Metallic Eyeshadow Shades
Metallic Eyeshadow Shades style guide
The Metallic Eyeshadow Shades Edit
Metallic eyeshadow is a shimmering eye colour with a reflective, foil-like finish that catches the light on your lid. This page gathers metallic eyeshadow in pressed palettes, loose pearl powders and liquid formulas, in shades from soft champagne tones to bold colour, starting from $12.99.
Powder, palette or liquid metallic shadow
Palettes are the easiest way to build a look, and many here mix matte and metallic shades so you can pair a soft base with a shimmering centre. Loose pearl and glitter powders give a more intense metal effect that you can press onto the lid. Liquid metallic eye shadows are quick to apply with the wand, and several listings come as colour sets. Some products are labelled waterproof, so check each title if that matters to you.
Metallic eye makeup ideas
For daytime, tap one metallic shade onto the centre of the lid and blend the edges with a matte neutral. For evenings, layer a deeper metallic shade in the outer corner and a brighter one in the middle. Gold, rose and bronze tones flatter many eye colours, while blue, violet and green metallics make a statement for a party or a festival. A metallic shade also works as a highlight on the inner corner.
Applying it well
A flat brush or your fingertip presses shimmer onto the lid for the strongest effect, while a fluffy brush blends the edges softly. Keep any liquid formula's wand clean and close the tube after each use.
Metallic Eyeshadow Shades FAQs
What makes an eyeshadow metallic?
Metallic shadows have a reflective finish that looks like foil, while shimmer and glitter shadows tend to be pearly or sparkly. Many palettes here include more than one finish.
Is metallic eyeshadow better wet or dry?
Pressing it on with a slightly damp brush or your finger often gives a stronger shine than dusting it on dry. Both work, so choose what suits your look.
Which metallic shades suit my eye colour?
Bronze and copper tend to lift blue eyes, plum and gold suit green eyes, and most metallics work on brown eyes. Experiment with a small amount first.
Can I return a palette that is not right for me?
You have 60 days to return it, and orders over $50 ship free within the United States.