.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 28.

10
What it does: Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract comes from the Chamomile flower.

Chamomile is rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory properties. Several compounds found in chamomile help with soothing, such as bisbolol.

Antioxidant components in chamomile make it an effective ingredient to help slow the signs of aging. Antioxidants help fight free-radical molecules, or molecules that may damage your skin.

Essential oils from chamomile have been found to improve wound healing due to its antimicrobial properties.

Ancient Greeks and Egyptians used Chamomile to treat skin redness and dryness. Chamomile has also been used to help treat stomach issues.

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ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 18.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 13.

11
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 20.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 16.

12

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 Pantothenate

ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 22.

Londontown KUR Illuminating Nail Concealer contains this as ingredient number 17.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

13% are loved or liked
0% have mixed ratings
26% are disliked or very disliked
61% have no rating yet
14% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
31% are disliked or very disliked
47% have no rating yet

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