What is the difference between oil pastels and oil sticks.?

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What is the difference between oil pastels and oil sticks.?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Pastel sticks are made with a gum or methyl cellulose binder. Oil pastels are made with pigment mixed with a non-drying oil and wax binder. Oil pastels are less powdery but harder to protect with a fixative