16 Best Eyeshadow Palettes [Tested and Reviewed]

Created by California-based brand Urban Decay, the Naked3 Eyeshadow Palette contains no parabens or sulfuric acids.

This palette's standout feature is its vast collection of 12 shades, including two distinct finishes. It also includes a brush and mirror, making it convenient for touch-ups. However, its size isn't ideal for carrying around every day, so it's probably more suitable for home use or longer trips.

Feedback from our testers included comments such as, "The shimmer shades applied uniformly and had vibrant pigmentation, while the deeper matte shades seemed uneven unless layered multiple times." On the plus side, it performed well in the ease-of-use category, with testers noting, "There was minimal fallout, and blending was a breeze." When working with matte shades, we recommend starting with a light layer and building up gradually for the best results.

With its delicate color spectrum, this eyeshadow palette will help you create elegant looks.

The Professional Neutral Eyeshadow Makeup Palette by Prism Makeup is designed to bring out the natural beauty in your eyes.

The standout feature of this palette lies in its expansive offering of 40 shades and multiple finishes, with four distinct textures and numerous options to use as a base color. This earned it high marks in the color selection category.

After applying, our testers observed, "The pigment quality varies noticeably across different shades." Opinions were also split regarding ease of use, with at least one reviewer noting that certain colors were more challenging to blend. You'll need advanced makeup skills to achieve the best results with this palette.

This is a great eyeshadow palette for those wanting a wide range of colors, but it isn't beginner-friendly.

Natasha Denona's Glam Eyeshadow Palette has a cool, neutral-toned color scheme. It features customizable magnetic pans, so you can move the layout around based on your needs and skin tone.

This palette scored exceptionally high for its color selection. In addition to several base colors, it also offers three different finishes. On the downside, our team found that while the shadow applied evenly, specific colors retained their pigment better than others, making blending more challenging. Overall, this palette is better suited to those who are confident in their makeup skills.

Experienced makeup artists seeking a palette of cool-toned brown shades will find many possibilities with this one. However, it will likely be difficult to work with for beginners.

Anastasia Beverly Hills' Soft Glam Eyeshadow Palette promises a versatile, neutral selection of colors that look great for both daytime and evening looks.

During our ease-of-use tests, our reviewers were positive. They mentioned that sometimes there was fallout, but the eyeshadows blended smoothly with no harsh lines. The colors also stayed just as vibrant after application. However, we noticed that the darker matte shades did not result in a completely even finish. We suggest giving the brush a little shake to remove any extra product before application.

With 14 colors and two textures, this palette offers a wide range of options for creating various looks. The included brush and mirror are a welcome bonus.

Whether you prefer natural makeup or want something more glam, this eyeshadow palette has you covered.

Named after its London-born founder, Charlotte Tilbury, this cosmetics brand embodies her vision. The Luxury Palette is meticulously designed to meet your everyday makeup needs, delivering an effortless, feminine look.

After applying this eyeshadow, our team found they didn't need an extra makeup brush, and there was no fallout. As for pigmentation, one tester noted, "On my skin type, one application wasn't enough, but the color really popped after a second layer." Using a concealer or eyeshadow base could be worthwhile if you find that the pigmentation looks a little muted.

Although the palette features just four shades, all the essentials are there: a base color and two distinct finishes. Despite its simplicity, it allows you to create some really beautiful looks, so it's a good choice for beginners. The compact size and integrated mirror also make it ideal for on-the-go.

Dior's Backstage Eyeshadow Palette promises that its selection can create a diverse range of looks, from effortlessly natural to strikingly glam. The Backstage collection is designed to ignite the spirit of fashion and artistry through professional quality.

In terms of pigmentation, our testers shared comments such as, "A single application produced a duller color compared to how it looked in the palette, though a second layer enhanced the effect." Another tester noted, "Similar shades blended smoothly, but there was some fallout during the process."

On a positive note, this palette offers a beautiful array of nine colors, including a base color and more than two formulas, all within a compact design. This is great for those looking to play with different combinations and looks.

While this palette might not cater to those seeking intensely bold colors in a single application, it's still a good option if you're after a warm-toned selection in a compact kit.

Tom Ford's Eye Color Quad - De La Creme is perfect for those who love experimenting with different eye makeup looks. Although it offers only four shades, it includes a variety of textures such as matte, shimmer, and glitter. It's ideal for those who want to match their sparkle to the occasion or mood. The compact size makes it convenient to carry in a pouch.

The pigmentation is almost there but not quite perfect. Some testers mentioned that "the coloring doesn't really stand out with just a single application, so you have to layer it." However, the texture is smooth, and the colors themselves are beautiful, so you can achieve a lovely finish with some layering.

As for ease of use, opinions were divided among testers. The combination of shades can create defined lines, making blending a little tricky. This palette is better suited for those who want to create strong contrasts rather than subtle gradients. Some users noted the fallout, so care is needed during application.

Despite this, the palette offers a range of textures in one compact package, making it versatile for both personal and professional scenes. It's worth considering if you're looking for an eyeshadow palette that can do it all.

