Smashbox Cover Shot Eyeshadow Palette
With so many eyeshadow palettes on the market — from the OG Naked Palette from OC’s Urban Decay and all of its imposters to new releases every week — it’s easy to get overwhelmed. That’s doubly true when each compact houses over a dozen shades. While they may be pretty to look at (and to snap on Instagram), in practice, you’re more likely to use just a few of the hues and leave the rest high and dry. L.A.’s very own Smashbox Cosmetics has the solution with its latest release, which eschews extra colors and offers just what you need for a perfect eye look every time.
Available in seven different color combinations, the new Smashbox Cover Shot Eyeshadow Palette ($29) ranges from bold, look-at-me rainbow hues (that rainbow palette might be the one option that has a few special-occasion colors) to everyday neutrals and rosy options, there’s a palette for every look and every girl. Each palette is a perfectly curated range, which can offer up no-makeup makeup combinations and smoky eye looks alike. They’re small and portable, too, so they’re just the thing to reach for when you’re traveling and don’t have your whole makeup arsenal at hand. The velvety formula has a subtle shimmer (except for the all-matte palette) that’s easy to blend and lasts all day — Smashbox was formulated to work under harsh studio lights, after all. Actress Shay Mitchell isn’t just the face of the new campaign, she’s the one that brought together the offerings in each palette. The girl on the go isn’t just an actress and social media maven, she’s an avid makeup junkie, too, so know that you’re in good company every time you swipe these shadows on.
Available at Sephora.
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