5 Black Eyeshadows That Deserve a Spot in Your Makeup Collection

Black eyeshadow may seem like an acquired makeup taste, but it’s more versatile than you might think. Yes, you can use it all over lids for a majorly dramatic look, but that’s just one option. For a defined look, blend it in the crease. For a smoked-out style, apply it at the outer corners and blend outwards. And for an easy-to-apply, softer-looking alternative to eyeliner, use a brush to apply black eyeshadow along the upper and lower lash lines. See? No matter what your makeup aesthetic is, black eyeshadow has a place in your stash. Here, we’re rounding up five black eyeshadows that we challenge you to experiment with.