The best eye shadows in 2022

Expressive eyes are perhaps the first thing we pay attention to when looking at a woman's face. Natural data with a wide range of decorative cosmetics enable each lady to "shape" her look with her vision of beauty or the desired level of outrageousness. Mascaras, liners and, of course, eye shadows have firmly taken their place in the cosmetic bags of modern fashionistas.

The richness of colors and various consistencies of the latter make eyeshadows indispensable for those of the fair sex who do not strive to look the same, using, for example, only mascara. Shadows are an opportunity to give the look a tone and frame in accordance with the situation and the overall image, even the most outrageous. How to choose the best eye shadow for yourself, we will tell in this article.

Such different eye shadows

When choosing this cosmetic product, it is not enough to start only from the desired color scheme and a suitable cost. It is important to take into account a number of criteria that will allow you to choose the perfect tool.

Suitable consistency

Shadows are crumbly, liquid and cream.

• Liquid - this is the most modern option, which combines ease of application, brightness of the shade and durability.
• Loose - a classic version of the shadows. The dry powder composition makes it possible to shape the look in a discreet style, or vice versa, to make it more expressive by using a larger amount of the product. The advantage of loose shadows is the ability to mix colors, achieving unique shades. The disadvantages include the need to use a special base under the shadows, as well as the inconvenience of applying outside the home, since the shadows can easily wake up when the package is unsuccessfully opened.

A kind of convenient option for loose shadows are compact shadows.. The dry product is pressed and placed in a package, making it possible to have this product in a ladies' purse. Most often, such shadows can crumble only after a sharp blow or fall.

• Cream shadows - the name of the product speaks for itself. The advantage of such shadows is the ability not only to give the eyelid the desired shade, but also to moisturize the skin around the eyes.Such shadows can be applied even with your finger, which makes them convenient to use. Of the minuses, it can be noted - the impossibility of creating bright, catchy images. Shades of cream shadows, as a rule, do not differ in particular saturation. Although rare specimens still have a chance to find.

Release form

Liquid shadows can be produced in the form of a tube with an applicator or in a pencil.

Creamy - this is most often a separate bottle or jar or a pencil-shaped package.

Loose - separate tightly closed jars, compact ones are available in palettes.

The bulk of the shadows, except for compact ones, are mostly produced in individual packages. Compact can be produced in a single version or as part of a palette that includes 2 or more shades.

The multi-color palette option is usually cheaper than buying the same number of eyeshadows in the mono version, however, it is worth considering the need to purchase the shades presented in the palette. Perhaps only 2-4 colors will actually be used, and purchasing them individually will cost less than the cost of the entire palette.

flicker effect

All shadows, regardless of their consistency and form of release, can be divided into matte and mother-of-pearl.

Shadows without glitter and shimmer, as a rule, are used in basic makeup, and it is also with the help of them that you can model the eyelid.

Mother-of-pearl shadows are more of an evening, solemn option.

The exception is creamy mother-of-pearl shadows. Light shades make this tool suitable for a summer youthful look.

In combination with matte shades, mother-of-pearl shadows are successfully used to make the look more expressive.For example, mother-of-pearl shadows can highlight the middle of the upper eyelid, so that the look will appear more open, and make-up will be a little lighter.

Shadows for every skin type

This criterion is more of interest to those who are prone to allergies. The mark of hypoallergenic shadows should be looked for on the packaging of the product.

In addition, individual products are designed for different levels of oily skin. However, this division is very conditional, since the skin of the eyelids does not have a high level of oiliness, even for those who purchase other products for oily skin.

Having decided on the criteria that are true for yourself, you can proceed to the choice of shadows.

The best shadows, according to customers and experts in 2018.

In the premium segment

MAC Pigment Poudre Eclat

MAC dry shadows are among the most used by professional makeup artists. The tint palette is distinguished by the possibility of wide use of the product. It can be a light base for daytime makeup, an accent or a halftone - in the evening version. Excellent shadows to emphasize the curve of the eyebrows, in this case, the application is supposed to be directly under the eyebrow.

Each shade comes in an individual jar with a tight-fitting lid.

Shadows are distinguished by economical consumption and a good level of durability. Suitable for those with oily skin.

• Professional quality product;
• Profitability;
• Universality of shades;
• Good durability, not prone to spreading;
• Shadows do not roll in the folds of the eyelid.

• The risk of scattering shadows when opened;
• The need to have a brush or a special applicator with you for convenient and accurate application on the eyelid.

The price level of the product is 1700 rubles.

How to apply loose shadows correctly - in the video:

Nouba Quattro Eye Shadow

Compact shadows from Nouba is an opportunity to purchase four shades in harmony with each other in a convenient palette. In addition to the shadows themselves, the package contains a built-in mirror and two applicators. The main part of the palettes in this series are pearly shadows, but there are also matte shades.

Shadows do not require the application of a base for makeup, so they are suitable for owners of oily skin. The product is positioned hypoallergenic.

• A wide palette of shades, including matte and mother-of-pearl;
• Compact package with everything you need to apply the product (mirror, applicators);
• Uniform application is ensured by the delicate texture of the shadows.

• Not identified.

The average cost is 1500 rubles.

By the way, the Nouba product range includes a wide range of compact eyeshadows, there are mono-shadows, as well as tools in a 2-shade layout.

An overview of several shadows from the manufacturer - in the video:

Lancome Iridescent Ombre Hypnose

Lancome's line of mono-shadows is represented by 5 shades of pigment in a compact package. Each of the flowers has a pearl overflow. The texture of the product is quite dense, when used, decent durability appears, the shadows do not crumble.

