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NYX Alien

NYX Alien is a neutral-toned lipstick in a matte finish (full, flat colour with no shine), hex #2A2829. It sits in the deep range and suits cool, neutral and warm undertones.

Colour values

Hex #2A2829
RGB 42, 40, 41
L* 16.35
a* 1.15
b* -0.33
Chroma 1.19
Hue angle None (achromatic)
Undertone Neutral
Depth Deep
Colour family Other
Saturation Soft
Finish Matte: full, flat colour with no shine
Brand NYX
Viola id lip-0806
Last verified 2026-10-24

Who it suits

Colour theory suggests NYX Alien works with cool, neutral and warm undertones.

Its deep depth sits most naturally on medium, tan and deep skin.

A matte finish shows Alien's full, flat colour with no shine, so it reads on the lips very close to its hex.

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