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 Mascara – Burgundy Essence Lash Princess False Lash Mascara – Burgundy #2 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara #37 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#2
#37
Length
Dramatic lash extension
Strong lash extension
Volume
Bold buildable volume
Bold buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Good wear, minor midday smudge
All-day waterproof hold
Brush Quality
Precise conic fiber, even coat
Precise hourglass wand
Curl Hold
Good hold through day
Good curl retention
Value
$4.99 for premium payoff
Prestige pricing ($20–29)
Verdict
Best drugstore lengthening & volume mascara
Cult prestige volumizer with iconic hourglass wand

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