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Christian Louboutin Matte Nail Base Coat Ingredients Explained

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Published on March 07, 2023 Submitted by screamadelica

Overview

What it is

Nail care with 15 ingredients

Cool Features

It is fungal acne (malassezia) safe

Free From

It doesn't contain any common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates

Fun facts

Christian Louboutin is from France.

We independently verify ingredients and our claims are backed by peer-reviewed research. Does this product need an update? Let us know.

You should know

Here's our breakdown of the notable ingredients, benefits, and concerns we determined from the ingredients in this product. Click any item to learn more.

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema

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

Ingredients Overview

Here's our quick-to-read summary of the ingredients in this product. Keep scrolling if you'd like to learn more about what each ingredient does!
Ingredient
Features
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Perfuming, Solvent
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Masking, Solvent
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4
Astringent, Solvent
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Solvent
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Alcohol IconCan worsen Dry Skin IconMay worsen Oily Skin IconMay cause irritation IconMay worsen Eczema IconMay worsen Rosacea Icon
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Gel Forming
11
UV Absorber
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Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
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Silicon Icon
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Gel Forming
14
Masking, Solvent
15
Cosmetic Colorant

Ingredients Explained

This product contains 15 ingredients. Click on any ingredient to learn more about it
1
What it does: Perfuming, Solvent

Ethyl Acetate is a fragrance.

2
What it does: Masking, Solvent

We don't have a description for Butyl Acetate.

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What it does:

We don't have a description for Nitrocellulose.

4
What it does: Astringent, Solvent

SD Alcohol 40-B is created by denaturing ethanol with tert-Butyl alcohol and denatonium benzoate. It is a solvent and astringent.

The 'SD' stands for 'specially denatured'. Denatured alcohol means the structure has been altered.

The 40-B is given by the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms. This is in accordance to the method of how the alcohol was denatured.

This ingredient is a solvent alcohol.

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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

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

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What it does:

We don't have a description for Triphenyl Phosphate.

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

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Acrylates Copolymer is used as a film-forming agent and texture enhancer.

After applied, Acrylates Copolymer forms a thin film cover that helps skin feel more soft. It can help sunscreens become more water-resistant.

It is also used to make a product more thick.

Learn more about Acrylates Copolymer
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What it does: Gel Forming

We don't have a description for Stearalkonium Hectorite.

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What it does: UV Absorber
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Benzophenone-1 is not reef safe.

12
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.

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What it does: Gel Forming

We don't have a description for Stearalkonium Bentonite.

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What it does: Masking, Solvent

We don't have a description for Diacetone Alcohol.

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What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Disliked

Ci 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 77891
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When to use

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Directions

1. Apply 1 coat of base coat and then let it dry for 2 minutes.
2. Apply 2 coats of nail colour and then let it dry 2 minutes.
3. Apply one coat of matte top coat for a long-lasting and intense matte finish.

1. Apply 1 coat of base coat and then let it dry for 2 minutes.
2. Apply 2 coats of nail colour and then let it dry 2 minutes.
3. Apply one coat of matte top coat for a long-lasting and intense matte finish.

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