These Are the 10 Best Eyeshadows That Will Make Green Eyes Pop (2024)

When it comes to finding the perfect eyeshadow for your eye color, you want to find the one that truly makes your eyes pop. We want to enhance our already beautiful natural features, not hide them. But, depending on your eye color, eye shape, and skin tone, specific shades can truly make all the difference.

You know what I’m talking about—that day you spent fielding compliments of how pretty your eyes look in a specific eyeshadow color. Or, when you try a new makeup technique and everyone seems to notice it. These are the days we’re talking about; when you truly felt confident in yourself for letting your natural features shine.

While green eyes can truly wear any color, they look particularly striking in reds and purples, explains Kelli J. Bartlett, NYC-based makeup artist.We’ve talked about the best shadows for brown eyes and blue eyes, but now it’s time to find the best shadows for green eyes.

From mattes to shimmers to glitter options, read on to find the best shadows for green eyes that’ll really make your eyes stand out.

Best Palette: Byredo Eyeshadow 5 Colours

What We Like

• Lightweight
• Long-lasting
• Chic packaging

What We Don't Like

• Pricey

Composed of metallics and lightly colored hues, every shade in this Byredo eyeshadow palette is perfect for green eyes. Aside from its lightweight, easy-to-blend formula, the shadows can be worn together or apart to create endless eyeshadow looks. Plus application is a breeze—apply with your fingertips or a brush with a beautiful eyeshadow look guaranteed every time.

Number of Shades: 6 palettes with 5 colors each | Cruelty-Free: No

Best Palette, Runner-Up: Fenty Beauty Snap Shadows Mix and Match Eyeshadow Palette

What We Like

• Has various finishes
• Long-lasting
• Blends easily

What We Don't Like

• Reviewers note color payoff could be better

Just snap your fingers and a gorgeous eyeshadow look will appear—or so we wish! Similar to its name, this Fenty Beauty eyeshadow palette will allow you to create breathtaking eyeshadow looks for your green eyes in a snap. Its six shades—a combination of browns, metallics, pinks, and purple—will all look stunning on green eyes. And, its range of matte and shimmer finishes will literally stay on all day.

Size: 0.035 oz. | Number of Shades: 7 palettes with 6 shades each | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Best Iridescent: Danessa Myricks Beauty Colorfix Liquid Pigment

What We Like

• Waterproof
• Can use all over face
• Dries quickly

What We Don't Like

• Reviewers note the tube clogs easily

For an eye look that's truly otherworldly, this multidimensional cream pigment from Danessa Myricks Beauty is an absolute must. When this pigment-rich liquid hits the light, it captures all of the pinks, browns, and molten golds and bronzes that make green eyes pop. It’s also smudge-proof, waterproof, long-wearing, and can be used anywhere on the face, allowing for an infinite amount of head-turning looks.

Size: 0.34 fl. oz. | Number of Shades: 15 | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Best Gold: Chantecaille Mermaid Eye Color in Seashell

What We Like

• Waterproof
• Can be worn wet or dry
• Contains skin-loving ingredients

What We Don't Like

• Pricey

Creaseless and waterproof, this eyeshadow will become your go-to for everything from virtual meetings to date nights. Creating any look with your green eyes is easy—it can be worn wet or dry or as an eyeshadow or eyeliner. It's also infused with silk-tree extract so you’ll get skincare benefits, too.

Size: 0.14 oz. | Number of Shades: 5 | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Best Purple: NYX Professional Makeup Baked Eyeshadow in Violet Smoke

What We Like

• Lightweight
• Great color payoff
• Affordable

What We Don't Like

• Contains parabens

Any shade of purple will truly make green eyes pop—and this one is our favorite. Silky and lightweight, it blends easily to create a natural or dramatic finish while remaining highly pigmented. For maximum impact (while still looking understated), Bartlett recommends using a purple shadow very close to and blended into the lash line. “The color is concentrated close to the iris of the eye, so it makes the green pop!”

