The Trend Verdict
Spec-by-spec

Head to head

Contenders from Lengthening Mascaras, every metric lined up. The winning value in each row is outlined.

Essence Lash Princess Sculpted Volume Mascara — Black Essence Lash Princess Sculpted Volume Mascara — Black #3 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara - Black Volumizer Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara - Black Volumizer #45 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#45
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate lash extension
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Dramatic, buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Good hold with minor fading
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Precise application, rarely clumps
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good all-day curl retention
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Prestige $22-32 for formula quality
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Prestige volume favorite with loyal cult following

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