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Best Liquid Eye Shadows

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Finding the ideal liquid eye shadow can be tricky. You want the formula to be pigmented, comfortable to wear, and provide the punch of colour or shimmer you crave without creasing. Fortunately, POPSUGAR editors have tried hundreds of varieties over the years and can recommend the most high-quality choices out there.

From glitter-packed formulas from brands like Stila and NYX Professionals to metallics from PYT Beauty and Kosas, you're sure to find an option you'll adore on our list.

Check out the best liquid eye shadow choices that make a major impact, ahead.

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Make Up For Ever Star Lit Liquid

The Make Up For Ever Star Lit Liquid ($24) contains a light-reflective, buildable shimmer than can be worn both on eyes and cheeks.

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Make Up For Ever Star Lit Liquid
$24
from sephora.com
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Touch In Sol Metallist Liquid Foil & Glitter Eye Shadow Duo

Once you try the Touch In Sol Metallist Liquid Foil & Glitter Eye Shadow Duo ($25), you'll be a convert for life. One side contains a pigmented liquid shadow, while the other contains a foiled hue for maximum metallic shine.

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Touch In Sol Metallist Liquid Foil & Glitter Eye Shadow Duo
$25
from sephora.com
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Cover Fx Shimmer Veil

If you've been a fan of the brand's liquid highlighters, you're going to love the Cover FX Shimmer Veil ($28). The hues are completely crease-proof and dry down for a high-impact sparkle.

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Cover FX Shimmer Veil
$28
from sephora.com
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Giorgio Armani Beauty Eye Tint Liquid Eyeshadow

For the longest-lasting colour, try Giorgio Armani Beauty Eye Tint Liquid Eyeshadow ($39). It promises to stay on for 16 full hours and comes in 21 shades.

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Giorgio Armani Beauty Eye Tint Liquid Eyeshadow
$39
from sephora.com
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Kosas 10-Second Eyeshadow

The Kosas 10-Second Eyeshadow ($28) glide across the lid effortlessly and looks gorgeous in one swipe.

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Kosas 10-Second Eyeshadow
$28
from kosas.com
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PYT Beauty Glam Glitter Gel in Gold

The PYT Beauty Glam Glitter Gel in Gold ($18) uses environmentally friendly glitter so you'll never have to choose between marine life or shimmering makeup again.

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PYT Beauty Glam Glitter Gel in Gold
$18
from pytbeauty.com
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Beauty by POPSUGAR Make Waves Liquid Metallic Eye Shadow

Shake up a tube of the Beauty by POPSUGAR Make Waves Liquid Metallic Eye Shadow ($23) and swipe on shimmery colour with a clean formula.

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Beauty by POPSUGAR Make Waves Liquid Metallic Eye Shadow
$23
from kohls.com
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Huda Beauty Matte and Metal Melted Shadow

The Huda Beauty Matte and Metal Melted Shadow ($25) apply opaque in a a single swipe and last all day.

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Huda Beauty Matte and Metal Melted Shadow
$25
from shophudabeauty.com
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Stila Shimmer & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow

For anyone whose life motto is "the more glitter the better," the Stila Shimmer & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow ($24) will be a dream come true. The long-wearing, shimmer-packed liquid formula has a translucent base, allowing you to apply pure glittery pigment to your eyes.

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Stila Shimmer & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow
$24
from sephora.com
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Maybelline Eye Studio Colour Tattoo Liquid Chrome Shadow

The intensely metallic Maybelline Eye Studio Colour Tattoo Liquid Chrome Shadow ($7) gives you major colour on a budget.

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Maybelline Eye Studio Colour Tattoo Liquid Chrome Shadow
$7
from target.com
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Covergirl Exhibitionist Liquid Glitter Eyeshadow

The Covergirl Exhibitionist Liquid Glitter Eyeshadow ($10) delivers heavy on the shine without any of the fallout.

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Covergirl Exhibitionist Liquid Glitter Eyeshadow
$10
from target.com
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Wet n Wild Megalast Liquid Catsuit Eyeshadow

The shimmery Wet n Wild Megalast Liquid Catsuit Eyeshadow ($5) lasts all day without flaking.

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Wet n Wild Megalast Liquid Catsuit Eyeshadow
$5
from target.com
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Pixi Liquid Fairy Lights

Get a high-impact and reflective shine with the Pixi Liquid Fairy Lights ($15).

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Pixi Liquid Fairy Lights
$15
from target.com
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Milani Hypnotic Eyeshadow Lights Glitter Eye Topper

The iridescent Milani Hypnotic Eyeshadow Lights Glitter Eye Topper ($6) gives the prettiest finishing touch to your makeup look.

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Milani Hypnotic Eyeshadow Lights Glitter Eye Topper
$6
from target.com
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NYX Professional Glitter Goals Liquid Eyeshadow

Pack on the shimmer with the vegan NYX Professional Glitter Goals Liquid Eyeshadow ($8), which features a light-weight formula and won't crease.

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NYX Professional Glitter Goals Liquid Eyeshadow
$8
from target.com
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