Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights versus NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix .
Last updated on October 17, 2023. Published on March 22, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free eyeshadows. They have a total of 22 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain exfoliants and Vitamin E
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates
What's Inside
They both contain silicones
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Ingredient Info
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette 22 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette 36 ingredients
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
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Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
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Reef Safe
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs 🎉
EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
Alcohol Free
This product is free of harsh alcohols 🎉
Contains Silicon
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
Fragrance Free
This product is free of fragrances 🎉
Sulfate Free
This product is free of sulfates 🎉
Paraben Free
This product is free of parabens 🎉
Oil Free
This product is free of oils 🎉
Not Malassezia Safe
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
Not Reef Safe
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EU Allergen Free
This product is free of EU allergens 🎉
Non Vegan
This product is not vegan 😥
Cruelty Free
This product is cruelty-free 🎉
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NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette 22 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette 36 ingredients
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Ingredients that are highlighted in purple are present in both products.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette 22 ingredients
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette 36 ingredients
Talc • Magnesium Stearate • Dimethicone • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate • Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 • Tocopherol • Ethylhexylglycerin • Phenoxyethanol • CI 77891 • CI 77492 • CI 42090 • CI 75470 • CI 77007 • CI 19140 • Alumina • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • CI 77742 • Tin Oxide • CI 77120 • CI 15850 • CI 45410
Talc • Nylon-12 • Magnesium Stearate • CI 77120 • Dimethicone • Hydrogenated Polyisobutene • Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate • Alumina • Tin Oxide • Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 • Aluminum Hydroxide • Ethylhexylglycerin • Tocopherol • Tocopheryl Acetate • Phenoxyethanol • CI 15850 • CI 15985 • CI 45410 • CI 77007 • CI 77492 • CI 77891 • Mica • CI 19140 • CI 42090 • Peg-8 • Water • Triethoxycaprylylsilane • CI 75470 • CI 77742 • Silica • Calcium Sodium Borosilicate • Kaolin • Ppg-13 • Ppg-15 • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate • CI 77510
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Ingredients Explained
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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.
Learn more about TalcNYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 1.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 1.
Magnesium Stearate is a salt that is 2 parts stearic acid and 1 part magnesium.
It is a white powder that can be used to add bulk and color to products by binding to oil ingredients.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 2.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 3.
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.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 3.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 5.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is a synthetic polymer. Polymers are compounds with high molecular weight. Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is an emollient and texture enhancer.
In one study, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene showed better skin hydration levels than Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride. As an emollient, it helps keep your skin soft and hydrated by trapping moisture in.
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene is often used as a mineral oil replacement.
Learn more about Hydrogenated PolyisobuteneNYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 4.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 6.
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.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 5.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 7.
Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 is lipid-based synthetic skin-conditioning agent. As an emollient, it helps soften and hydrate the skin.
Emollients create a barrier on the skin to trap moisture in.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 6.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 10.
Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.
Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.
Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.
You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.
There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.
Learn more about TocopherolNYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 7.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 13.
Ethylhexylglycerin (we can't pronounce this either) is commonly used as a preservative and skin softener. It is derived from glyceryl.
You might see Ethylhexylglycerin often paired with other preservatives such as phenoxyethanol. Ethylhexylglycerin has been found to increase the effectiveness of these other preservatives.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 8.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 12.
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.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 9.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 15.
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 77891NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 10.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 21.
Ci 77492 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a yellow hue to products.
Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.
Synthetically created Ci 77492 is considered safer than those naturally found. This is because the synthetically created version may contain less impurities. Iron oxides are generally non-toxic and non-allergenic.
Learn more about CI 77492NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 11.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 20.
Ci 42090 is a synthetic dye created from petroleum. It is used to give a bright blue color to cosmetics, medicine, and food.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 12.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 25.
Ci 75470 is a bright-red pigment. It is AKA carmine.
Carmine is derived from insects such as the cochineal beetle. This ingredient has been used as a natural dye for over 2000 years.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 13.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 42.
This pigment is called Ultramarine blue lazurite. It gives a saturated blue color, but can be used to create other colors as well.
According to the manufacturer, it is usually made from kaolin, sodium sulfate, sodium carbonate, sulfur, and charcoal.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 14.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 19.
Ci 19140 is also known as Tartrazine. Tartrazine is a synthetic dye used in cosmetics, foods, and medicine to add a yellow color.
Tartrazine is created from petroleum and is water-soluble.
Some people may experience allergies from this dye, especially asthmatics and those with an aspirin intolerance.
Learn more about CI 19140NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 15.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 24.
Alumina is another name for the compound aluminum oxide. It is used as a thickener, absorbent, and abrasive.
As an absorbent, alumina can give a mattifying effect. It is used in mineral sunscreens to help coat nano-sized filters, such as titanium dioxide. By increasing the size of the UV filters, these ingredients stay on the skin for a longer time. By coating small sized ingredients, alumina helps thicken a product.
Alumina may be used as an abrasive, or exfoliant.
Alumina is naturally occurring in the mineral corundum. Certain varieties of corundum create rubies and sapphires. Corundum is also the crystalline form of alumina.
Learn more about AluminaNYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 22.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 8.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is a silicone used to bind and stabilize ingredients.
As an emulsifier, it helps prevent ingredients from separating. This can help elongate the shelf life of products.
Triethoxycaprylylsilane is often used to coat mineral sunscreens ingredients to help give a better feel. It also helps reduce oxidative stress in sunscreens.
Learn more about TriethoxycaprylylsilaneNYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 23.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 37.
This ingredient is used to add a violet color to cosmetics.
It is created by reacting phosphoric acid, ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate, and manganese dioxide.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 31.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 45.
Tin Oxide is an inorganic oxide used to add opacity and volume to a product. In nature, it is already found in mineral form. The main ore of tin is an opaque and shiny mineral called casseterite.
Tin Oxide helps remove translucency in a product, or make it more opaque. Besides adding opacity, tin oxide is used for bulking to add volume.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 39.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 9.
We don't have a description for Ci 77120.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 55.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 4.
Ci 15850 is the pigment color red. It is an azo dye and created synthetically.
Azo dyes need to be thoroughly purified before use. This allows them to be more stable and longer-lasting.
This ingredient is common in foundations, lipsticks, and blushes. This color is described as brown/orangey red.
It has many secondary names such as Red 6 and Red 7. According to a manufacturer, Red 6 usually contains aluminum.
Learn more about CI 15850NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 60.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 16.
Ci 45410 is a synthetic red-pigment and dye. It is a flourescein dye and commonly used as a fluorescent tracer in medicine.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Brights contains this as ingredient number 62.
NYX Cosmetics Ultimate Shadow Palette Phoenix contains this as ingredient number 18.
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