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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of REFY Gloss Highlighter versus Nudestix Nudies Matte Cream Bronzer in Bondi Bae .

Published on September 22, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe . They have a total of 6 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, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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Highlighter American Brand United States
Bronzer Canadian Brand Canada

Highlighter

Highlighters emulate the glow of light and help brighten features.

Bronzer

A liquid, cream, or powder used to help give a 'sun-kissed' color to the face.

Price

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

Benefits

Hydrating (3)
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin (4)
Acne Trigger (2)

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators (4)

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

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What it does: Abrasive, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Synthetic Wax is created from fossil fuels such as natural gas. It is used to enhance texture, adjust pH, and as an occlusive.

It may also be used as an abrasive ingredient to exfoliate the skin.

Synthetic Wax may not be fungal acne safe.

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REFY Gloss Highlighter contains this as ingredient number 7.

Nudestix Nudies Matte Cream Bronzer in Bondi Bae contains this as ingredient number 5.

2
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.

REFY Gloss Highlighter contains this as ingredient number 10.

Nudestix Nudies Matte Cream Bronzer in Bondi Bae contains this as ingredient number 16.

3
What it does: Antioxidant
Community Rating: Liked

Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (long name, huh?) is a synthetic antioxidant.

It is used to help stabilize other antioxidants or prevent the color from changing in a product.

As an antioxidant, it helps fight free-radical molecules. Free-radical molecules are capable of damaging our cells and other genetic material. Thus, antioxidants may reduce the signs of aging.

This ingredient is oil-soluble.

Learn more about Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

REFY Gloss Highlighter contains this as ingredient number 11.

Nudestix Nudies Matte Cream Bronzer in Bondi Bae contains this as ingredient number 17.

4
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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REFY Gloss Highlighter contains this as ingredient number 12.

Nudestix Nudies Matte Cream Bronzer in Bondi Bae contains this as ingredient number 13.

5
What it does: Cosmetic Colorant
Community Rating: Mixed

Ci 77491 is also hydrated iron III oxide. It's sole purpose is to give a red/pink hue to products.

Iron III oxides are classified as inorganic chemicals for coloring.

Synthetically created Ci 77491 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.

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REFY Gloss Highlighter contains this as ingredient number 22.

Nudestix Nudies Matte Cream Bronzer in Bondi Bae contains this as ingredient number 19.

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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.

Learn more about CI 77891

REFY Gloss Highlighter contains this as ingredient number 23.

Nudestix Nudies Matte Cream Bronzer in Bondi Bae contains this as ingredient number 18.

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

17% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
52% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet
21% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
68% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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REFY Gloss Highlighter 23 ingredients

3.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Light Coverage (1) No Color (1) Oily (1)
chlolands's avatar

chlolands

3 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Maybe my skin is just too oily for a glossy highlighter but I hate the applicator on this, too much product comes out, doesn't stick to skin, just...

Maybe my skin is just too oily for a glossy highlighter but I hate the applicator on this, too much product comes out, doesn't stick to skin, just sits on top of it.

Nudestix Nudies Matte Cream Bronzer in Bondi Bae 19 ingredients

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