Recently I saw the aforementioned tag on YouTube. This piqued my interest, forcing me to take inventory of my own modest collection. If a situation were to arise where I could grab only 10 eyeshadow palettes, which ones would they be?
After a deep dive (and a deep clean), I came up with these 10 beauts. Some are new, some are rather old, but still near and dear to my heart. These are in no particular order:
1. Juvias Place 'Nubian 2 Palette'
This is one of my recent purchases and boy am I glad I got this. The thing about this palette is that you can create all sorts of looks; the pops of colour are so pretty. The quality of these shadows are second to none and their lasting power is impressive too. This would fall into the 'not too expensive, yet not too cheap' category but honestly speaking, with the amount of product in each pan, and with the stellar quality, every penny invested is so worth it.
2. Colorpop 'Dream St.' Kathleen Lights Palette
A girls' palette. So feminine, and irresistibly cute. The shimmers in this are so foiled and rich. I always get compliments when wearing this palette. That pop of red is pretty unique and the other two pops of colour are so compatible. This one is directly out on my vanity and it is staying there for the forseeable future. Affordable, small and compact and high on quality. I wish there was a small mirror, but at the price point, I'm not complaining.
3. Huda Beauty 'Desert Dusk' Palette
Speaking of mirrors, the Huda Beauty Desert Dusk Palette boasts a really good quality one. Honestly, I've given my palette so much love - except for the glitter shade on the bottom row which I haven't even touched yet. What's unique about this palette is not only its colour story, but the sheer 'top coat' like shades it has - I believe there are three of them. Looking for a pop of shimmer in the center of your eyelid, this palette provides brilliant options. Use them on lips too for that matter. The mattes are so pigments and the shimmers are so vibrant. This one is pricey, so it comes down to whether you'll be able to use the colours. My sister for instance, doesn't reach for it much as she finds the colours hard to work with. Me - well I'm going to hit pan on this one this year!
4. Anastasia 'Amrezy' Palette
ABH has been chucking out palettes in 2019 like nobody's business. This particular one is rather old and discontinued. Nonetheless, it has a brilliant, almost convenient shade selection with the quality her name is famous for. No regrets here. This one I feel I can travel with. No fuss, no muss!
5. Smashbox 'Smoky Cover Shot' Palette
This one was gifted to me. There are a range of these tiny palettes available, but this one has to be my best. Smashbox shadows are pretty good, but they really brought it with this palette. If sultry is your thing, you can't go wrong with this one. That burgundy is absolutely glorious as an accent colour. It's just such a good quality product!
6. Morphe 'Jaclyn Hill' Palette
This one is quite large - but honestly, if you're looking to buy just one palette- go for this one! It's so pigmented, the colours so delightful, soft, buttery and the great thing is that it is super affordable.
7. Stila 'Eyes are the window to the mind' Palette
You look at this palette and you feel so fancy. It's so sophisticated looking. With a golden metallic body with a giant 'S' embossed on it and with a very high quality mirror, this one is a total spurge, but so worth it. I find that it is so work appropriate and lends an air of professional finesse. Definitely one for the woman on the go.
8. Urban Decay 'Naked 2' Palette
A gal needs a cool toned palette. I love these cool tones bejeweled shades. The black adds the oomph factor. The packaging is quite sturdy and it comes with a mirror and a brush (which I honestly can't use). Again, it is on the pricey side, so if you're not a fan of greys and silvers, this one might not be for you.
9. Too Faced 'Shake Your Palm Palms'
Oh the packaging on this! And that coral; oh and that moss green! What's not to love? Too Faced have outdone themselves. I love everything about this palette although admittedly, it is quite a recent addition to my vanity. This one is the kind of palette you can easily throw into you 'to go' bag.
10. Makeup Revolution 'Emily Noel The Wants' Palette
Again, this is a bit of huge one. This reminds me of my younger days. You look at this palette and you think 'how sweet'. I love the colour selection but of all the palettes I have mentioned, this is the one that has possibly the least colour pay off - but mind you - it is still amazing... It just needs a little more cajoling than the others. I love the mirror, the cute pink packaging and for just 20$, it's a steal.
So those are my top 10 eyeshadow palettes. Do you own any of these? Which ones do you really enjoy? Drop me a comment below!
After a deep dive (and a deep clean), I came up with these 10 beauts. Some are new, some are rather old, but still near and dear to my heart. These are in no particular order:
1. Juvias Place 'Nubian 2 Palette'
2. Colorpop 'Dream St.' Kathleen Lights Palette
A girls' palette. So feminine, and irresistibly cute. The shimmers in this are so foiled and rich. I always get compliments when wearing this palette. That pop of red is pretty unique and the other two pops of colour are so compatible. This one is directly out on my vanity and it is staying there for the forseeable future. Affordable, small and compact and high on quality. I wish there was a small mirror, but at the price point, I'm not complaining.
3. Huda Beauty 'Desert Dusk' Palette
Speaking of mirrors, the Huda Beauty Desert Dusk Palette boasts a really good quality one. Honestly, I've given my palette so much love - except for the glitter shade on the bottom row which I haven't even touched yet. What's unique about this palette is not only its colour story, but the sheer 'top coat' like shades it has - I believe there are three of them. Looking for a pop of shimmer in the center of your eyelid, this palette provides brilliant options. Use them on lips too for that matter. The mattes are so pigments and the shimmers are so vibrant. This one is pricey, so it comes down to whether you'll be able to use the colours. My sister for instance, doesn't reach for it much as she finds the colours hard to work with. Me - well I'm going to hit pan on this one this year!
4. Anastasia 'Amrezy' Palette
ABH has been chucking out palettes in 2019 like nobody's business. This particular one is rather old and discontinued. Nonetheless, it has a brilliant, almost convenient shade selection with the quality her name is famous for. No regrets here. This one I feel I can travel with. No fuss, no muss!
5. Smashbox 'Smoky Cover Shot' Palette
This one was gifted to me. There are a range of these tiny palettes available, but this one has to be my best. Smashbox shadows are pretty good, but they really brought it with this palette. If sultry is your thing, you can't go wrong with this one. That burgundy is absolutely glorious as an accent colour. It's just such a good quality product!
6. Morphe 'Jaclyn Hill' Palette
7. Stila 'Eyes are the window to the mind' Palette
8. Urban Decay 'Naked 2' Palette
9. Too Faced 'Shake Your Palm Palms'
10. Makeup Revolution 'Emily Noel The Wants' Palette
So those are my top 10 eyeshadow palettes. Do you own any of these? Which ones do you really enjoy? Drop me a comment below!
