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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CLIO Kill Lash Superproof Mascara Waterproof – Vanilla Black CLIO Kill Lash Superproof Mascara Waterproof – Vanilla Black #214 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#214
Length
Moderate to strong
Strong individual lash definition
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Light to moderate buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Waterproof, all-day hold
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Precise triangular wand, clump-free
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good all-day curl retention
Value
Excellent drugstore price
$14.90 prestige K-beauty formula
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
The precision-defining waterproof for naturally separated lashes

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