17 one-and-done eyeshadows that will do the work for you

A luxurious liquid shadow that delivers a luminous, satin finish. The kind of refined shimmer that looks expensive—but in that ideal understated but eye-catching way.

rem beauty Lustrous Liquid Eyeshadow

They have matte colours as well but their glitter eyeshadows deliver a celestial-level glow to your lids. The formula is ultra lightweight and glides on effortlessly, depositing a high-shine metallic finish that feels barely there yet lasts for hours.

Rare Beauty All Of The Above Weightless Eyeshadow Stick

A soft-matte shadow stick. Just swipe, a quick buff and no one needs to know you pulled this off during your commute.

NARS Total Seduction Eyeshadow Stick

A silky, high-impact shadow that glides on smoothly and lasts all day. Think of it as the red-brown shade Strip Down as the little black dress of eyeshadows–always appropriate, effortlessly flattering and endlessly wearable.

Dior Mono Couleur Couture High-Color Eyeshadow

A finely milled, high-pigment powder infused with skincare ingredients like aloe vera for a smooth, luxurious finish. The kind of eyeshadow that makes even a single wash of colour feel intentional.

Kay Beauty Eyeshadow Sticks

A blendable, long-wearing formula that delivers smooth, even pigment. For the days when you need your makeup to match your schedule: quick, efficient, and entirely unbothered.

Shiseido Pop PowderGel Eye Shadow

A hybrid formula that blends like a cream but sets like a powder for all-day wear. If eyeshadows could be overachievers, this would be the valedictorian.

Pixi Endless Shade Stick

A crease-resistant, shimmer-infused crayon that glides on without dragging. It’s the kind of product that makes you wonder why you ever bothered with blending brushes in the first place.

Kiko Milano Water Eyeshadow

A unique wet-to-dry formula that delivers a radiant, almost metallic sheen. Like jewellery for your lids—polished, luminous, and designed to catch the light.

Urban Decay Moondust Eyeshadows

A viral internet favourite, this is an ultra-fine, high-shimmer formula that gives lids a soft-focus sparkle. Because sometimes, the difference between ‘effortless’ and ‘elevated’ is just the right amount of glitter.

ColourPop Super Shock Shadows