How to choose the best eyeshadow palette?

Eye shadow  can showcase your creativity in makeup and there are plenty of options to choose from. While this variety is an advantage, it can also make decision-making difficult. To choose an eyeshadow , you need to consider various factors, including skin tone and eye color, two examples of which. Read on for more information.

1.Choosing eyeshadow and its impact on facial appearance.

While there are no strict rules for using eyeshadow , not all colors complement each other well. This article answers the question of how to choose the right eyeshadow  color to achieve the best and most suitable makeup look.

You probably agree that although eyeshadow  is applied at the end of the makeup process, it is one of the most important steps. By learning the tips presented in this article, you can choose the right colors from an eyeshadow palette and combine them in a way that creates a more attractive look.

 

2.Why are neutral and nude eyeshadow shades so popular?

Neutral and nude eyeshadow shades are very popular because they easily look beautiful to most people. That's why neutral and nude shades are among the most important colors in eyeshadow palettes.

In addition to the importance of choosing the right color for eyeshadow, having neutral and nude shades in makeup products is necessary. These shadows are suitable for both simple and everyday makeup, as well as for classic and long-lasting makeup.

But the common question is whether neutral colors differ from nude colors or if they are the same color spectrum?

Although most women believe that neutral colors are the same as nude colors, this is a common mistake. Nude colors are closer to the natural color of the skin, such as bone, beige, wheat or mauve and brown.

Neutral colors are usually complex colors that have different underlying colors and their appearance changes depending on the light. For example, beige, grayish-brown, gray, cream, black, and white are neutral colors.

3.Choosing the right color when buying eyeshadow

There is a general rule for choosing the right color for eyeshadow . Choose colors that are two shades lighter or darker than the natural color behind the eyelid. Below, we examine suitable colors based on different skin tones.

Neutral and nude shades for fair skin Neutral shades are more suitable for those with fair skin. Colors like pinky beige, rose gold, and champagne are suitable for these individuals. Even light golden and bronze colors are suitable for them.

Neutral and nude shades for medium and olive skin Warmer colors are suitable for these individuals. Choose shades with brownish, golden brown, copper, bronze, honey, and peach colors.

Neutral and nude shades for dark and greenish skin Darker colors are more suitable for these individuals. Gold, bronze, and even wine colors are suitable for them.

4.Choosing Eye Shadow Shade that Matches Your Eye Color

One of the best ways to choose an eye shadow shade is to select it based on your eye color. By using the color wheel, you can choose complementary colors for this purpose; colors that are opposite your eye color on the color wheel. Monochromatic colors, which are exactly the same color as your eyes but with different degrees of darkness or brightness, are also a good choice for eye shadow.

The choice of which one to use ultimately depends on the final look you want to achieve.

Complementary colors make your eyes appear clearer and more prominent, while monochromatic colors give a more pleasing appearance. Once you can find the right colors for yourself, choosing an eye shadow palette becomes easier. You can also use makeup products with more confidence and be sure that you will ultimately have a beautiful makeup look.

5.How can we use the color wheel to choose eye shadow shades?

The color wheel is a circular diagram that displays primary colors such as red, blue, and yellow, as well as secondary colors that are created by combining the primary colors. Another part of the color wheel displays tertiary colors that are located next to the secondary colors.

With this color wheel, you can find complementary colors. Any two colors that are located directly across from each other on the wheel are complementary colors. For example, blue and orange are located opposite each other on the wheel, so they are complementary colors.

Now, you can also consider these complementary colors when buying eye shadow. If your eye color is blue, you can use eye shadows that have orange tones in them.

If you want to use monochromatic eye shadow, simply choose a shade that is the same color as your eyes, but one or two shades lighter or darker.

Choosing eyeshadow  colors for brown and black eyes

 

These colors are not in the color wheel, but there's no need to worry. For these eye colors, as neutral colors, you can use any eyeshadow color.

If your eyes are brown and have a reddish undertone, green eyeshadow  will make your eyes stand out more because red and green are complementary colors.

If your eyes are light brown or have a yellowish undertone, purple eyeshadows will make them stand out more because purple and yellow are opposite each other.

All neutral colors such as bronze, gold, various shades of brown, and others match this eye color.

Choosing eyeshadow  color for blue eyes

If you look at the color wheel, orange is right opposite blue. So, if you have blue eyes, look for eyeshadow colors with a hint of orange. Colors like peach, orangey browns, brick, terracotta, copper, and bronze are suitable for these people.

