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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Vivienne Sabó Cabaret Premiere Purple Mascara – Washable Vivienne Sabó Cabaret Premiere Purple Mascara – Washable #291 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#291
Length
Moderate to strong
Moderate defining effect
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Light to moderate volume build
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Smudge-proof claim, moderate durability
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Flexible tapered wand, even application
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Decent curl retention through day
Value
Excellent drugstore price
$14.99 for prestige color mascara
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
The statement-color defining mascara

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