There were over 225 best neutral eyeshadow palette temptaliabest neutral eyeshadow palette temptalia reviewed this year, despite it being a “lighter” palette year, so clearly… the trend isn’t going to disappear anytime soon. OF COURSE!! I am going to include my collaboration palettes with Sydney Grace on the list (I just included the deep versions, but the light versions are just as much my favorites). There were a lot of decent palettes, but these were the best neutral eyeshadow palette for beginners and best neutral everyday eyeshadow palette that I really enjoyed using!

best neutral everyday eyeshadow palette

Fenty Beauty Snap Shadows Mix & Match Eye Shadow Palette

No matter the season, you can count on Fenty Beauty’s Snap Shadows Mix & Match Eye Shadow Palette as your go-to essential. These six-pan cases are small, compact, and come in six color palettes that can be used solo or snapped together to mix and match as you please.

Tobi Henney, a makeup artist based in New York City, notes her favorite is True Neutrals: “I love to use the warm brown tone in the crease and then use the top right bronze tone all over the eye for the most beautiful bronzed eye look,” she notes.

Maybelline New York The City Mini Eyeshadow Palettes

Look glam on the go with Maybelline New York’s pigmented and affordable The City Mini Eye Shadow Palette. “[The color scheme] Diamond District is one of my favorites because it has a couple of beautiful neutrals…with a universal shimmer that looks great paired with any color, and some fun pops of color to elevate any look,” says New York City-based makeup artist Amrita Mehta. This versatile palette can easily be used for a subtle look or dramatic smoky eye. “I love using the shades with a wet angle brush as a liner or a fluffy brush for a beautiful wash of color,” adds Mehta.

Prados Beauty The Matriarch Eyeshadow Palette

Prados Beauty’s The Matriarch Eye Shadow Palette is truly wearable art. The brand partnered with artist Steven Paul Judd on this palette filled with 30 deep and vibrant shades of pinks, blues, greens, and more. Los Angeles-based makeup artist Robin Black says, “It’s long-lasting, easy to apply, and has a fun range of colors — plus, you can feel good about supporting an inspiring brand.” Prados Beauty’s overall mission? To give back to fellow indigenous communities.

Makeup by Mario Master Mattes Eye Shadow Palette

“This palette basically covers any neutral tone you could ever need for an eye look,” Henney says regarding the Makeup by Mario Master Mattes Eye Shadow Palette, making it a no-brainer choice for beginners and experts alike. Inspired by real skin tones the brand has tested on, all 12 shades are easily buildable and blend easily. As for the texture, these luxe powders are super light, creamy, and matte. “I love to do a wash of color with one of the lighter shades and then build the crease and undereye area with a darker tone for a super simple everyday or night look,” Henney discloses.

Bossy Cosmetics Style Meets Substance Eyeshadow Palette

“Move over, boring shades of polite beige and ladylike mauve, the nine rich hues from this reasonably-priced palette can be used to create looks that range from va-va-voom to boardroom,” says Black. “These shadows layer well and are excellent used dry or wet.” Each hue present in Bossy Cosmetics’ Style Meets Substance Eyeshadow Palette is named after cities around the world (like Paris, Mumbai, and Cabo San Lucas) filled with ambitious women.

Lamora Exposed Nudes Eyeshadow Palette

If there was ever a must-have beauty product to bring out the glimmer in your eyes, it’s this professional palette from Lamora. Luxuriously pigmented and ultra-micronized, each of the 16 nude hues gives you a smooth, smudge-free, and long-lasting layer of shimmery perfection that looks good with any outfit. The creamy formula is easy to apply, even when you’re on the go, and it comes in a slim, lightweight case with a magnetic lid to make it travel-friendly. Suitable for any skin type or tone, this palette can be used wet or dry, depending on the intensity you desire.

Nyx Professional Makeup Ultimate Shadow Palette

The collection by Nyx Professional offers you a pro-level palette with 16 ultra-creamy and blendable shades. Designed for all complexions and skin types, the palette includes mattes, satins, shimmers, and metallics, and these eyeshadows won’t need a retouch for hours. The coverage is adequately buildable, and you can blend the colors to look bolder and more intense or try a more natural finish. It’s a cruelty-free range and comes in a compact kit that easily fits in your clutch. Here’s a video to help you learn more about the product.

Maybelline New York The 24K Nudes Eyeshadow Palette

Here’s a beautiful range of 12 metallic nudes from Maybelline New York that can make you dazzle wherever you go. These shades are suitable for experimenting with custom combinations in classic tones. From subtle lines and smoky edges to vivid pops of color, every vibe looks gorgeous without smudging or transferring. You can craft duo, trio, or quad-color combos in minutes with this easy-to-apply formula. Check out this video for more information.

Eyeseek Matte Eyeshadow Palette

No need to think twice about wearing bold and shimmery eyeshadows to the beach or pool party, thanks to this range of waterproof and smudge-free colors. With a highly pigmented formula that’s easy to blend, the palette can be an excellent option for those who want the makeup to last all day. From mattes to medium tones and glittery hues, there are 45 sweat-proof and cruelty-free shades. These shades are smooth with a great color payoff and are suitable for sensitive skin.

Wet ‘n Wild Megalast Liquid Catsuit Liquid Eyeshadow

Liquid eyeshadow tends to get a bad rap (it can be messy and feel heavy), but I promise this drugstore liquid eyeshadow will convert all of the haters. It dries down quickly to a long-wearing matte finish, so you don’t have to worry about any annoying transfer.

NYX Love You So Mochi Electric Pastels Eyeshadow Palette

This drugstore eyeshadow is named after mochi because it’s SO freaking soft and bouncy. The silky texture glides right on for a super-smooth, tug-free application. My fave way to use the shades: Blend one of the matte shadows into your crease and swipe one of the glitter shadows on the lower half of your lid.

Rimmel Magnif’eyes Eye Palette, Nude Edition

Neutral shadows that actually show up your lids can be hard to find, which is why this drugstore eyeshadow palette with 12 neutral shades and major color payoff is so amaze. The mix of matte and shimmery pigments complement all skin tones so you can easily experiment with the shades.

CharmCode UCANBE Eyeshadow Palette Set

Featuring 18 versatile shades each, this two-set eyeshadow palette provides you with different textures to create unique looks ranging from subtle to dramatic. While the Twilight Dusk palette comes with a pure metallic glitter shade, ten matte shades, and seven pressed pearls and glitters for a shimmery finish, the Aromas kit contains ten matte, four reflective shades, one concealer base, and three pearl and glittery shades that offer a duo-chromatic finish. Waterproof and easy to blend, this is one of the best matte eyeshadow palettes you can try.

Rimmel Magnif’eyes Nude Edition Eyeshadow Palette

From sultry eyes to subtle nudes, this all-in-one eyeshadow palette from Rimmel can help you create various looks for daily wear or events. It comes in a case of 12 shimmery shades that are intense, long-lasting, and not prone to fading. The high-shimmer formula is ultra-smooth and blendable, suitable for all skin tones and eye colors. These crease- and smear-proof shades can last all day, and you can also use them as highlighters and liners. Moreover, this palette won the 2018 ELLE Beauty Grand Prix in the eyeshadow palette category.