orly Nailtrition
orly ORLY Nailtrition lists 19 ingredients on its label, 18 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Ethyl Acetate
- Butyl Acetate
- Nitrocellulose
- Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer
- Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
- Isopropyl Alcohol
- Stearalkonium Hectorite
- Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
- Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
- Mica
- Phyllostachys Bambusoides Rhizome Extract
- Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
- Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil*
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Ascorbic Acid
- Glycerin
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Ci 77891
- Ci 15850
Highlights
Free of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of essential oilsFree of formaldehyde releasersContains alcoholContains fragrance
Formulation view Built on a volatile nitrocellulose and acetate solvent base, this formula uses copolymers for durability. It incorporates bamboo, chlorella, and hemp seed oil to nourish the nail matrix. MICA provides a pearly finish. Formulator's note: integrating multiple botanicals into a strong solvent system requires careful attention to dispersibility and stability against rapid evaporation.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Ethyl Acetate
- FRAGRANCE
- Butyl AcetateAcetyl Tributyl Citrate
- FILM FORMING
- NitrocelluloseAdipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride CopolymerSucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
- ANTIFOAMING
- Isopropyl Alcohol
- GEL FORMING
- Stearalkonium Hectorite
Other ingredients
Pentaerythrityl TetraisostearateMicaPhyllostachys Bambusoides Rhizome ExtractChlorella Vulgaris ExtractCannabis Sativa Seed Oil*Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractAscorbic AcidGlycerinWater/Aqua/EauCi 77891Ci 15850
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethyl Acetate | SOLVENT, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Butyl Acetate | FRAGRANCE, SOLVENT | 1 · – | Green |
| Nitrocellulose | FILM FORMING, DISPERSING NON-SURFACTANT | 0 · – | Green |
| Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer | FILM FORMING | — | Green |
| Acetyl Tributyl Citrate | FRAGRANCE, PLASTICISER, PERFUMING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Isopropyl Alcohol | ANTIFOAMING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING | 3 · 0 | Green |
| Stearalkonium Hectorite | GEL FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | — | Green |
| Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate | FILM FORMING, PLASTICISER | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 1 | Green |
| Mica | ANTICAKING, BULKING, COLORANT, OPACIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phyllostachys Bambusoides Rhizome Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Chlorella Vulgaris Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil* | 乳化油剂，皮肤调理剂，香味剂 | 0 · 1 | Red |
| Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract | ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC, UV ABSORBER | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Ascorbic Acid | ANTIOXIDANT, BUFFERING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Water/Aqua/Eau | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Ci 77891 | COLORANT · 限制 IV/143 | 0 · – | Green |
| Ci 15850 | COLORANT, HAIR DYEING · 限制 IV/27 (CI 15850) III/296 (Pigment Red 57) | — | Green |
Ingredients explained
- Ethyl Acetate
- Organic solvent/fragrance carrier, fast evaporation; ventilation needed during production
- Butyl Acetate
- Volatile solvent and fragrance; has distinct odor, used as diluent, high levels can irritate nasal passages.
- Nitrocellulose
- Film former for nail/gel products; insoluble in water, requires organic solvents, flammable.
- Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol/Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymer
- Polyol acid anhydride copolymer film former; adjust load for durability and feel.
- Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
- Acetylated citrate ester; plasticizer and fragrance carrier
- Isopropyl Alcohol
- Alcohol solvent at 1–10%; fast-evaporating, high levels may cause dryness/irritation
- Stearalkonium Hectorite
- Inorganic clay gellant with silky feel; must disperse well, high local dose can irritate.
- Sucrose Acetate Isobutyrate
- Sucrose acetate isobutyrate film former and plasticizer; provides gloss and protection, low sensitization.
- Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
- Mild emulsifier and emollient with cleansing function; suitable for baby and sensitive skin, low irritancy.
- Mica
- Mineral colorant for pearlescence; heavy metal screening required
- Phyllostachys Bambusoides Rhizome Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
- Algae extract for skin conditioning and antioxidant; typically 1-5%, monitor stability
- Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil*
- Hemp seed oil for skin conditioning and emollient properties; neutral odor and low allergen risk.
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Green tea extract for antioxidant/astringent; contains caffeine, possible irritation in sensitive skin.
- Ascorbic Acid
- Vitamin C, potent antioxidant requiring acidic environment for stability; oxidizes and discolors easily, needs light and air protection, concentration 1-10%, pure L-ascorbic acid is more irritating.
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Primary aqueous solvent and carrier; no specific incompatibilities, focus on microbial stability.
- Ci 77891
- Titanium dioxide inorganic pigment and UV filter; assess inhalation risk for nano-forms and EU restrictions
- Ci 15850
- Synthetic dye, red 57; restricted to hair dyeing in EU, not for topical cosmetics.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-20. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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