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These $3 Eye Shadow Palettes Are Small but Mighty — and Made For Experimenting

Published on 7/31/2020 at 9:15 AM

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An English playwright once said, "Though she be but little, she is fierce." While he was definitely not talking about makeup, he could've easily been referring to the e.lf. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadows. Don't underestimate these tiny palettes because of their size. They may not include the standard 20 or so shadows, but that's the beauty of these pocket-friendly products. Made for anyone who often feels overwhelmed by massive palettes filled with colors they'd never use or loves the convenience of the bite-size shadows, these palettes are a new routine must have.

The only downside? There are so many color combinations to choose from. To make your browsing even easier, e.l.f. Cosmetics offers a virtual try-on feature on its site and mobile app for a lot of their products, including the Bite-Size Eyeshadows. Not sure how you'd rock a purple shimmer? Enable your camera to test out the shade in real time and see for yourself. Curious about a rosy smoky eye? Try that on, too! Ahead, check out one editor's virtual try-on for all of the Bite-Size Eyeshadows, and pick your favorites.

e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Cream & Sugar

Every collection needs a neutral palette like the e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Cream & Sugar ($3) filled with the ever versatile Champagne shimmer and matte brown. It's the perfect go-to for when you want something special on your lids but don't want to overthink or experiment with too much color.

e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Truffles

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e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Berry Bad

Unpopular opinion: red and pink shadows are universally flattering for every eye color. Just try the e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Berry Bad ($3) and see.

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e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Rose Water

Nothing looks quite as romantic as the e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Rose Water ($3). Yes, the pink shimmer packs a punch.

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e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Açaí You

Purple may be one of the most intimidating colors to play with in makeup, but a mix of muted and ultraviolet colors in the e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Açaí You ($3) makes it supereasy to try.

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e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Carnival Candy

The unique combination of colors in e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Carnival Candy ($3) is the palette you never knew you needed. Who knew a glittery blue would complement matte neutrals so well?

e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Carnival Candy

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e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Hot Jalapeño

If you haven't heard, slime green is trending and this earthy, but vibrant, e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Hot Jalapeño ($3) is the perfect starter kit to getting into the fad.

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e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Pumpkin Pie

Fall is still a few months away, but why not prep for the season with the e.l.f. Cosmetics Bite-Size Eyeshadow in Pumpkin Pie ($3)? This palette is packed with warm blendable colors that are sure to match your favorite cozy sweater.