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L'Oreal Paris HiP Concentrated Shadow Duo$7.00L'Oreal's HiP line consistently proves that good things come in small packages. This double-sided compact is a giant bargain that fits snugly in the palm of your hand. Flip-open caps reveal two intensely pigmented, complementary shadows on one side of the compact and a mirror and two sponge applicators (no brush) on the oth...More |
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MAC Eye Shadow$14.00 These tiny, round pots offer a little something for everyone with more than 150 shades to choose from. Lids flip open to control mess and product stays on eyelids without powdering off midday. With a wet brush, the shadow doubles as liner. The "highly pigmented" colors come in everything from satin finish to frost...More |
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Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Eye Shadow$22.00If you can afford it, this is a winning creamy, long-lasting eye shadow. Available in at least 15 light to dark shades, the tiny screw-top pot of sometimes shimmer-y, sometimes satin-y shadow can last for months. Apply to the naked eye with fingers to get sheer results. Apply with a brush for stronger color. Lighter colors ...More |
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L'Oreal Paris HiP Shocking Shadow Pigments$11.99Shocking is right! This deceptively tiny pot of loose shadow lasts long and actually delivers a professional look at drugstore prices. Nars lovers with thin wallets will delight in rich colors, though the range of shades -- six, all iridescent -- could be broader. The built-in sifter isn't spill-proof but controls applicati...More |
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Nars Duo Eyeshadow$31.00This modern compact will be with me if I'm ever stranded on an island. It's expensive, but it feels like silk and stays on almost all day. Prepare to experiment with more than 45 unique, highly pigmented combinations before buying. Matte neutrals make reliable, crease-resistant base colors while iridescents and bolds can be...More |
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LORAC Showstopper Palette ($95 Value)$35The perfect gift for a makeup-loving socialite. The fashionable packaging (an uber-sparkly, belted case and soft drawstring bag) is fun to open, though loose black glitter can get messy. The jet-beaded, wallet-sized compact inside holds the mirror, blush and neutral, shimmery shadows you need to create a luxe daytime look a...More |
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Bobbi Brown Shimmer Wash Eye Shadow$20.00This velvety-smooth eye shadow has an ideal amount of shimmer that's not at all glittery. It adds a sheen to your lids that's eye-catching, but not over-the-top shiny. (Still, this shimmer is not ideal for mature skin.) The powder applies and blends easily, and doesn't crumble onto your cheeks throughout the day. It comes i...More |
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Urban Decay Deluxe Eyeshadow$17.00Made for the daring, most of the 12 Urban Decay Deluxe Eye Shadow powders are intense and fluorescent -- anything but subtle. Applied sparingly they take on an almost-pastel hue. When used as liner, they're somewhat discreet; but when used as intended, they look dramatic. The high-quality shadow feels soft and won't crease ...More |
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Clinique Colour Surge Eye Shadow Soft Shimmer$14.00"Soft shimmer" is accurate, but color doesn't "surge." Clinique's Colour Surge Eye Shadow goes on smoothly, feels weightless and has a shimmer factor just one step above matte -- no glitter or high sparkle. The light colors of the 22 shades are somewhat muted, so it's best worn as a base shadow or alone for a subtle finish....More |
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LORAC On Screen Duo$24LORAC's On Screen Duo contains a powder and cream shadow that together will get your eyes red-carpet ready. The frosty finish of the pressed powder shadow (which contains reportedly blemish-friendly white lily extract) makes it perfect for highlighting. The darker cream shadow works well as liner or over the lid for more dr...More |

