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 False Lash Effect Mascara (3-Pack) Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara (3-Pack) #1 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara – Travel Size, Black, Vegan Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara – Travel Size, Black, Vegan #73 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#73
Length
Dramatic false-lash extension
Moderate-to-strong
Volume
Strong buildable volume
Buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Holds well through the day
Good, minor late-day smudge
Brush Quality
Precise tapered wand, clump-free
Iconic hourglass, precise coating
Curl Hold
Good lift with slight fade by evening
Moderate, fades by evening
Value
$5 per tube—excellent drugstore payoff
Mid-prestige at $13.60 travel size
Verdict
The viral false-lash budget mascara
Cult prestige volumizer with the iconic hourglass brush

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