Size: 0.1 oz. | Number of Shades: 6 | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Best Lavender: Urban Decay Eyeshadow Singles in Asphyxia

What We Like

• Great color payoff
• Blends easily
• Long-lasting

What We Don't Like

• Reviewers note shadows can arrive crumbled

Since purple looks so incredible on green eyes, we simply had to include a lavender shade. This one—with its rich color, velvety texture, and uniform pigment distribution—is at the top of our list for green eyes. Remarkable qualities aside, it’s also unparalleled for blending—meaning it can be paired with any color and leaves no harsh eyeshadow lines.

Size: 0.05 oz. | Number of Shades: 45 | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Best Light Pink: Alima Pure Pressed Eyeshadow in Isla

What We Like

• Lightweight
• Long-lasting
• Can use as eyeliner or blush

What We Don't Like

• Pricey

While you might not think of pink as a color to enhance green eyes, it’s definitely a must-try. Weightless and long-lasting, you’ll have no problem wearing this in a snowstorm or while lounging by the pool. Bonus: its silky-smooth powder formula can be worn as eyeshadow, eyeliner, or blush.

Size: 0.08 oz. | Number of Shades: 14 | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Best Brown: Cle De Peau Eye Shadow in 210 Graceful Dark Brown

What We Like

• Dermatologist-tested
• Ophthalmologist-tested
• Hydrating

What We Don't Like

• Pricey

If you prefer a more subtle eyeshadow look for your green eyes, try a shade of brown. Aside from being our favorite shade for green eyes, this eyeshadow will really make your eyes pop and are versatile enough for those of us who don’t feel comfortable wearing bright colors every day. In addition to its exquisite color, its dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested making it safe for sensitive skin and eyes.

Size: 0.03 oz. | Number of Shades: 10 | Cruelty-Free: No

Best Burgundy: Kosas 10-Second Eye

What We Like

• Dries quickly
• Waterproof
• Buildable

What We Don't Like

• Difficult to fix mistakes once dry

Always running late? Try this Kosas eyeshadow that can be applied in 10-seconds or less—zero brushes required. Dubbed as a watercolor for your lids, its color is both buildable and blendable to help you achieve your desired eyeshadow look with minimal effort.

Size: 0.06 fl. oz. | Number of Shades: 6 | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Best Red: Haus Labs Glam Attack Metallic Creme in Glamour Puss

What We Like

• Vegan
• Doe-foot applicator
• Long-lasting

What We Don't Like

• Reviewers note formula is watery

Reds—although unexpected—will truly make green eyes pop. With its all-day wear, this one won’t smear, smudge, or transfer regardless of how long it’s worn. Its opaque coverage is truly mesmerizing and can be built upon for a more intense look. It’ll become your absolute favorite—we know it.

Number of Shades: 17 | Cruelty-Free: Yes

Final Verdict

Whether you’re looking for a bold or subtle way to make your green eyes pop, these eyeshadow colors will truly be game-changers. With its five blendable shades, the Byredo Eyeshadow Palette in Syren provides endless eyeshadow looks for green eyes. If you’re looking for the perfect purple to make your eyes pop, try NYX Professional Makeup Baked Eyeshadow in Purple Smoke or Urban Decay Eyeshadow Singles in Asphyxia. For a more subtle option, try Cle De Peau’s Eyeshadow in Dark Brown or Charlotte Tilbury’s Eyes to Mesmerise in Copper Sunrise.Regardless of what color you choose, your green eyes will most definitely be a showstopper.

What to Look For in an Eyeshadow

Color

Look for contrasting eyeshadow colors when searching for complementary eyeshadow shades, explains Bartlett. “For example, red-based browns and purples are across from green on the color wheel—which would make them stand out.”

Finish

To experiment with different looks, try choosing different eyeshadow finishes. “Look for a variety of finishes—from matte to shimmering—to give you a range of color options to suit your mood,” explains Bartlett.

Why Trust Byrdie

Byrdie contributor Rachel Dube has written for a wide array of digital publications. Along with writing about beauty, she has also tested hundreds of beauty products and is constantly researching the latest trends. Although she doesn’t personally have green eyes, she spoke to friends, industry experts, and makeup artists to discover the best eyeshadow shades for green eyes for this article.