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Best Eyeshadow No. 5: Urban Decay Matte Eyeshadow, $19
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.5*
Why it's great: Readers adore these highly pigmented matte eye shadows for their smooth application and staying power. "They blend well, are buildable and last even without a primer," one reader describes. Another comments that the formula is "not chalky like many matte shadows." Reviewers give kudos for the extensive selection of "unique and vibrant" shades.

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Best Eyeshadow No. 4: Laura Mercier Eye Colour Matte, $23
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.5*
Why it's great: "These little shadows won't crease, migrate or wear off before you take them off," one satisfied reviewer explains. Readers find that the shadows are effortless to apply, ultra-blendable and nicely pigmented. The product comes in "a great color selection, with the most wearable shades." Readers suggest that the darker hues can double as eyeliner. Reviewers agree that these Laura Mercier shadows "are well worth the high price tag."

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Best Eyeshadow No. 3: It Cosmetics Naturally Pretty Eyeshadow Trio, $24
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.5*
Why it's great: According to readers, these trios offer classic, long-lasting neutrals that give eyes a flattering sparkle. "My entire face looks different, thanks to this product. [It] just makes my eyes light up!" one user raves. Readers find that the "perfectly matched color combinations" are "lush, finely milled and oh-so-blendable."

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Best Eyeshadow No. 2: Jane Iredale PurePressed Eye Shadow Triple, $28
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.6*
Why it's great: Readers love this product for its smooth, creamy and gentle application. The colors are "vibrant enough to go from day to evening." One delighted reviewer explains, "I love this product because even though it's natural, it also has beautiful depth of color." Plus, the package itself is ultracompact.

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Best Eyeshadow No. 1: M.A.C. Mineralize Eye Shadow (Duo), $22
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9.6*
Why it's great: "I happen to be a big fan of M.A.C.'s mineralized products," gushes one reader. "I find that they are gorgeous, highly pigmented, and that they go on SO smoothly!" Other users say the eyeshadow lasts all day and fits nicely with almost all skin tones -- as they have a wide array of colors. "I love how the color catches the light and has sort of a luminous pearlized quality to it," says one reader. "All of the colors are so beautiful!"

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If you haven't stashed one of these best eyeshadows in your makeup bag, then you might be familiar with this scenario: You start your day with perfectly made-up eyes. Your lashes are long and lifted, your cat-eye wings are as symmetrical as they'll ever be and your eyeshadow is blended so skillfully that you wish you could give yourself a high five. But a few hours later, you glance in the bathroom mirror to find a pair of shockingly faded, creased eyelids. What was a makeup masterpiece this morning is now a hot mess. We've all been there.

The solution? These 12 best eyeshadows. Our readers report that these face-saving products survive the 9-to-5 grind with flying colors. The best part? The No. 1 pick is under $10. Thank the makeup gods and get yourself ready for 12 glorious game-changers.

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