I Refuse to Travel Without This Eyeshadow Palette—Here’s Why It’s a Game-Changer

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Anastasia Beverly Hills built its beauty legacy on brows, so it’s no surprise that the brand’s eye products are just as exceptional. And, I may be biased, but I think the Embers Mini Eyeshadow Palette is pretty much perfect. With nine versatile shades in a mix of mattes and metallics, it’s the rare compact that feels as creative as a full-size palette yet perfectly sized for travel. (Which I do a lot of.) 

Anastasia Beverly Hills Embers Mini Eyeshadow Palette

$32 Buy Now

Shade Descriptions:
A1 - Metallic pale champagne gold
A2 - Metallic amber gold
A3 - Matte dusty taupe
B1 - Metallic gilded bronze
B2 - Matte burnt peach
B3 - Metallic rich molten brown
C1 - Metallic olive green
C2 - Metallic smoldering blueish-green
C3 - Matte toasted brown 
Size: 0.04 Oz. each | 1.11 g each

The palette’s color story is warm without being predictable. Translation: It’s not all nudes. You get a thoughtful range of rich bronzes, coppers, and taupes alongside a few moodier shades—like a metallic olive and a smoldering blue-green—that make it easy to change up your look and go subtle or dramatic. The tones work together so cohesively that you can build dimension without needing to reach for anything else. For travel, that’s gold: nine shades that handle every scenario, from coffee-run minimalism to a late dinner eye that actually looks intentional.

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When I’m on the road, the Embers Mini is always the palette I throw into my makeup bag. In the morning, I’ll blend the matte dusty taupe through my crease, then tap the soft champagne shimmer over the lid for a bright, awake look. For day-to-night transitions, the copper and bronze metallics come out—they catch the light beautifully without feeling too heavy. And when I want something with a bit more edge, I’ll layer the deep matte brown and the metallic blue-green for a cool smoky eye.

True to the brand’s reputation, the formula performs like a pro kit. The shadows are soft, blendable, and saturated with pigment, so you can go from barely-there swipes to full glam without fallout. They hold up impressively through long travel days, temperature changes, and questionable hotel bathroom lighting. And unlike many palettes that sacrifice texture range for portability, Embers manages to include nine shades that feel distinct and purposeful—no throwaway pans here.

Not only that, but nothing has broken in the jumble of travel. (Which has happened too many times to count.) The palette’s sturdy packaging and built-in mirror make it easy to use on the go, and the nine shades hit every base: three mattes for structure and six metallics for luminosity. Even if you’re the kind of beauty gal who limits makeup to “the essentials,” this one earns its space. (And works overtime.)

If you’re doing your holiday shopping and still need to cross off some beauty lovers from your list, Anastasia Beverly Hills has even more gift offerings. Continue scrolling for festive presents galore.

Anastasia Beverly Hills High Shine Mini Lip Gloss Duo

$25 Buy Now

If regular lip gloss isn’t doing it for you, it might be time to try high-shine formulas, like ABH’s High Shine Mini Lip Gloss Duo. There are two versions of the duo, but each one includes glimmering shades that are sure to spice up your holiday glam.

Shade Descriptions:
Aura – Opalescent moonstone with pink reflects
Molten – Warm chocolate brown
Pulse – Vivid berry
Phantom – Sheer onyx with sparkling reflects 
Size: 0.10 Fl. Oz. | 3.1 mL

Anastasia Velvet Lips Mini Lip Velvet Duo

$25 Buy Now

For those who aren’t gloss girlies, Anastasia Beverly Hills has stunning lip mousses, too. The Velvet Lips Mini Lip Velvet Duo adds a soft-focus effect to your pout and feels weightless and comfortable once applied.

Size: 0.10 Fl. Oz. | 3.1 mL

Anastasia Beverly Hills The Icons Vault ($401 Value)

$325 Buy Now

Whether you’re unsure what your giftee likes or you know they’re obsessed with all things makeup, The Icons Vault is the perfect present. The set is filled with fan-favorite lip and cheek formulas that’ll keep them stocked up for a while.

Shade Descriptions:
Lip Liner
COOL BROWN Deep taupe brown
DEEP TAUPE Soft beige brown
MALT Chocolate brown
MOCHA Nude taupe beige
Lip Gloss
CRYSTAL Crystal clear gloss
HONEY DIAMOND Dazzling diamond with gold reflects
SOFT PINK Baby pink
LATTE Toasted taupe
Lip Velvet
PALE MAUVE Light mauve taupe with a cool undertone
PINK SAND Light peachy pink nude with a warm undertone
ROSY MAUVE Mid-tone rosy mauve with cool undertones
SOFTY Light pink nude with a neutral undertone
Blurring Serum Blush
HIBISCUS Bright pink coral
BABY PINK Cool-toned pink
GUAVA Peachy pink
PLUM Bright plum
PEACH Bright peach
Size:
Lip Liner 0.053 Oz. | 1.49 g
Lip Gloss 0.15 Fl. Oz. |  4.5 mL
Lip Velvet 0.12 Fl. Oz.
Blurring Serum Blush 0.32 Fl. Oz. | 9.5 mL