Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener versus ORLY Nail Defense .
Last updated on January 18, 2024. Published on February 12, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both 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
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener 14 ingredients
ORLY Nail Defense 23 ingredients
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Contains Silicon
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Contains Fragrance
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Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Not Cruelty Free
This product is not cruelty-free 😥
Contains Alcohol
Ingredients in this product that are types of alcohol:
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Contains Fragrance
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Contains Oils
Ingredients in this product that are types of oil:
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not reef safe:
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener 14 ingredients
ORLY Nail Defense 23 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener 14 ingredients
ORLY Nail Defense 23 ingredients
Butyl Acetate • Ethyl Acetate • Alcohol Denat. • Nitrocellulose • Isopropyl Alcohol • Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer • Triphenyl Phosphate • Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate • Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate • Etocrylene • Dimethicone • Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate • Diamond Powder • CI 60725
Ethyl 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 • Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract • Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract • Equisetum Hyemale Leaf/Stem Extract • Water • Dimethicone • Calcium Pantothenate • CI 60725
Ingredients Side-by-side
Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
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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.
We don't have a description for Butyl Acetate.
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener contains this as ingredient number 1.
ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 2.
Ethyl Acetate is a fragrance.
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener contains this as ingredient number 2.
ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 1.
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.Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener contains this as ingredient number 3.
ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 3.
We don't have a description for Nitrocellulose.
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener contains this as ingredient number 4.
ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 4.
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 AlcoholSally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener contains this as ingredient number 5.
ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 6.
We don't have a description for Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer.
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener contains this as ingredient number 6.
ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 5.
We don't have a description for Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate.
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener contains this as ingredient number 8.
ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 7.
We don't have a description for Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate.
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener contains this as ingredient number 9.
ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Etocrylene.
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener contains this as ingredient number 10.
ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 11.
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.
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener contains this as ingredient number 11.
ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 21.
We don't have a description for Ci 60725.
Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener contains this as ingredient number 14.
ORLY Nail Defense contains this as ingredient number 23.
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Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Hardener 14 ingredients
ORLY Nail Defense 23 ingredients
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