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Essence Call Me Queen Dramatic False Lash Effect Mascara – Volumizing & Lengthening, Washable Black #199 in Lengthening Mascaras Price
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#199
Length
Dramatic false-lash extension
Dramatic length with elastomer brush
Volume
Strong buildable volume
Bold, buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Holds well through the day
Moderate; can transfer midday
Brush Quality
Precise tapered wand, clump-free
Elastomer design minimizes clumping
Curl Hold
Good lift with slight fade by evening
Good hold through most of day
Value
$5 per tube—excellent drugstore payoff
$4.97 for dramatic effect
Verdict
The viral false-lash budget mascara
Best drugstore volumizer for sensitive lash lines
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