Makeup by Mario's Ethereal Eyes Eyeshadow Palette is perfect for those who love sparkling eye makeup. This 12-color palette features five shimmer shades, offering plenty of options to match your mood or occasion. The variety of matte shades makes it suitable for more subdued office makeup.

The pigmentation is top-notch. Even with a single application, the colors appear vibrant and true to the palette. However, the darker shades can be tricky to adjust, so it's best to layer gradually.

This palette's 12 diverse colors allow for various eye makeup patterns. The smooth, blendable formula makes it easy to apply quickly, even on busy mornings. However, some testers mentioned that the shimmer fallout is a concern. To prevent this, an eyeshadow base is recommended.

With its rich colors and textures, this eyeshadow palette is versatile enough for office and party looks. It's an excellent choice for those who enjoy experimenting with different sparkling makeup styles.

Revlon's ColorStay Day to Night Eyeshadow Quad contains a special adherent oil, which is supposed to give it lasting power and prevent fading.

Some of our testers noted that applying this eyeshadow on a darker complexion caused the color to appear duller than it looks in the palette. Regarding ease of use, feedback highlighted that "Fallout is minimal, yet creating a graduation requires some technique." We suggest using a concealer or eyeshadow base to enhance the pigmentation, as the colors might not deliver optimal vibrancy on their own.

A positive aspect of this palette is its colors. It includes a base color and several textures, allowing you to create a well-defined look with just one small kit.

With its compact size and sponge applicator, this palette is easy to keep in your handbag for touching up your makeup in the evening.

HUDA Beauty's Nude Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette is ideal for those who love to create diverse eye makeup looks. This nine-color palette includes a range of textures from matte to shimmer and glitter. Mix and match these different textures to create eye-catching looks for any occasion.

Testers praised the palette for its skin-friendly colors that appear true to the palette. However, some found that the more muted shades lacked pigmentation. Still, layering the colors can help achieve the desired effect.

In terms of usability, the palette performs well. The formula is smooth, with minimal fallout, making it easy to apply with a brush or sponge applicator. While opinions on blending varied among testers, trying the shades on the back of your hand first can help.

This eyeshadow palette offers a range of calm, skin-friendly tones combined with various textures, allowing for versatile makeup looks. This palette is worth considering if you're tired of the same daily makeup routine.

The tartelette in Bloom Amazonian clay palette, created by tarte, includes a clay-based formulation to prevent smudging. Additionally, we noticed the product had a subtle, pleasant fragrance.

As for pigmentation, the colors maintained their vibrancy across different skin tones. Testers unanimously agreed that the application was consistent and the resulting color was striking, even with a single layer. With a diverse offering of two finishes and multiple base shades, this palette ensures ample options to achieve your desired look.

However, during our ease-of-use assessment, our testers had mixed opinions, mainly because of fallout. While blending the shadows was easy enough, we had to meticulously remove extra product from the brush to minimize how much fell onto the face. We'd recommend applying your eye makeup before your foundation when using this palette.

If you're looking for an eyeshadow palette with a varied color selection and excellent pigment and aren't too concerned about fallout, this could be a match for you.

The Bite-Size Eyeshadow palette hails from e.l.f. Cosmetics, a company renowned for its commitment to vegan and cruelty-free products. Its eyeshadow line promises striking pigmentation and effortless blending.

The "I Love You A Latte" palette only contains matte textures, but our testers liked its rich base color. This four-color palette is made with portability in mind, so if you're specifically after a brown eyeshadow kit for on-the-go, this could be a good option.

Despite its promises, our testers noted, "There was minimal fallout, but the colors appeared softer upon application" and "the colors faded once blended, which made multiple reapplications necessary."

This palette is not designed to create dramatic looks, but it will be useful for creating subtle ones.

The pigmentation delivers, with colors going on evenly across the eyelid, true to what you see in the palette. However, some testers noted that the glitter shades have larger particles and can be challenging to apply. When applying glitter shades, it's best to add them gradually to control the sparkle.

The palette is lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry in a pouch. The smooth formula allows for quick application, ideal for those who need to finish their eye makeup quickly. However, since glitter shades tend to have fallout, it's best to apply them last.

With a variety of colors and textures, this eyeshadow palette allows you to create a wide range of looks, from natural to girly. It's convenient for both at-home and on-the-go touch-ups, making it a versatile addition to your makeup collection.

MAC Cosmetics' Connect in Colour Eye Shadow Palette: Unfiltered Nudes is ideal for those seeking an eyeshadow palette that is easy to use at any age. With a range of textures, from matte to shiny, the palette features natural shades that are perfect for everyday makeup.

The pigmentation falls a bit short of top marks. Testers noted that "overall, its sheer colors don't provide strong pigmentation." However, this sheer quality makes it easier to control the intensity of the colors, making it suitable for those who prefer a natural look or are beginners in makeup.

The palette's usability received mixed reviews. Some testers mentioned that "the colors are difficult to blend, making it hard to create a gradient." To achieve a smooth gradient, try using face powder to blend the colors.

The palette's glamorous case design is perfect for those who want to have fun with their makeup routine. Its natural shades are also suitable for office makeup, making this palette a great gift.