The Best Eyeshadow Palettes

By Jenna Sims
February 08, 2019
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If you’re in the market for a new eyeshadow palette, the choices can be overwhelming, so we’ve narrowed it down to our favorite, top-rated picks. While some of these eyeshadow palettes are budget-friendly, those with a higher price tag are worth the splurge. These palettes are great for everyday use, but are versatile enough to be used for special occasions as well.
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Tarte Tartelette In Bloom Clay Eyeshadow Palette

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BUY IT: $39; sephora.com

Beautiful shimmering and matte shades are arranged in rows to help guide you in creating three easy looks. Plus, the vanilla scent and clay texture are added bonuses. 

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Elf Mad for Matte Eyeshadow Palette Summer Breeze

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BUY IT: $10; ulta.com

This matte collection has 10 shades ranging from light to dark so you can use one palette for you every day look and special occasions. 

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Anastasia Beverly Hills Modern Renaissance Eyeshadow Palette

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BUY IT: $42; sephora.com

Reviewers agree that this top-rated palette is worth the splurge. 

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Neutrogena Nourishing Long Wear Eye Shadow + Built-In Primer

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BUY IT: $7.34;walmart.com


This palette will help you create a smoky eye in 4 easy steps, and a built-in primer will help it stay out. Also available in five other shade combinations.

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Revlon Illuminance Crème Shadow

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BUY IT: $5.64;amazon.com

This budget-friendly option is a cream shadow, allowing it to glide on easily.

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Morphe Jaclyn Hill Eyeshadow Palette

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BUY IT: $38; ulta.com

If you’re not scared of a little color, this 36-shade palette has some bold colors along with classic natural shades.

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Lamora Nude Exposed Eyeshadow Palette

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BUY IT: $14.95; amazon.com

Sixteen shimmering, easy-to-blend shades in one compact palette, inspiring message included.

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NYX Professional Makeup Ultimate Shadow Palette

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BUY IT: $14.40; amazon.com

We named this a must-have beauty tool to make it through the holiday season, but it can carry you through the rest of the year as well.

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Urban Decay Naked Heat Palette

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BUY IT: $54; sephora.com

For day to night and everything in between, this amber-hued palette includes warm browns, burnt oranges, and rich siennas.

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