Any metallic makeup roundup that is worth its salt must start with an eyeshadow palette. PAC’s duo chrome palette is the perfect pick—and we don’t say that lightly, considering there are tons of amazing eyeshadow palettes out there. Available in two variants, the palette features jewel tones that bring full-fledged nightlife energy as well as a handful of muted, wearable neutrals that keep things grounded when you want subtle shimmer instead of a dramatic sheen. The texture is buttery without being messy, which is rare for duo-chromes; and the payoff is instant. You barely tap your brush before you’re knee-deep in colour.

Metallic lips aren’t for the faint-hearted, but if you’re ready to commit to the look, you might as well choose a bullet that knows what it’s doing. This gold number from Oulac is jewellery for your mouth. It features a molten shimmer that ensures your makeup looks stunning without venturing into costume territory. Blended with vitamin E and castor oil, the formula is surprisingly nourishing for something so high-impact. It has a balmy slip that sits comfortably on your lips without that dreaded gritty feel metallic lipsticks sometimes have. When you pair it with brushed-up brows and a clean, glowing base, you’ve practically hacked a complete cocktail look with one swipe.

If you want to flirt with metallics without committing to a full chrome lid, a coloured metallic eyeliner is the way to go. This eyeliner pencil from KIKO Milano comes in a variety of metallic shades (turquoise, blue, blue teal, emerald and ivy green), each one bold enough to stand out across a dimly lit cocktail venue yet refined enough to pair with a classic smokey eye. The formula glides on effortlessly and has a finish that survives both humidity and sweaty dance floors. Whether you choose to smudge it out for a soft metallic haze or keep it sharp for a graphic pop, it promises to deliver with every swipe.

Liquid eyeshadows can be hit or miss, but L.A. Girl’s Dream Glitter range is one of those rare formulas that nails the brief. The shades in the lineup work beautifully as eye toppers, adding the wet-look, high-shine sparkle you simply can’t get from powders or creams alone. The liquid texture is thin, quick-drying and surprisingly lightweight, which means you can tap it over a neutral matte, a smoky bronze or even a bare lid without it cracking or bunching up. It’s the easiest way to take an everyday eye look straight into cocktail-hour glam.

A metallic highlighter hits the light differently. The finish of this M.A.C must-have is unmistakably molten, more chrome than champagne and it gives the skin a sculpted, glassy lift that appears instantly luxe under the lighting. The liquid texture melts in seamlessly without leaving behind any streaks or chunky glitter—just a smooth, reflective sheen that sits beautifully on cheekbones, eyelids and collarbones.

A metallic kajal is the perfect Indian-fusion beauty pick for any cocktail party look. These metallic kajals from Maybelline are available in a few different shades, each one packing a bold pigment to immediately brighten the lash line without overpowering your fit. The best part is that once it sets, it stays—it’s waterproof, smudge-proof and endlessly party-proof.