Beauty trends rotate between seasons just like fashion obsessions. Of course, what's currently in can vary depending on your go-to source. This summer everything from blurred lips to blonzer and even faux freckles are supposedly in. Instead of trying to sort it all out, we're going with a failsafe. Monochromatic makeup is easy to master with the assistance of the best monochromatic eyeshadow palettes.
Relying on only one color guarantees consistency, especially when it comes in several similar shades. You can simply flaunt one hue or layer all of them for a more defined look. Fortunately, there are quite a few stellar options. If your favorite eyeshadow color is pink, pick up Charlotte Tilbury's palette. Purple more your thing? See Lancôme's amethyst lineup. ColourPop's creation will have you over the moon, while Glossier's number has gold fans and their eyelids covered.
Here are the best monochromatic eyeshadow palettes to experiment with season after season.
Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte's Palette of Beautifying Eye Trends in Pink Love, $60 at Revolve
Charlotte Tilbury's monochromatic eyeshadow palette is a pink lover's dream. It boasts nine flattering shades in matte, shimmer and pop finishes. The formula is cruelty-free and doesn't contain any parabens, formaldehydes, phthalates, coal tar or sulphates.
Lancôme Color Design Eyeshadow Palette in Reflet D Amethyste, $65 at Nordstrom
This palette holds lustrous powders in perfect shades of purple. The formula supplies a silky sheen along with a radiant finish. Plus, the eyeshadows stay put for up to eight hours.
ColourPop Blue Moon Blue Eyeshadow Palette, $14 at ColourPop
ColourPop's palette gives you the blues. In the best possible way, of course. The ultra-pigmented pressed powder formula applies and blends easily. The impressive range of eyeshadows come in matte, metallic and duo chrome finishes.
Glossier Monochromes Essential Eyeshadow Trio in Rosin, $14 at Glossier
A refillable trio of buildable powders that's as good as gold. There's a matte, a satin and a metallic plus each one glides on smooth minus any creasing. Wear each finish separately or layered for a more enhanced look.
NARS Quad Eyeshadow in Koh Rong, $52 at Nordstrom
Monochromatic neutral palettes are surprisingly versatile. Take NARS' long-lasting, high-impact color quad. There are four matte hues, including a nude oatmeal brown, a neutral brown, a milk tea brown and a dark neutral brown.
E.L.F. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Açaí You, $3 at E.L.F. Cosmetics
In this case, smaller is better. This mini palette has both matte and shimmer shades with a high-impact formula that blends beautifully. It's also great for on-the-go touch-ups.
KimChi Chic Beauty Jewel Collection in 02 Emerald, $15.99 at KimChi Chic Beauty
KimChi Chic Beauty's gorgeous green palette offers long-lasting pigmented shades. The matte finishes are smooth and velvety. Use the glitter eyeshadow when you want to jazz up your look.
Kaja Eye Bento Eyeshadow Trio in Blueberry Bingsu, $28 at Nordstrom
Kaja puts a bento spin on the eyeshadow palette with these bite-size stacks. Each houses creamy powder eyeshadow that can be easily applied with your fingers. Rock one shade on its own or layer with the others for a multidimensional effect.
Clé de Peau Beauté Eye Color Quad in 2/Beach Pebbles, $110 at Clé de Peau Beauté
The brand's luxurious quad features finely milled shades for smooth finishes. The primer actually has skin care benefits, including premium argan oil, so your eyelids will stay moisturized for eight hours. There's also light-reflecting technology.
