Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 1,419 AI responses · See how Parse measures this
Makeup Palettes and Brush Sets
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Laura Geller New York has emerged as the new leader in AI recommendations for makeup palettes, while previous frontrunner now shares the spotlight with a mix of premium and budget-friendly brands.
Need-by-need rankings:
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Increasingly recommended for its baked formulas and all-in-one face palettes. | 27% | |
| 2 | The top recommendation for luxury nude eyeshadow palettes for everyday looks. | 24% | |
| 3 | A top affordable choice for beginner makeup brush sets. | 24% | |
| 4 | A premium choice for comprehensive, cream-based full-face palettes. | 22% | |
| 5 | A popular budget-friendly option for all-in-one face and travel palettes. | 21% | |
| 6 | 21% | ||
| 7 | A consistent top recommendation for affordable, quality beginner brush kits. | 19% | |
| 8 | A leading budget and eco-friendly choice for beginner brush sets. | 18% | |
| 9 | Frequently cited as a budget-friendly choice for nude eyeshadow palettes. | 18% | |
| 10 | 17% | ||
| 11 | 16% | ||
| 12 | 14% | ||
| 13 | 13% | ||
| 14 | 13% | ||
| 15 | 12% | ||
| 16 | 12% | ||
| 17 | Highlighted for its comprehensive, fold-out full-face travel palettes. | 12% | |
| 18 | 12% | ||
| 19 | 11% | ||
| 20 | 9% | ||
| 21 | 9% | ||
| 22 | 8% | ||
| 23 | 7% | ||
| 24 | 6% | ||
| 25 | 6% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
youtube.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 34% of analyzed answers.
Jumped from 19% mention rate in Oct 2025 to 30% in Mar 2026, becoming #1.
Emerged as the dominant top pick for nude palettes, often with over 90% mention share.
Dropped from #1 rank (35%) in Oct 2025 to #4 (26%) in Mar 2026.
Slipped from #2 to #11 in overall niche mentions between Oct 2025 and Mar 2026.
“Primarily a retailer for other brands” → “Increasingly recommended for its own 'Sephora COLLECTION' brush sets and palettes”
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28% | 33% | ||
| 23% | 27% | ||
| 24% | 23% | ||
| 23% | 13% | ||
| 22% | 18% |
The two models disagree most about Makeup By Mario (ChatGPT #18, Google #9) and Elf (ChatGPT #21, Google #13).
Laura Geller New York has emerged as the new leader in AI recommendations for makeup palettes, while previous frontrunner e.l.f. Cosmetics now shares the spotlight with a mix of premium and budget-friendly brands.
Across 1,419 AI responses, Laura Geller New York is mentioned most, named in 27% of them, followed by Natasha Denona (24%) and e.l.f. Cosmetics (24%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 1,419 AI responses to this market's buyer questions. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is published weekly.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
Early responses highlighted drugstore brands like Physicians Formula and
IT Cosmetics. From December 2025,
Laura Geller New York and
became more frequent recommendations, with and retailer brands like Ulta and also gaining mentions.
Early responses highlighted drugstore brands like Physicians Formula and
IT Cosmetics. From December 2025,
Laura Geller New York and became more frequent recommendations, with and retailer brands like Ulta and also gaining mentions.
Initially diverse, with Make Up For Ever, , and Milani frequently cited, AI responses saw 's dominance grow significantly starting in December 2025. also emerged as a strong contender for its comprehensive fold-out design.
Brands mentioned
Brands mentioned
I need a travel-friendly makeup palette that has everything I need for a full face.
Initially diverse, with Make Up For Ever,
Charlotte Tilbury, and Milani frequently cited, AI responses saw
Laura Geller New York's dominance grow significantly starting in December 2025.
Woosh Beauty also emerged as a strong contender for its comprehensive fold-out design.