Eyeshadows & palettes

For beginners, choose a neutral palette with a range of light to dark matte shades, plus one or two subtle shimmer options. The Lancôme Hypnôse 5-Color Eyeshadow Palette in shades such as French Nude or Nude Sculptural offers a complete selection of complementary tones that blend together effortlessly. Discover the full Hypnôse collection to discover all available palette colourways and formats. One palette in a harmonious range covers most everyday and evening occasions without requiring advanced blending skills.

Eyeshadow can be applied using various tools such as brushes, sponges, or even fingers. Brushes offer more precision and control, allowing for different blending techniques. Sponges can provide a more natural, diffused look. Your fingers offer the most direct application and can be useful for smudging or blending out harsh lines. Ultimately, the choice of applicator depends on the eye shadow or makeup eyeshadow palettes being used, desired effect, and individual comfort level.

Eyeshadow colours that flatter every complexion are typically neutral shades, such as brown, beige and nude. Neutral shades can be effortlessly intensified or softened to create an everyday makeup look, a special-occasion look or even a glamorous look. For example, you can use the Hypnôse 5-Color Eyeshadow Palette in the “French Nude” colour family or Idôle Café Crush Eyeshadow Palette to create a classic, elegant brown smoky eye look that suits everyone.

Create a bright or opaque base on the lid first, using a white or complexion-toned eyeshadow or an eye primer. This allows the colour layered above to truly stand out. Choose a richly pigmented palette and apply the shadow with a flat brush, using patting motions rather than sweeping blends for the initial application. Discover the Lancôme soft glam makeup guide for beginners, with eye application techniques designed to flatter every complexion. Illuminate the inner corner and brow bone with a light, warm shimmer for maximum radiance.

Eye primer specifically formulated for lids offers the best combination of crease prevention and pigment adhesion. Concealer can substitute in a pinch and works reasonably well when set with powder, but it tends to crease more quickly. Browse all Lancôme makeup gift sets to find palettes that include a coordinating primer or base product for a complete eye look. For long events, high-humidity environments or very oily eyelids, a dedicated eye primer is worth using.