Choosing an eyeshadow for blue eyes is easy because blue itself is such a versatile color. Blue eyes are more common among European and American stars, and they have tried various color combinations. Cool colors include green, blue, purple and pink; warm colors include yellow, orange, brown and so on. These colors can be subdivided. Pink can be divided into champagne and peach; purple can be divided into lavender, violet and plum. Gold and silver can be paired to create a shining effect with shimming pearls.
As most people tried, warm brown and dark brown go well with blue eyes. You can incorporate dark brown into eye folds and use soft and warmer colors on the eyelids for contrast, creating a smoky eye. You can also choose monochrome. A simple gold eye shadow can make blue eyes stand out. In addition, applying a soft and creamy champagne eyeshadow can help create a pair of attractive and deep eyes.
Based on users’ reviews and some experts’ advice, and trials by our testers over all kinds of eyeshadow, we round up 10 best items for blue eyes. If you didn’t try any of these before, trust me, they will give you a big surprise.
View MoreWhen it comes to smokey eye makeup, we have to mention Victoria Beckham, which is its most iconic makeup. Victoria Beckham's products are gorgeous and pure in color, especially its popular eyeshadows with multiple shades and delicate texture. Smoky Eye Brick is an eyeshadow suitable for blue eyes, which compresses 4 colors in one compact. It is available in five shades on the official website. No matter which one you choose, it will not go wrong. Finely-milled and light-weighted, this unscented formula is very easy to remove. This pearlescent, long-lasting formula glides on effortlessly, and is also easy to smudge. If you want to create smoky makeup, it is recommended to choose the Tuxedo shade. Royal is said to be the shade used by Victoria Beckham in the royal wedding ceremony of Prince Harry. Whether applying it in single or multiple layers, there will be different looks, which makes your eye deep-set and charming. Its packaging is also worth mentioning. The delicate tiny metal box is weightless in hand, which is easy to carry around when traveling. However, it is quite pricey, sold for $56 on the official website.
It is recommended by Byrdie,” Warm browns and deep espresso shades pair perfectly with blue eyes. You can use a contrasting palette of warm tones to create a smoky eye like this one here, you're also fine to go solo and use them alone when wanting to warm up the lid without any extra work. To recreate this look, blend the deeper brown tones into the crease for a dramatic effect, and use the softer, warmer tones on the lid for contrast.”
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Among three series of Urban Decay Naked palette, the best seller, Naked Heat palette, is most worth purchasing. With 12 shades in one palette, you can blend different colors to create a unique finish. Some shades of this multifunctional palette can be used not only as eyeshadow, but also as highlighter and bronzer, suitable for all seasons. Highly pigmented and finely milled, this eyeshadow palette contains different textures of pearly lustre, matte and shimmer without fallout. Besides, it creates delicate, deep-set eye looks for all skin tones from light to dark. It is also recommended for single eyelids and hooded eyes, for it creates perfect finishes. It is quite long-lasting. Even if you wipe it with your hands, it rarely fades. Then if you are still worried about its durability, you can use some makeup setting spray. In addition, it also comes with an eyeshadow brush, which is soft and easy to apply. Although it is priced at $54 on the official website, it is still extremely cost-effective. This is definitely an eyeshadow that cannot be missed, for there are so many shades in one palette to make your makeup different every day.
Urban Decay Naked Heat palette is recommended by Allure, “It sounds crazy, but orange eye shadow will set your blue eyes ablaze. ‘Blue and orange are directly opposite each other on the color wheel, so it creates a strong contrast,’ explains Baraf. Urban Decay's Naked Heat palette is full of beautifully intense orange and copper shades that can be applied solo or blended for a look that's eye-catchingly (sorry) stunning.”
Laura Mercier eyeshadows are so colorful, for Caviar Stick Eye Color has 44 different colors available on the official website. If you are blue-eyed, it is recommended to use the Copper shade. Fine and pearlescent, it is highly pigmented regardless of your skin tone. And it makes your eyes charming especially in the light or sunlight. Unlike regular eyeshadows, it is pen-shaped and easy to use. You can apply it directly to your eyelids even without a brush. The natural Copper can be used not only as an eyeshadow, but also a highlight stick. Long-lasting and water-proof, it rarely fades even in hot summer. Besides, it can also be used to fill in the fine lines of the eye and eliminate eye wrinkles, which is a great advantage. So, even if you have wrinkles, it makes you look very young. The official claims that” This extremely versatile cream eyeshadow stick delivers effortless application, intense, buildable color and up to 12-hour wear. Pigment-rich shades in creamy shimmer and matte finishes glide seamlessly onto the lids, staying crease and transfer-resistant.” However, some users complain that it is hard to be removed. So, it is recommended to use professional eye& lip makeup remover. The official website also launched a mini package. If you are not sure which color to buy, it is recommended to buy a mini package for a try.
L'Oreal Paris's products are always affordable and effective, favored by lots of women. Among its various eye shadow products, Infallible 24HR Eye Shadow is a one-color eye shadow available in 21 shades on the official website, priced at only $7.99. This unique formula is creamy, slightly pearly, delicate and soft, which is highly pigmented and very long-lasting. The official website claims that, “For the 1st time ever, L’Oréal Paris introduces an ultra-intense eye shadow that lasts from day until dawn—a full 24 hours. This revolutionary formula fuses the ease of a powder with the velvety caress of a cream to create a unique hybrid that glides on effortlessly. And with its unique technology, your eyes are enhanced with pure, magnified pigment.” If you have blue eyes, you can choose the shades such as Amber Rush, bronzed taupe, Eternal Sunshine, timeless blue spark, which makes your eyes look deep-set. You can also choose several different shades to apply multiple layers, creating various looks. Infallible 24HR Eye Shadow is water resistant, so it is a good choice when you want to attend a party.
