The 13 Best Eyeshadow Palettes for Every Skin Tone and ~Lewk~

With so many different occasions and new makeup trends to try, why limit yourself to just one eyeshadow pot and stifle your vibes? Nah, no thanks. This year, get yourself a whole eyeshadow palette with a full spectrum of shades, tones, and finishes to suit your style, the season, whatever. No matter how you prefer to apply eyeshadow, whether it's just a soft wash of color or a full-on glam cut-crease, these eyeshadow palettes, below, will give you everything you need to create the looks you want (some even come with primer and brushes, FYI). Keep on reading to find out how to choose the best eyeshadow palettes, then shop some of our all-time favorites.

How do I choose an eyeshadow palette?

Besides the obvious shade selection, you've got a few other things worth considering when choosing the best eyeshadow palettes for you. A pro makeup artist would probs want to choose a palette with shades, textures, finishes they have yet to experiment with and maybe even splurge a little on it. But if you're a beginner who frantically scans through all the bright colors in a palette for the one slightly shimmery neutral shade, you'll want to find a set that offers you a pared-down selection of the shades you'll actually use in soft shimmery or satin finishes.

Still, no matter who are, there are a few non-negotiables when searching for the best eyeshadow palettes: High-quality pigment and color payoff, blendable formulas, and good variety, so you can get the best bang for your buck. Need a few recommendations? No prob! We've pulled together the very best eyeshadow palettes, from new launches to classic favorites, below.