Toughen Up Base Coat

WHAT IT IS

A strengthening 3-free base coat for thin, weak nails.

WHAT IT DOES

Cross-links keratin in the natural nail.

WHY YOU NEED IT

·         Strengthens natural nails.

·         Improves nail Colour wearability.

·         Helps prevent surface staining of natural nails.

·         3-free formula does not contain Formaldehyde, Toluene or Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP).

FEATURED INGREDIENTS & BENEFITS

·         Dimethyl Urea (DMU):  Keratin cross-linker that increases nail strength. Safer alternative than formaldehyde, as it does not cause allergic reactions and will not excessively cross-link the keratin, which can lead to nail brittleness.

·         Polyvinyl Butyral, Nitrocellulose: Film formers used in nail treatments and Colour.

·         Tosylamide/Epoxy Resin: Provides a protective, flexible coating and promotes adhesion. This is the premier resin of choice for high-quality, professional nail Colour products.

·         Benzophenone-1:  UV light absorber that prevents discoloring or fading.

PRODUCT FEATURE

·         CND Toughen Up base coat is 3-free.

·         Regulatory agencies in some areas have begun to restrict or ban the use of Formaldehyde, Toluene and Dibutyl Phthalate in cosmetic products.