What's wrong with titanium dioxide?

Titanium dioxide, or TiO₂, is still permitted as a cosmetic ingredient in its microparticle form, with particles larger than nanoparticles. Titanium dioxide has been banned from food products due to concerns about its potential carcinogenic effects. Given that women may ingest lipstick over the course of their lifetime, we have chosen to remove titanium dioxide from all our formulas as part of our commitment to product safety.

What does ECOCERT Organic certification offer me?

ECOCERT certification is currently the most stringent international cosmetics certification, going far beyond the exclusion lists established by brands or retailers themselves. It ensures full product traceability and restricts the use of numerous ingredients that may be harmful to your health or the environment.It guarantees that manufacturers' formulas are natural or organic and that their eco-friendly packaging is fully recyclable. ECOCERT certification is renewed annually following an internal audit.

What are the benefits of your products?

All our products are formulated with oils, butters, waxes and other ingredients sourced from organic farming, naturally rich in beneficial compounds. They help hydrate and protect your skin every day. We also incorporate other natural active ingredients, such as hyaluronic acid, which helps restore volume and firmness, and probiotics, which help maintain the skin’s natural balance.

Are your nail polishes natural, and do they last?

Our nail polishes are 14-free and formulated with a base containing over 81% bio-based ingredients, including potato and cassava starch. Their colors are enhanced with natural pigments derived from red and brown algae. They deliver excellent wear and color intensity, comparable to conventional nail polishes.To protect your manicure, we recommend applying our nail lacquer as both a base coat and a top coat. It helps hydrate and nourish the nails. When used as a top coat, it extends the wear of your nail polish while making removal easier.

980. Catenella
Nail polish. Bright red

Name: 980. Catenella
Brand: Le Rouge Français
SKU: NAILPOL980
Price: 28.00 EUR
Availability: OutOfStock

Brilliant

Long-wearing

14-free

This shock-resistant nail polish respects your nails. Its color comes from the powerful pigment of plastids contained in red algae.

Pigment technology : vegetable dye without petrochemical colorants.

Texture : Glossy lacquer

High tolerance : Titanium dioxide-free, synthetic fragrance-free.

Certified beauty : up to 100% naturally derived ingredients. Vegan

This product is certified: Made in France. Vegan. Excellent on Yuka

Red algae. Lithothamnion calcareum

They contain a powerful pigment in their plastids. It was in the Bronze Age that the peoples of the sea learned to master its coloring power. The discovery of amphorae and earthenware dishes found in the famous Uluburun shipwreck in Turkey attests to its use in decoration. On the island of Okinawa, centenarians consider seaweed a medicinal food due to its richness in iodine and fiber. A precious marine source, red algae offers deep pink hues. Rich in minerals and polysaccharides, it contributes to skin hydration and protection.

Pantone: Reddish pink to burgundy
Propriétés: Film-forming, Rich in trace elements, Antioxidant
Origine: Asia

Each formula is enriched with plant-based active ingredients, carefully selected for their proven efficacy and high performance. True to Le Rouge Français' botanical expertise, our ingredients are responsibly sourced in their most natural form, with no petrochemical derivatives or plastic-based ingredients.

FRUIT ACIDS (AHAs)

Promote cell renewal and help strengthen nails.

Mannitol

A moisturizing and protective active ingredient that helps strengthen nails while maintaining comfort and flexibility.

Application

A thin and rounded brush for a precise result and effortless application.
1. Apply a thin and even layer of SEBDENIA base & top coat #944.
2. After drying, apply a first thin coat of colored polish, let dry, then repeat the application.
3. Finish by applying a thin layer of SEBDENIA base & top coat #944.

Composition

BUTYL ACETATE, ETHYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, ALCOHOL, STEARALKONIUM BENTONITE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, CI 12085 (RED 36), CI 15850 (RED 7 LAKE), DIACETONE ALCOHOL, LITHOTHAMNION CALCAREUM EXTRACT, MANNITOL, PHOSPHORIC ACID, DIATOMACEOUS EARTH, GLYCOLIC ACID, MALIC ACID, LACTIC ACID, ZINC SULFATE, N-BUTYL ALCOHOL, AQUA (WATER), CI 19140 (YELLOW 5 LAKE), SORBIC ACID

69.5% of the total ingredients are of natural origin.

The product composition may vary. Please refer to the list on the packaging.
76.5% of the total ingredients are biosourced

100% recyclable materials

As a brand certified by the international ECOCERT label, all our materials are required to be 100% recyclable or biodegradable. Our cases and bottles are made from plant-based bio-based materials and glass. The lipstick cartridges are made of aluminum. Other accessories are made of wood, polyethylene, or metal. The packaging boxes are made from FSC-certified wood sourced from sustainably managed French forests.

Volume: 10.5ml

81% biosourcé.
Tenue et fini exceptionnels.

THE PROMISE OF EXCELLENCE

WHAT IS PLANT-BASED COLOUR?

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Le Rouge Français stands out as a global pioneer in the use of plant-based pigments to color its makeup products. We draw from an extensive library of hundreds of botanical dye plants, carefully selected for their unique coloring properties and biological benefits. These include madder, sorghum, indigo, Corsican chestnut and Damask rose. These plants are native to the regions where they are grown, helping to preserve biodiversity and support local economies.

WHAT IS A 14-FREE NAIL POLISH FORMULA?

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A 14-free formula refers to a nail polish formulated without 14 controversial ingredients commonly found in conventional nail polishes, such as certain solvents or plasticizers. Le Rouge Français nail polishes and top coat feature 14-free formulas.

WHY DO OTHER BRANDS USE PETROCHEMICALS?

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99% of the cosmetics industry relies heavily on synthetic pigments derived from petrochemicals (petroleum-based substances), or at best, mineral pigments, which come from non-renewable resources. These pigments are inexpensive, easy to manufacture and reproduce. We choose plant-based pigments to guarantee absolute safety, protect your skin and safeguard your health.

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Je viens de magnifier mes ongles à l instant et tout comme pour les lèvres, je suis fan du vrai rouge et là j'ai trouvé "le vernis de mes rêves".

2ème achat sur ce produit, très belle couleur, bonne tenue

2nd purchase of this product, very nice color, good hold

980. Catenella
Nail polish. Bright red