For application, the use of a makeup base is not required, which means that shadows will be an excellent choice for ladies with oily skin.

The shadows come with a double-sided applicator with different widths of the working surface. With a pointed tip, you can draw spectacular "arrows".

• Colossal durability, shadows last more than 8 hours;
• Easy to apply and blend;
• After application, they have a pearly sheen;
• Compact package with built-in mirror and double-sided applicator.

• A modest number of shades in the line.

The average cost is 2000 rubles.

Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick

This product is a creamy shadow, designed in the form of a pencil. This is a great way to use shadows not only to cover the entire eyelid, but also to highlight individual sections of it, form “arrows” and shape the lash line.

Such packaging is the ability to quickly apply shadows without additional tools (brushes or applicators), convenient to carry with you.

• High resistance, including resistance to moisture;
• Attractive radiance of most shades;
• Ease and speed of application;
• Convenient packaging for carrying in a cosmetic bag.

• For drawing it is necessary to have a mirror. The pencil box does not contain it.

The average price is 2500 rubles.

Test shadows, as well as other interesting products from the manufacturer - in the video:

Mavala Ombres Soyeuses Abricot

Liquid shadows from the Swiss cosmetic brand Mavala are at the border of the premium and economy segments of the decorative cosmetics market. However, the high quality of the product allows them to be attributed to a more status group.

In addition to a variety of colors solutions, in the line - 16 shades, these liquid shadows have good care properties. They contain silk amino acids, which guarantees not only a pleasant tactile sensation when applied, but also moisturizing the skin.

The texture of the shadows is light, they are very stable in the sock, they do not roll down. Suitable for oily skin.

• Pleasure when applied, thanks to the delicate texture of the shadows;
• Light effect of radiance;
• A variety of shades from nude to evening options;
• Care properties: moisturizing, smoothing fine wrinkles;
• Not bad durability.

• Not detected.

The average cost is 1000 rubles.

In the mass segment

NYX Professional Makeup Pigments

Loose shadows from NYX are an opportunity to achieve the desired effect almost anywhere. Convenience is provided by the packaging of the product. The limiter that the tube is equipped with prevents the shadows from crumbling and guarantees the dosed application of the pigment. At the same time, it can be removed and then the shadows can be applied in the traditional way for a crumbly consistency - with a brush. All shades have a pearly sheen, its depth on the eyelid may vary from the density of the layer and shading. It is advisable to use a special base tool.

• Shadows are stable, do not spread;
• Interesting range of shades;
• Easy to apply without a brush;
• Light texture.

• All advantages in terms of stability will be achieved only when using a make-up base;
• The set does not include a mirror.

The average price is 500 rubles.

One of the shades of the product in makeup:

Maybelline Eye Studio Color Tattoo

Cream shadows from the popular Maybelline brand are easy to apply and a variety of shades. The texture of the shadows allows you to hide small irregularities of the eyelid, to emphasize the anatomical features. The shadows don't fade. The durability of shadows can only be achieved when applied to the base, but it is important to know that in this case they will be quite difficult to blend.

• Easy to apply even without the use of special brushes;
• Deep shades;
• Resistance when applied to the base;
• Shadows don't flow.

• When applied directly to the eyelid, shadows can clog into the folds, which will significantly worsen the overall look of the makeup;
• There is no built-in mirror in the package.

The cost is about 400 rubles.

Overview of popular shades - in the video:

"The Nudes" by Maybelline

Another product known brand. This time it's a palette with compact shadows, which contains 12 shades in beige-brown tones. An ideal option for those who do not accept flashy colors and achieve different saturation and dissimilarity of makeup by successfully combining a nude collection of shades.

Shadows do not require the use of a base, they are applied directly to the eyelid.

• 12 shades that are in harmony with each other;
• Ease of application and blending;
• Good indicators of durability, the shadows do not crumble;
• The ability to create rich and dense colors.

• Lack of built-in mirror;
• The "cheapness" of the packaging, quickly loses its appearance when carried with you.

The average cost of shadows is 800 rubles.

Video review of the palette:

Bourjois Shimmering Shine

Liquid shadows from Bourjois have a very delicate structure. They are not sticky, dry quickly, without creating a feeling of dryness. Have a moisturizing effect. The composition of the product contains pearl pigments, which makes all shades of the line slightly pearly. This feature leads to an increase in the reflective effect after application to the eyelid. The bottle is equipped with a beveled applicator.

• Persistence for 7-8 hours;
• Ease of application, the possibility of layering, as the layers dry almost instantly;
• Moisturizing properties of the product;
• Rich pigment and deep radiance on the eyelid.

• Skill in shading is required. Shadows dry quickly, which can make it difficult to form a smooth transition from one shade to another.

The average cost is 400 rubles.

Shadows - pencil from Yves Rocher

The manufacturer positions this tool as 2 in 1 - shadows and a liner. There are three shades in the palette. The creamy texture of the stylus is easy to apply and blend. On the eyelid, the shadows last for a long time, do not roll in the folds of the skin.

• Pencil shape is convenient to carry with you;
• The texture of the shadows allows you to do easy shading with your finger;
• Excellent durability.

• The pencil is not mechanical, requires sharpening;
• A mirror is required for application, as the packaging does not provide for it.

The average cost is 500 rubles.

Targeting the market of cosmetic brands and eye shadows will allow you to choose exactly the product that suits your eyes and creates the desired effect.

Finally, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the rules for selecting the shade of shadows, based on your color type: