Top 10 Smokey Eye Palettes
These Palettes Have Everything You Need To Master A Smokey Eye
The secret to a great smokey eye is equal parts art and science. Along with the right technique, bold pigments, quality brushes, and crease-free/transfer-proof/no-fall shadows are all essential in creating this coveted eye look. While we love mixing and matching our favorite eyeshadow singles and using makeup we already have in our collection, an all-encompassing palette that specializes in creating the perfect smokey eye can be useful for beginners and those looking to simplify their routine. To help you start your search, we thought we’d have our algorithm dig into the palettes that make creating the perfect smokey eye easy breezy. The Top 10 smokey eye palettes below range in price point, finish, and tone. With one set you can highlight, shadow, and line to create a softer look for day or a seriously sultry look for night. On this list, we have brands like Covergirl, YSL, and Urban Decay staking their claim on the smokey eye game, while Kat Von D puts a spin on smokey with her advanced eye contour palette. Scroll through to discover which palette meets your exact needs to help you master the perfect smokey eye! Now then, where do we find the perfect nude lip to complete the look? Opening image: @ClarinsUS
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November 19, 2018
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The Rankings
Antonym Certified Organic Eyeshadow Quattro in To The Moon and Black
BEST FOR: With Sephora's Clean seal of approval, these shadows are perfect for girls with sensitive skin.
LOVED FOR: Wood packaging will have you stacking these palettes up on your vanity rather than hiding them away in drawers.
Clarins 4-Colour Eyeshadow Palette
LOVED FOR: Keeping it simple with four complimentary shades for highlighting, shading, and even lining
HELPFUL TIP: Pick the palette that will really make your eyes pop! Blue eyes work well with the cool tones in Smokey, pair Nude with green, and for brown eyed girls, Forest is your color.
Covergirl TruNaked Eyeshadow Palette in Smoky
LOVED FOR: High on color options, low on price
WHY YOU NEED IT: These shadows glide on so easily, you'd never know they came from the drugstore.
Yves Saint Laurent 5 Color Couture Palette in 13 Nude Contouring
USERS SAID: "Great palette! YSL has the best makeup. The colors are amazing and the wearable factor is great! It stays all day. The definition of color on your eye is rich looking and carries a lot of depth."
BEST FOR: Versatility! Create a daytime look with two of the softer shades before adding on darker tones pre-dinner reservation.
Sephora Collection Mixology Eyeshadow Palette
LOVED FOR: The brushes that come with palettes are usually low quality, but not this one! This multi-use brush allows for easy shading and smudging.
WHY YOU NEED IT: Sephora took the hard part out and grouped the shades that play well together.
Coastal Scents Revealed Smoky Eyeshadow Palette
BEST FOR: Super slim packaging is great for travel!
WHY YOU NEED IT: The reviews are in and users are arguing that this palette might just, dare we say it, be better than the Naked palettes.
Lamora Best Pro Smoky Eyeshadow Palette Makeup
BEST FOR: Matte, metallic, and satin palette options
LOVED FOR: Each palette spans the color spectrum from lots of neutrals to pops of pinks and blues.
Kat Von D Shade + Light Eye Contour Palette
LOVED FOR: No tired eyes here! Kat provides step-by-step instructions for creating some serious eye definition.
WHY YOU NEED IT: Over the past few years the Kardashian's have peaked our contour interest, but have you tried contouring your eyes yet?
Anastasia Beverly Hills Sultry Eyeshadow Palette
USERS SAID: "My favorite ABH pallet thus far. I own every single shadow [palette] and a few custom built ones...this color combination gives so many options for beautiful dramatic or natural looks. My fav is the smokey eye and the options for blending color are countless."
LOVED FOR: Velvety texture and ultra-pigmented shades make application easy and long-lasting.
Urban Decay Naked2 Palette
BEST FOR: Gifting!
LOVED FOR: Neutrals that are anything but boring
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