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 - Purple Essence Lash Princess False Lash Effect Mascara - Purple #4 in Lengthening Mascaras
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Rating
★★★★★
★★★★★
Category rank
#3
#4
Length
Moderate to strong
Dramatic false-lash extension
Volume
Bold, buildable volume
Highly buildable, bold fullness
Smudge & Flake Resistance
Strong all-day hold
Good; minor midday smudge on oily lids
Brush Quality
Flexible wand, even application
Conic design, precise, even coat
Curl Hold
Good lift and definition
Good hold through day, fades evening
Value
Excellent drugstore price
$4.99 for dramatic payoff
Verdict
The viral drugstore volumizer that builds bold lashes.
The viral false-lash mascara at drugstore price

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