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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Contour Kit Light to Medium versus NYX Cosmetics Highlight & Contour Pro Palette .

Last updated on October 16, 2023. Published on January 21, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free . They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Contour Brand
Highlighter American Brand United States

Contour

Contour helps accentuate features by creating the illusion of shadows.

Highlighter

Highlighters emulate the glow of light and help brighten features.

Price

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Buy Powder Contour Kit

Starts at $40.00
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Starts at $25.00

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
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (2)

Benefits

Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Rosacea
Eczema (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Brightening
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Abrasive, Absorbent, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Talc is a clay mineral. It helps absorb moisture and improve the texture of products. Like other types of clay, Talc can have a slight exfoliating effect on skin. Talc can be added to increase the volume of products.

Some Baby powders are made by combining talc with corn starch. The word "talc" comes from Latin and originates from Arabic. Talc is a mineral commonly found throughout the world.

If you have any concerns about using talc, we recommend checking out the FDA's official page.

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Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Contour Kit Light to Medium contains this as ingredient number 1.

NYX Cosmetics Highlight & Contour Pro Palette contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Absorbent, Skin Conditioning

Boron Nitride is compound consisting of boron and nitrogen. It is used to absorb oil and modify adherence/ slip in products.

This means it is often used in makeup products to help them last longer.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Contour Kit Light to Medium contains this as ingredient number 3.

NYX Cosmetics Highlight & Contour Pro Palette contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate is created from stearic acid.

It is an emollient and thickens the lipid (oil) portion of a product. Due to its emollient properties, it may not be fungal-acne safe.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Contour Kit Light to Medium contains this as ingredient number 7.

NYX Cosmetics Highlight & Contour Pro Palette contains this as ingredient number 8.

4
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

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Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Contour Kit Light to Medium contains this as ingredient number 8.

NYX Cosmetics Highlight & Contour Pro Palette contains this as ingredient number 11.

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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.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Contour Kit Light to Medium contains this as ingredient number 9.

NYX Cosmetics Highlight & Contour Pro Palette contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Contour Kit Light to Medium contains this as ingredient number 12.

NYX Cosmetics Highlight & Contour Pro Palette contains this as ingredient number 10.

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What it does: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopheryl Acetate is AKA Vitamin E. It is an antioxidant and protects your skin from free radicals. Free radicals damage the skin by breaking down collagen.

One study found using Tocopheryl Acetate with Vitamin C decreased the number of sunburned cells.

Tocopheryl Acetate is commonly found in both skincare and dietary supplements.

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Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Contour Kit Light to Medium contains this as ingredient number 14.

NYX Cosmetics Highlight & Contour Pro Palette contains this as ingredient number 12.

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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.

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Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Contour Kit Light to Medium contains this as ingredient number 17.

NYX Cosmetics Highlight & Contour Pro Palette contains this as ingredient number 13.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

12% are loved or liked
12% have mixed ratings
71% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet
13% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
67% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

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