Choosing eyeshadow  color for green eyes

In the color wheel, red is opposite to green. To make your eyes more beautiful, use eyeshadows with a hint of red. Colors like burgundy, eggplant purples, bronze, reddish browns, and cranberry are suitable for you. Pink eyeshadows are also suitable for milder makeup looks.

Choose the Right Eyeshadow  Colors for Hazel Eyes

Hazel eyes are a combination of brown and green hues. If the brown color is dominant, choose complementary shades of brown, and if green is dominant, go for shades that complement green. If your hazel eyes lean more towards brown, various shades will suit you, and if they lean towards green, choose shades with red undertones.

Choosing Eyeshadow Colors for Brown Eyes

Brown eyes are a combination of various colors, and typically have blue or green undertones.

If blue is dominant, choose eyeshadows that complement blue tones, and if green is dominant, go for shades that complement green.

You can also choose a monochromatic look, with silver or brownish shades.

Keep in mind that the appearance of your eyes will change based on the eyeshadow colors you choose. Therefore, it's a good idea to experiment with different colors to determine which shades are most suitable for you and create the desired look for your eyes.

 

6.How to Choose the Right Eyeshadow Combination?

After deciding which eyeshadow color is suitable for your eyes and face, you should be able to find the right color combination for yourself.
For simple and subtle makeup looks, you can choose only one color, which should be a neutral medium color that you apply all over the eyelid. To achieve the best results, use an eyeshadow primer first to make the eyelid surface completely smooth and wrinkle-free so that the eyeshadow stays well behind the eyelid and doesn't cause any problems during the day.
For more complex makeup looks, multiple eyeshadow colors are usually used, with the most common type being the use of three different colors. But how do you choose these three colors?

 

1.Choosing a base color

Start by using a neutral, matte color that closely resembles the natural color of your eyelid. This color should not be more than one or two shades darker or lighter than your natural skin tone. Apply this shade all over your eyelid as the base color.

The purpose of using this color is to make your eyelid smooth and uniform, so that other colors blend well together.

2.Using a combination of light, medium, and dark shades

Take a look at your eyeshadow  palette and decide on these three colors for your combination. The base color you chose can be the light shade in this spectrum.

The goal of combining these three colors is to add depth and dimension to your eyelid, and ensure that the colors blend seamlessly with each other without any harsh lines or gaps.

3.Using combination palettes

When buying eye shadow, try to buy palettes that are a combination of different colors and a mix of matte and shimmer shades. You may prefer a matte look, but keep in mind that shimmer shadows make your eyes appear bigger and more visible.

Use shimmer shadows on the outer part of your eyelids. This technique will make your eyes appear larger. Apply matte shadows on the crease of your eyelids. Of course, if you don't like shimmer shadows, choosing a completely matte eye makeup look is fine, but if you want your face to look more radiant, you can also use a little bit of shimmer shadow.

4.Using Neutral Colors

When choosing a color for eye shadow, try to include a neutral color in this combination. Using neutral colors alongside bright colors creates a balance in the overall appearance of your face. For example, if you want to use purple eye shadow, use colors such as a grayish-brown and soft, pale pinks that are close to nude.

 

7.How to do a monochrome eyeshadow?

Monochrome eyeshadow  means using different shades of the same color to create the shadow. That is, using a single color but with darker and lighter shades.

For this type of eyeshadow, choose the appropriate color according to the explanations we gave earlier. Choose different shades of the same color that are a few degrees darker and a few degrees lighter. As we explained about combining dark and light shadows, use different shades of the same color and apply it to the eyelid.

One of the advantages of this style of eyeshadow  is that it can be suitable for different situations. For example, if you use neutral and nude colors, it is suitable for everyday makeup, and if you use special colors, it is suitable for special occasions such as parties. In fact, you can change this style of eyeshadow according to the situation by choosing the right color.

8.Which eyeshadow colors look better together?

To combine colors, you need to pay attention to their harmony. You cannot use any color next to each other and expect it to look attractive in the end.

Consider these points to select colors that you can use together:

• Monochromatic colors, which belong to one color and its family (monochromatic shadow)
• Gold and nude colors
• Grayish-brown and cream colors
• Beige, taupe, and complementary colors

Do not overlook these combinations to use more distinctive and unique colors:

• Green and red family (such as olive and burgundy)
• Blue and orange family (such as teal and navy)
• Yellow and purple family (such as purple and gold)

To choose the right eyeshadow shade, you should consider two factors: skin tone and eye color. Ultimately, considering these factors, you can choose a palette that combines matte and shimmery shades. If you cannot afford multiple palettes, choose neutral and nude colors that are suitable for almost any style and face. You can also choose a monochrome eyeshadow that consists of different shades of a single color.