As I mentioned with the loose powders, I love when makeup serves more than just one purpose, which is exactly why I want to share my favorite vegan and cruelty free eyeshadows that also serve as perfect highlighters.
L to R: Nabla Atom, Makeup Geek Shimma Shimma, 100% Pure Champagne, Colourpop Fringe, Milani Bella Chiffon, Coloured Raine Champagne Life
- "Atom" Eyeshadow, Nabla, $7. Described as a "brightener with beige-pink undertone", this shadow gives a beautifully subtle sheen without being overly glittery or sparkly.
- "Shimma Shimma" Eyeshadow, Makeup Geek, $6. This one is described as a "Metallic Champagne" and has a stunningly subtle peachy pink undertone.
- "Champagne" Fruit Pigmented Eyeshadow, 100% Pure, $19. This is a gorgeous subtle champagne with golden highlights. It is naturally dyed with fruit pigments instead of minerals or synthetic dyes, which makes it an ideal choice for sensitive skin.
- "Fringe" Super Shock Shadow, Colourpop, $5. A metallic "shimmering champagne with gold and silver glitter" this one is incredibly bright and sparkly. It has a unique cream-to-powder texture as with all of Colourpop's shadows.
- "Bella Chiffon" Gel Powder Eyeshadow, Milani, $5. This is a lovely pigmented creamy ivory shadow with just enough shimmer in it. I also love that Milani labels all of their vegan shades on their website.
- "Champagne Life" Eyeshadow, Coloured Raine, $7. This is a stunning iridescent gold, and is particularly eye catching as an inner corner highlight.
L to R: e.l.f. Enchanted, Kat Von D Thunderstruck, e.l.f. Brushed Copper, Nabla Sugar, Makeup Geek Starry Eyed, Coloured Raine Chameleon
- "Enchanted" Baked Studio Eyeshadow, e.l.f., $3. This is a warm peachy gold with a stunning duo chrome quality to it. The texture is naturally very similar to e.l.f.'s Baked Highlighters, which are included in the pressed powders guide.
- "Thunderstruck" Metal Crush Eyeshadow, Kat Von D, $21. Described as a "metallic pearl", this one has a unique iridescence similar to that of Nabla's Angel Glow. The photo really doesn't do this one justice.
- "Brushed Copper" Aqua Beauty Molten Eyeshadow, $4. Although named as a copper shade, this has a gorgeous shimmery golden champagne hue and a texture similar to the NYX Illuminators.
- "Sugar" Eyeshadow, Nabla, $7. A "Duochrome flesh pink with soft champagne-gold highlights", this one is a pretty pinky shade for all over the lid. It also makes for a stunning cheek highlight, perfect for the pink highlight trend. It is part of the Nabla Mermaid Collection which I previously reviewed.
- "Starry Eyed" Foiled Eyeshadow, Makeup Geek, $10. Described as a "Light champagne beige with slight pink undertones and a foiled finish", this is a beautifully bright and buttery shimmery pink.
- "Chameleon" Eyeshadow, Coloured Raine, $7. This shadow makes for a unique lavender highlight which gives a stunning extraterrestrial glow.