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Inspired by threads of CHANEL tweed, Chanel Les 4 Ombres Multi-Effect Quadra Eyeshadow is very popular. There are four tones in an eyeshadow palette. It is available in 20 shades, among which 332-noir supreme and 334-modern glamour are limited editions. However, if you have blue eyes, shade 204-tisse vendome is the most suitable for you. This shade is gentle and beautiful, whether multi-coated or single-coated, suitable for all seasons. It is fine, soft and slightly pearlescent. It is also very natural when applied on the eyelids, even suitable for hooded eyes. It wins for bendability and is long-lasting without feathering. Some users commented that "Truly a prestige product. The pigments are gorgeous and I don't experience any of the flaking/smudging that sometimes occurs with other pressed powder shadows." It is very suitable for daily use. However, shade 204 is not so highly pigmented, so it needs to be applied multiple layers when you need obvious makeup effect. The only drawback may be its high price. It is sold for $62 on the official website, so it is recommended if you are not on a budget.
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WANDER BEAUTY's eye makeup products are very famous, and many of them were the winners of the Allure Beauty Award. Wanderess™ eyeshadow palettes have several series with exquisite packaging. Rush Eyeshadow Palette is a best seller, which never goes wrong for blue eyes. Wanderess™ Rush Eyeshadow Palette features six pearlescent and matte eyeshadows that are very beautiful when blended. It is also multifunctional. In addition to an eyeshadow, HUSTLE can also be used as a highlighter to brighten the brow bones and cheekbones. Highly pigmented and long-lasting, this eyeshadow also effectively nourishes the skin. Containing Cranberry Seed Oil and Rosehip Oil, this formula fights free radicals, moisturizes the skin, reduces and camouflages fines lines and wrinkles. So, if you have wrinkles on your face, you can use it boldly. Its ingredients are safe, so sensitive or acne-prone skin can use it with confidence. The packaging of Wanderess™ Rush Eyeshadow Palette is inspired by city life, which is stylish and exquisite. However, this eyeshadow palette does not come with an eyeshadow brush, so you need to equip one by yourself.
Hourglass Scattered Light Glitter Eyeshadow is a stylish one-color eyeshadow infused with glitter. It is available in 9 shades on the official website. If you have blue eyes, it is recommended to choose shade Vivid-Olive, which makes you look smart, alert and vigorous. Scattered Light Glitter Eyeshadow is ultra-fine. It is infused with glitter for a sparkling but not overdoing finish, especially under light or sunshine. Lightweight without feathering, it wins for pigment and bendability. You can apply it directly on your eyelids with your fingertips. Hourglass is no-cruelty with a safe formula, free of fragrance, talc, sulfates and other sensitized ingredients. So, sensitive skin can also use it with confidence. It is sold for $29 on the official website and it is not recommended to hooded eyes.
Charlotte Tilbury has a lot of eye makeup products, and often launches new products, but they are generally pricey. Luxury Palette is a classic eyeshadow palette available in 18 shades on the official website. It features four pearlescent and matte colors in one eyeshadow palette. You can choose one of them or combine several together to create various looks. Its fine powder is easy to dip, and it also wins for pigment and bendability. So, it is recommended to apply a small amount with multiple layers. If you have blue eyes, it is recommended to use The Rebel, which is fine, soft, long-lasting, and glides on effortlessly, even oily skin can use it with confidence. It has a soft gleam, shining like sticking fine diamonds on the eyelid. Blending and layering several shades together can also create sexy smokey makeup. It should be noted that it is quite pricey, sold for $53 on the official website. However, you can choose the interest-free installment on the official website.
Lancome has long been known for its skincare products, and its make-up products are also excellent. Color Design 5 PAN Eyeshadow Palette has almost no negative comments. There are five tones in this eyeshadow palette. Light tones can be used as a primer, and dark tones can enhance the makeup effect. Its color is very pure and beautiful, whether applied in single or multiple layers. It is available in 15 shades on the official website. If your eyes are blue, the shades 103 golden frenzy, 207 petal pusher, and 401 midnight rush are recommended, which make your eyes look deeper and more charming. Color Design 5 PAN Eyeshadow Palette wins for pigment and bendability, so it is recommended to apply a small amount with multiple times until creating a perfect look. It is slightly pearlescent to make your eyes look multi-dimensional. Many users recommended it after applying, and a user said," People call me a product junkie. There are few eyeshadows, few brands I haven't tried, but I return again and again to these iconic, magnificent Lancome shadows! They are butter-soft, glide on, and are endlessly blendable. They are beautifully and finely milled and wear a very long time. Few palettes compare to these. Thank you, Lancome, for making eye magic with these!" It comes with a small brush in the box for on-the-go touch-ups. It is quite pricey, sold for $50 on the official website. However, you can check it to see if there are any discounts.
Huda Beauty has a lot of eyeshadow series with various shades. Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette is available in 10 shades on the official website, and each palette has nine colors. When you attend a party or a holiday event, you can choose the shades Sapphire, Emerald, Amethyst, and Gemstone, which are bold and stylish, to make you stand out from the crowd. The shades Topaz and Coral are more suitable for daily use. If you want to create a smokey look, you can choose the shade Smokey. If you have blue eyes, it is recommended to choose shade Warm Brown, which is a brown eyeshadow with one golden shimmer in the middle and matte tones in other blocks. Ultra fine and highly pigmented, it wins for bendability and is easy to fill without feathering. It does not come with a brush, so you need to prepare one by yourself. If you are a novice, it is recommended to use a small amount with multiple times to avoid overdoing your makeup. You can pick several colors and blend them to make the color transition naturally on your eyelids. Its price is affordable, but its packaging is not small enough to carry around.