Best eyeshadow July 2026
Finding the right eyeshadow can be a challenge with so many options available. This guide helps you compare the best products on the market, from versatile palettes and convenient sticks to innovative primers. Our independent ranking makes it easy to see the pros and cons of each and choose the perfect eyeshadow for your needs.
Last updated: 23 June 2026
Max Factor Masterpiece Nude Eyeshadow Palette dropped 3 positions
Eyeshadow Palette: Top 5
1
Inglot Duraline Pigmentprimer
from £14.063 stores
from £14.06
3 stores
2
Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick
from £15.006 stores
from £15.00
6 stores
3
Makeup Revolution Forever Flawless Eyeshadow Palette
from £4.495 stores
from £4.49
5 stores
4
Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Eyeshadow Palette
from £18.459 stores
from £18.45
9 stores
5
Max Factor Masterpiece Nude Eyeshadow Palette
from £4.396 stores
3
from £4.39
6 stores
Inglot Duraline is a unique liquid that transforms powder eyeshadows into a waterproof, long-lasting liquid formula. A single drop can intensify colours, revive dried-out products, or act as a primer for enhanced staying power, making it a highly versatile tool for any makeup collection.
Pros
Makes any powder eyeshadow waterproof
Enhances pigment intensity
Versatile use as primer or mixing medium
Generous 9 ml quantity
Cons
Not a standalone eyeshadow product
Requires separate pigments to be useful
The Bobbi Brown Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick offers rich, buildable colour in a convenient, easy-to-use stick. Its waterproof formula glides on smoothly and lasts all day without creasing or smudging, making it perfect for quick and effortless eye looks.
Pros
Waterproof and long-wearing formula
Convenient stick format, no brush needed
Available in matte and glossy finishes
Wide range of available colours
Cons
Small quantity (1.6 ml/g)
Less versatile than a multi-shade palette
The Makeup Revolution Forever Flawless palette is packed with 18 shades, offering incredible variety in a single package. With a mix of matte and glossy finishes in colours ranging from neutrals to bold tones, it's designed for endless creative looks.
Pros
Huge variety with 18 shades
Mix of matte and glossy finishes
Versatile colour story for many looks
Cons
Small amount of product per pan (1.1 ml/g)
Cream formula may crease without a good primer
The Charlotte Tilbury Luxury Eyeshadow Palette is a curated quad of four high-quality eyeshadows designed to work together seamlessly. The shades are formulated to prime, enhance, smoke, and pop, providing everything you need for a sophisticated eye look in a compact, travel-friendly case.
Pros
Curated quad for an easy, complete look
Features matte and glossy finishes
Compact size is great for travel
Good quantity per shade (5.2 g total)
Cons
Limited to only four shades
Less versatile than larger palettes
The Max Factor Masterpiece Nude Eyeshadow Palette features eight complementary shades for creating a variety of nude eye looks. Containing a mix of matte and glossy powder eyeshadows, it lets you sculpt, define, and highlight your eyes for any occasion.
Pros
Versatile range of 8 nude shades
Includes both matte and glossy finishes
Good for creating both day and night looks
Cons
Powder formula can have some fallout
Colour story is limited to nudes
Compare specifications
| Type | Liquid | Stick | Cream | Cream | Powder |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of shades | — | 2 | 18 | 4 | 8 |
| Colour | — | Black, White, Grey, Brown, Blue, Red, Orange, Gold, Green, Beige, Pink, Purple, Bronze | Brown, Red, Green, Pink, Bronze | Brown, Blue, Red, Gold, Transparent, Green, Pink, Purple, Bronze, Copper | Black, Brown, Red, Gold, Beige, Pink, Bronze |
| Quantity | 9 ml/g | 1.6 ml/g | 1.1 ml/g | 5.2 ml/g | — |
| Features | — | Waterproof, Matte, Glossy | Matte, Glossy | Matte, Glossy | Matte, Glossy |
How we create the list
The ranking is updated monthly and is based on data we collect from our own platform. Products that rank highly are popular among our users while also maintaining high quality according to editorial expert assessments. Specifically, we weigh how many users follow the product via price alerts or lists, how it is rated by experts and users, as well as how much traffic it generates to stores and how well it is represented in retail. The texts on this page are AI-generated and created to give you a quick and clear overview. No products are paid placements – the ranking is driven solely by data.
