essence Pure Nude Highlighter
- Baked powder, satin finish
- 0.24 oz pan
- Shade 10 Be My Highlight, for light skin tones
- Vegan, cruelty free, PETA certified brand
- No gluten, silicones, parabens, fragrance or microplastics
- Made in Poland
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A buildable baked powder highlighter with a natural, satin glow for cheeks, temples and brow bones. The baked surface has a sheen out of the box that can look used, and the shade suits lighter skin tones.
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ASIN: B01N5FKQ71Category: Highlighters & Luminizers
Overview
Makeup wearers who want a soft, lit-from-within glow get a baked powder highlighter in essence Pure Nude. Swept onto cheekbones, temples and brow bones, it builds from subtle to bold and blends without fallout.
A clean ingredient list and buildable payoff make it easy to use daily without looking overdone. The shade is aimed at lighter skin, and the baked surface sheen sometimes makes a new pan look used.
Who it's for
Everyday makeup for people with lighter skin who want natural radiance rather than glitter. Deeper skin tones should look for a shade made for them.
Pros and cons
- Buildable from subtle to bold
- No fallout when blending
- Fragrance free and paraben free
- Vegan and cruelty free
- Shade suits light skin tones
- Surface sheen can look pre-used
- Single shade per pan
Performance notes
Glow comes from light-reflecting particles pressed into a baked powder, so the effect builds with each light layer. A fan or tapered brush lays it down more softly than fingers. Placement on high points controls how much light it catches.
Specifications
| Brand | Essence Cosmetics |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item dimensions | 2.87 x 2.87 x 0.67 inches |
| Item Weight | 47 g |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | 10 Be My Highlight |
| Finish Type | Satin, luminous, natural |
| Material Type Free | Gluten, silicone, paraben, fragrance, microplastic, alcohol and oil free |
| Material Features | Vegan, cruelty free |
| Other details | |
| Skin Tone | Light |
| Coverage | Light, buildable |
| Item Form | Baked powder |
| Skin Type | All |
| Container Type | Palette |
| Complexion Benefits | Radiant, Natural Glow |
| Product Benefits | Radiance |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Blender |
Frequently asked questions
Where do you apply the essence Pure Nude Highlighter?
On the cheeks, temples and brow bones, building from a subtle to a bold glow.
Why does my essence Pure Nude Highlighter look used?
The brand notes that the reflective surface sheen comes from the baked formula, not from prior use.
Is the essence Pure Nude Highlighter vegan?
Yes. It is vegan and cruelty free, and the brand is PETA certified.
Does the essence Pure Nude Highlighter contain fragrance?
No. It is free from gluten, silicones, parabens, fragrance and microplastic particles.