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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Maybelline Great Lash BIG Washable Mascara – Very Black Maybelline Great Lash BIG Washable Mascara – Very Black #117 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#1
#117
Length
Dramatic false-lash extension
Moderate
Volume
Strong buildable volume
Good buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Holds well through the day
Some midday smudge on oily lids
Brush Quality
Precise tapered wand, clump-free
Average control, occasional clumping
Curl Hold
Good lift with slight fade by evening
Fades by evening
Value
$5 per tube—excellent drugstore payoff
$13.78 for 2 tubes — excellent drugstore price
Verdict
The viral false-lash budget mascara
Drugstore volume workhorse, fades vs. modern rivals

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