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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Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara - Brown Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara - Brown #5 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#5
Length
Moderate to strong
Dramatic false-lash length
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Good buildable volume
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Smudge-resistant, minor fade on oily lids
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Flexible, precise, clump-free application
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good hold through day
Value
Excellent drugstore price
Exceptional at $4.97
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
Best drugstore lengthening mascara

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